What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapy is customized to meet the specific requirements of each individual. Therapists begin by assessing a patient’s strengths and weaknesses. Then they devise a schedule of exercises and activities geared at strengthening the motor skills that need development. Things like picking things up with tweezers are good examples of exercises that help to develop fine motor skills. Jumping jacks and running an obstacle course are examples of exercises that may help you enhance your gross …