Aloha, I'm Joy Kuo Otaguro, the owner and founder of our specialized occupational therapy program. Since the outset of my career as a pediatric occupational therapist, I've carried a deep conviction in my heart that this is my true calling—to empower families, and help children unlock their unlimited potential! It is truly an honor to wholeheartedly devote myself to the vocation I have chosen in this lifetime.
Vision and Mission
Our mission is to empower children to achieve their full potential by providing high-quality, compassionate, individualized, and family-centered occupational therapy services. At AlohaJoy Pediatric Therapy, we wholeheartedly embrace each child with the ‘spirit of aloha’ and the ‘essence of joy’, fostering independence, instilling confidence, and promoting meaningful engagement in childhood occupations. -Joy Kuo Otaguro, Owner/Director
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Our vision is to cultivate a community where children of all abilities flourish, thrive, and lead enriching lives!
Core Values
We embrace these core values, which guide the way we interact with one another and serve the community we live in:
1. Reliability
We demonstrate reliability by following through on our commitments and adhering to the highest ethical standards in healthcare.
2. Compassion
​We engage with each child and family with empathy, delivering compassionate care that fosters trust, comfort, and progress throughout the therapy journey.
3. Individualization
We recognize that every child is different, with distinct strengths, challenges, and developmental trajectories. By collaborating closely with families and caregivers, we strive to individualize our interventions and approaches to meet each child's unique needs, abilities, and preferences.
4. Evidence-Based Practice
We are dedicated to staying informed with the latest research and best practices in pediatric occupational therapy, ensuring that our interventions are grounded in evidence and contribute to positive outcomes for the clients we serve.
5. Joyful Engagement
We strive to create a joyful therapeutic environment to promote your child’s love for learning and participation in daily living activities.