Compassionate Occupational Therapy in Lexington, Kentucky
Sunny Day Therapy provides occupational therapy in Lexington, KY for children, teenagers, adults, and infants. Our mission is to help individuals and families build the skills needed for everyday life through improved sensory regulation, motor coordination, executive function, and whole-body awareness.
We support clients across the lifespan with a focus on increasing independence, confidence, and meaningful participation at home, school, work, and in the community.
What Occupational Therapy Is (and How We Help)
Occupational therapy (OT) helps individuals develop or regain the skills needed for daily life activities—such as learning, playing, self-care, emotional regulation, and social participation.
At Sunny Day Therapy, occupational therapy focuses on:
- Sensory processing and nervous system regulation
- Fine motor and gross motor skill development
- Executive function skills (attention, planning, organization, follow-through)
- Emotional regulation and behavioral support
- Reflex integration and motor coordination
- Independence in activities of daily living (ADLs)
Our goal is always functional: helping skills carry over into real life, not just the therapy room.
Dr. Kimberly Day and Dr. Cara Reynolds, Occupational Therapy Specialists at Sunny Day Therapy
Pediatric Occupational Therapy in Lexington, KY
We provide specialized pediatric occupational therapy in Lexington, Kentucky, supporting children with a wide range of developmental and functional needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD and attention challenges
- Sensory processing differences
- Developmental delays
- Motor planning and coordination difficulties
- Emotional regulation challenges
- Feeding and self-care skill delays
Our approach is strengths-based, relationship-driven, and tailored to each child’s unique sensory and developmental profile.
Sensory Integration and Nervous System Regulation
Many challenges in attention, behavior, and learning are connected to how the nervous system processes sensory information.
We specialize in sensory integration occupational therapy, using evidence-based strategies to support regulation, including:
- Deep pressure input and calming techniques
- Movement-based sensory activities
- Sensory modulation strategies
- Environmental adaptations
- Structured routines and visual supports
These tools help improve attention, emotional regulation, and participation in daily life.
Executive Function and Daily Life Skills
Executive function skills are essential for independence across home, school, and community environments.
We help clients strengthen:
- Task initiation and completion
- Organization and planning
- Working memory and attention
- Emotional flexibility and regulation
- Self-monitoring and independence in routines
Therapy is always practical and functional—focused on real-life application.
Our Approach to Occupational Therapy
Sunny Day Therapy uses a functional, sensory-informed, family-centered model of care.
We believe therapy is most effective when it is:
- Individualized to each client
- Grounded in daily routines and real-world participation
- Supported by family education and collaboration
- Focused on nervous system regulation and readiness for learning
We work closely with families so strategies extend beyond the clinic and into everyday life.
Meet the Days | Our Story
Sunny Day Therapy is led by Dr. Kimberly Day and Matthew Day, a husband-and-wife team committed to serving families across Central Kentucky through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and community engagement.
Their shared mission is to help individuals build regulation, independence, and confidence in daily life.
Dr. Kimberly Day, Occupational Therapist
Dr. Kimberly Day is the clinical foundation of Sunny Day Therapy and one of only a few Board Certified Pediatric Occupational Therapists in Kentucky. She is also a William T. Young Scholar, reflecting her long-standing commitment to academic excellence and service.
She holds advanced training in pediatric and sensory-based occupational therapy, including:
- Autism specialty training through EKU’s Interdisciplinary Autism Certificate Program
- Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI-2)
- Deep Physical Agent Modalities (DPAMs)
- MNRI (reflex integration and neurodevelopmental reflex work)
- Additional training in sensory integration, executive function, mental health, mindfulness, and early childhood development
Prior to becoming an occupational therapist, Dr. Day gained experience in education, nonprofit programming, and childcare settings, including roles such as Director of a children’s summer program and school-based support staff.
She brings over 14 years of OT experience and is known for her creative, strengths-based approach to therapy. Her work focuses on helping clients understand their sensory systems and develop practical tools for regulation, independence, and daily success.
Matthew Day, Business Manager
Matthew Day serves as the Business Manager for Sunny Day Therapy and brings a strong background in law, business, and organizational leadership.
He is an Eli Lilly Scholar and earned his Bachelor of Science in Business from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business, followed by his Juris Doctor from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law.
Matthew has over a decade of experience working in the Madison County Attorney’s Office and additional experience in private legal practice. At Sunny Day Therapy, he oversees operations including billing, financial systems, and organizational structure.
His focus on systems, organization, and planning helps ensure that the clinic runs smoothly and efficiently, allowing clinical care to remain centered on families and outcomes.
Outside of work, Matthew enjoys family life and home and property projects throughout Central Kentucky.
A Shared Commitment to Central Kentucky
Together, Kim and Matthew Day are deeply committed to the Central Kentucky community. Their combined expertise in occupational therapy, law, and business allows Sunny Day Therapy to operate with both clinical excellence and strong organizational integrity.
They share a passion for:
- Supporting children and families in reaching their goals
- Expanding access to sensory-informed occupational therapy
- Providing education and community-based programming
- Developing creative, evidence-based tools for regulation and learning
As scholars and lifelong learners, they are dedicated to educational excellence and meaningful, real-world outcomes for every client they serve.
Clinic
Sunny Day Therapy, led by Dr. Kimberly Day, specializes in pediatric, mental, and maternal therapy services in Lexington, Kentucky, focusing on enhancing children’s independence and well-being.
Sunny Day Therapy is located in the Stonecrest Office Colony in the Hamburg area of Lexington, Kentucky, with easy access and first-floor entry. Our therapy gym is in Suite 2103 with clinical rooms. Lobby and other clinical room in Suite 2102.
We provide therapy in a calm, sensory-friendly environment designed to support regulation, focus, and engagement.
We also offer:
Telehealth occupational therapy services
School and daycare partnerships across Central Kentucky
Community-based OT services when appropriate
Sunny Day Therapy’s Mission
Empowering Families through Compassionate, Creative Care that Enhances Connections
Sunny Day Therapy is devoted to empowering individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based occupational therapy.
We aim to:
- Improve independence in daily living skills
- Strengthen sensory and emotional regulation
- Support motor development and coordination
- Build executive function and cognitive flexibility
- Provide family-centered education and support
We believe therapy should create real, lasting change in how people live, learn, and participate in their daily lives. We believe in connections – to community and resources.
Getting Started with Occupational Therapy
We accept many insurance plans (currently Anthem commercial, Aetna commercial, Humana MCO Medicaid Plan, and straight Kentucky Medicaid traditional plan) and are happy to assist with benefit verification. We hope to add more insurances in the future. We offer private pay services including trainings, coaching, and intensives.
The first step is a comprehensive occupational therapy evaluation, which may assess:
- Sensory processing and regulation
- Motor development and coordination
- Reflex integration
- Executive function skills
- Activities of daily living
From there, we develop individualized goals that are meaningful, functional, and tailored to each client’s needs.
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Sunny Day Therapy is excited to welcome you to our pediatric therapy sensory gym and quiet therapy rooms for clients experiencing nervous system dysregulation in Lexington, Kentucky. Our space is designed to promote sensory health and relaxation for the whole family. Sunny Day Therapy serves clients across the lifespan including those with neurodivergent conditions- Autism, ADHD, ID (intellectual disability), and executive functioning deficits. Make yourself at home in our lobby in Stonecrest Colony Suite 2102 (on the first floor) in Hamburg. Our sensory gym is in suite 2103. We will then take you to a clinical room for your occupational therapy evaluation. Our office is designed to help you grow strong. Our staff promotes creativity, compassion, and connection! Sunny Day Therapy wants to empower you with Story Power tools, strategies, and spaces that help you grow physically and mentally strong.
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Call 859-575-0799 or email admin@sunnydaytherapy.net to learn more. The first step involves checking your insurance to give you an estimate of costs. We will provide schedule availability. During your first visit, you will receive a comprehensive evaluation using the latest cutting-edge assessments. Our evaluation process is tailored to your concerns and needs to provide you with evidence-based care that works with you to determine goals that are important to you. Some areas we often assess include motor, reflexes, sensory integration, and activities of daily living. We will ask about your daily activities as well as your strengths/challenges. Let Sunny Day Therapy help you put the FUN in functional so you can grow physically and mentally strong.