Speech and Language Therapy isn’t just about how your child talks, but about all forms of communication. It looks developmental skills including oral motor for speaking and chewing/swallowing, auditory and visual processing skills for attention and memory as well as spoken and written language skills for learning and social communication.   If you think your child may be struggling with eating, talking, learning, or socializing , an Speech/Language Therapist can help determine why your child is struggling and help develop FUN activities to help your child grow and succeed in their daily life. Our staff will work closely with the child and the caregivers to help with building skills and confidence in being able to successfully navigate daily events.

Occupational Therapy uses play and child friendly activities and games to work on a variety of developmental skills including fine, visual, and gross motor skills, self care skills, sensory processing and attention, executive functioning skills, and play and social skills.   If you think your child may be struggling with any of these areas, an OT can help determine why your child is struggling and help develop FUN activities to help your child grow and succeed in their daily life so they can be the amazing kid they are!  We work closely with caregivers to help give you the tools you need to feel confident in how you can help your child at home and how you can advocate for your child in their community. 

Pediatric physical therapy services are designed to help children of all ages improve their strength, coordination, mobility, and overall function. Our specialized therapists work closely with families to create personalized treatment plans that support each child’s unique developmental needs. Through fun, engaging, and evidence-based exercises, we help children build confidence and achieve their highest level of independence. Our goal is to make movement enjoyable and empowering, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

As a parent, it can be challenging to see your child struggle with unwanted or problematic behaviors. But there is hope. Behavior therapy can help your child develop positive behaviors and reduce or eliminate those that are causing them distress. For common childhood conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavior disorders, behavior therapy and cognitive-behavior therapy approaches are effective in reducing symptoms.

It’s important to note, however, that there is limited information on which type of therapy is best suited for treating specific childhood mental disorders. But what we do know is that behavioral therapy can help children gain control over self-defeating thoughts and become less impulsive and defiant, leading to fewer tantrums. It can also enhance their problem-solving abilities, coping mechanisms, self-control, self-image, and overall mental health.

As a parent, you play a crucial role in your child’s therapy. Young children often lack the motivation to change their behavior on their own, so your involvement throughout the counseling process is essential. It takes time and effort to change behavior, and your child will need your support along the way. Just remember, changing behavior is a process, and it’s okay if it takes time. Your dedication and commitment to helping your child develop positive behaviors will pay off in the long run.

An RDN can help with dietary choices for conditions like celiac disease, food allergies, or lactose intolerance. They can provide guidance on identifying foods to avoid and finding tasty alternatives to keep your diet balanced. Nutritionists can also help with meal plans and lifestyle changes while educating on healthier choices and providing customized solutions.

Autistic children are 8x more likely to have GI issues, including dysbiosis in their intestines, which may explain increased GI issues. Around 45-95% of autistic individuals have sensory processing difficulties. Children on the autism spectrum are five times more likely to have mealtime outbursts, be selective about their food, or have ritualistic eating behaviors.