FUNdamentals in Nature-OT Services

04/28/2026

If your child would benefit from support with regulation, focus, and body awareness—our Mind & Body groups are open 💛

Play-based, nature-centered, and intentionally small.

Reach out today if you’d like to chat more to see if it might be a good fit for your child—limited spots available.

04/24/2026

Where play meets purpose 🌿

Nature-based OT supports motor skills, regulation, sensory needs, and confidence—all through meaningful outdoor experiences.

Reach out today—limited openings for our 3-month therapy sessions 🌱

04/18/2026

📣 Exciting news to share during OT month!❤️ 🌳

Katie is joining the FUNdamentals in Nature OT Services team as our first employee, just in time for our summer therapy intensives and groups! She is accepting new clients and can’t wait to meet you and your children! 🌟

Katie is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with a multidisciplinary background in psychology and a master’s degree in Biology. Katie brings a unique, whole-person perspective to her work, combining clinical knowledge with a deep understanding of human behavior, development, and the natural world.
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With years of experience supporting individuals across settings including hippotherapy (equine-assisted therapy), home care, and activity-based interventions, Katie specializes in fostering self-regulation through meaningful, hands-on experiences for all ages. She is especially passionate about how intentional activities can support brain function, emotional balance, and overall well-being.
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Outside of her clinical work, Katie finds inspiration in gardening, exploring state parks, and creating with her hands through various crafts. She believes these simple, nature-based and creative activities play a powerful role in regulating the nervous system and supporting overall health. Her personal and professional interests often overlap, as she continues to study the connection between the brain and body through real-life, engaging experiences.
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Katie lives in the Twin Cities with her fiancé and enjoys spending time outdoors in all seasons, always seeking new ways to connect movement, creativity, and the natural world.

🌱 We are very excited to have Katie on board!

04/14/2026

Mini Camp wins at Klapprich Park in Wayzata on Saturday!🐻🦅✨🌱

The chilly spring weather didn’t stop us from using our animal senses to explore, create, and try new things…

🦊 Using our animal senses to explore food by building animal houses out of snack materials—working on visual motor skills, flexibility, and creativity!

🦅 Using our eagle eyes to spot tiny treasures for our nature jars

🐻 Using our bear strength to try new things—like practicing with loop scissors!

So many small (but BIG!) moments of growth, confidence, and connection . That’s what we are all about at FUNdamentals in Nature OT Services here in MN💛🌿

Thankful for our great partnership with the Wayzata Community Ed

04/13/2026

Check out this great event coming up with Play Your Way Minnesota this weekend ! 🏀 ⚽️ 🏈 🤩

Play Your Way! MN is a non-profit organization that provides athletic opportunities for kids of all ages and all abilities.

04/09/2026

👋 Hi, I’m Alycia! I’m the OT and founder of Fundamentals in Nature OT Services and I thought it was time to reintroduce myself !

🌞I am a wife & mom to a wild 2 year old and a lover of coffee and being by any body of water 🌊

🍃 My nature-based and in-home occupational therapy practice was founded in 2023 in Maple Grove, MN. It’s all about helping kids thrive through natural settings, whether that’s at home or in the great outdoors, with a focus on FUN while building the FUNdamentals- relationships, safety and building on small wins every day. 🎖️

❤️ I became an OT because I wanted to help children live to their fullest, and after working in schools and clinics, I knew I had to bring my passion for nature into my practice. I believe that nature offers just the right challenge—building motor skills, emotional regulation, and so much fun!

🤩 My style is playful, collaborative, and focused on parents and caregivers as partners. I can’t wait to meet you all—if you’re looking for a fresh, nature-filled approach to OT, I’m here and ready to help!

DM me or visit my website to learn more!

04/06/2026

🌼 HAPPY OT MONTH
to all of my fellow OTs! 🌼

I’ll be sharing some fun facts about me and our FUNdamentals in Nature programs over the next few weeks along with an exciting summer update! 🌳

Occupational therapy helps you bloom by nurturing your strengths, supporting growth at your own pace, and planting the seeds for independence, confidence, and joy in everyday life. 🌸

Happy OT month ! 🫶🏻

04/02/2026

Happy Autism Awareness Day! ♾️

We love our Autistic clients and love the work we do with them and supporting their caregivers!

World Autism Awareness Day 🧡

Just a little reminder that every child is different — and that’s exactly how it should be.

Some children might see, hear or feel the world in their own way, and that’s something we always make space for at Every Little Sense.

We’re all about creating a calm, welcoming place where children can just be themselves, explore, and enjoy play in a way that feels right for them.

A little understanding, a little patience, and a lot of kindness goes a long way ✨

03/28/2026

Behind every session and every camp day is a child building confidence, connection, and joy.
These kind words from families mean everything 💛

03/22/2026

☀️ Great day at the event in the community center dome!

Met some wonderful families and other professionals and handed out ALL my air dry clay to happy children!

Looking forward to a busy and fun summer here at FUNdamentals in Nature!

Some exciting news coming soon! 👀

City of Plymouth, MN

03/18/2026

Less than one month until our Mini Camp FUNdamentals begins 🌼

Think: fresh air, movement, and the sights and sounds of spring—with activities intentionally designed through an OT lens to support grounding, regulation, and connection with caregivers present.

Spots are limited—join us and register through our website.

03/16/2026

We can’t wait for this Saturday! Come see us and learn about our summer therapeutic programs, individual OT sessions, and parent coaching and get some fun goodies! There will be big trucks and free admission to the playground too! 😁

Discover Plymouth is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 21 at the Plymouth Community Center 🛍️🎉🤩 This free, family-friendly event is your chance to explore everything that makes our community special.

✅ Shop the indoor marketplace featuring local goods
✅ Learn about city happenings, programs and services
✅ Enjoy the touch-a-truck exhibit showcasing a variety of large equipment and vehicles
✅ Check out inflatables for children to enjoy and more

🎤State of the City Annual Address🎤

Stop by the annual State of the City address at 10 a.m. during the event. Residents can expect to hear highlights from the past year and updates on important city topics. Afterward, stick around to meet Plymouth City Council members and ask questions.

Come connect, explore and celebrate the Plymouth community. We hope to see you there! ➡️ plymouthmn.gov/discoverplymouth