Jatavia Buggs - Pediatric Occupational Therapist in North Houston,TX
Helping Kids Thrive with Occupational Therapy
Hi, I'm Jatavia
I'm an Occupational Therapist with many years of experience supporting children from birth through age 17. I specialize in working with children with autism, developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, feeding difficulties, and fine motor and self-care skills. I take a personalized, play-based approach to therapy and partner closely with families to create meaningful, individualized treatment plans that support each child’s growth, confidence, and independence at home, school, and in the community.
Why I love what I do:
I love helping children build skills that support confidence and independence in their daily lives while partnering with families to celebrate every milestone, big or small.
Why I’m passionate about in-home care:
I’m excited about home health because it allows therapy to be highly individualized and meaningful, provides valuable insight into a child’s daily routines and challenges, supports effective and family-centered care, and helps children feel comfortable and confident in their own environment as they grow into school and community settings.
What does a Occupational Therapist Do?
Occupational therapists support children in building everyday skills—so they can grow, play, and be more independent. If your child struggles with things like getting dressed, using utensils, paying attention, or staying calm in new situations, an OT can help. OTs focus on:
• Fine motor skills – like holding a pencil, buttoning a shirt, or using scissors
• Sensory processing – supporting kids who are extra sensitive to sounds, textures, or movement (or don’t seem to notice them at all)
• Emotional regulation – helping kids manage big feelings and focus at school or home
• Independence and daily skills – like brushing teeth, tying shoes, potty training, or washing hands.Occupational therapy supports kids at home, at school, and in everyday life—so they can feel confident and capable in the things they do every day
My Specialties
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How my practice is special
Play-Based, Child-Led Approach
Prioritizes building rapport and leverages each child’s interests to foster trust, motivation, and meaningful skill development through play, making therapy engaging and personalized.
Family-Centered Care
The practice focuses on the whole child, including their family, offering caregiver education and strategies for skill carryover to ensure progress continues beyond therapy sessions.
Strengths-Based, Flexible Treatment
Therapy is tailored to each child’s unique abilities, with adaptable strategies that build confidence and make goals achievable, emphasizing a positive and empowering approach.
Client testimonials
Areas I Serve
I work with families in Greater Houston, and these surrounding areas: Spring, Woodlands, New Caney, Kingwood, Porter, Splendora, Humble, and Atascocita
New Caney
Kingwood
Porter
Splendora
Humble
Atascocita
Local Places I love!
Chick Fil A
TjMaxx
Hobby Lobby
Unsure about what your child needs?
Book a quick 10 minute consultation with me! Serving families in Houston near Buffalo Bayou Park. Easily accessible from Gulf Fwy.
Who is Coral Care?
Coral Care supports families with exceptional in-home pediatric therapists in speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
Every provider in our network is thoroughly vetted through a clinical review process and receives ongoing support through monthly education, community, and access to specialized resources.
We believe the best care happens when disciplines work together. That’s why we actively support cross-specialty collaboration—ensuring kids get care that’s not just high-quality, but truly holistic.
Need more care for a child—or know a family who does?
