Frequently Asked Questions

1. What services do you offer?

We offer pediatric speech therapy, occupational therapy (OT), and physical therapy (PT) services tailored to meet the developmental needs of children from infancy through adolescence.

2. What ages do you treat?

We work with children from birth to 21 years old, depending on their individual needs.

3. Do I need a referral from my doctor?

In many cases, a referral is required for insurance purposes. Contact us, and we can help you determine if one is needed for your child.

4. Do you accept insurance?

Yes, we accept many major insurance plans. Please call our office for a list of accepted providers or to verify your coverage. Currently we are in-network providers for Tricare, Kaiser Permanente and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plans.

5. How do I schedule an appointment?

You can schedule an appointment by calling our clinic directly or submitting an intake form through our website.

  6. What is speech therapy?

Speech therapy helps children with speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing disorders.

7. What are signs my child may need speech therapy?

• Difficulty being understood
• Limited vocabulary for their age
• Trouble following directions
• Speech sound errors or stuttering
• Challenges with social communication

8. Do you help with feeding or swallowing issues?

Yes, we have therapists trained in pediatric feeding therapy and oral-motor disorders.

9. What is occupational therapy?

Occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need for daily life activities such as dressing, feeding, handwriting, and sensory processing.

10. What are signs my child may need OT?

• Delayed fine motor skills (e.g. using utensils, zippers)
• Sensory sensitivities or aversions
• Difficulty with attention or self-regulation
• Trouble with coordination or balance

  11. What is physical therapy?

Physical therapy addresses gross motor skills, such as walking, crawling, jumping, strength, and balance.

12. What are signs my child may need PT?

• Delayed milestones (e.g. sitting, walking)
• Poor coordination or frequent falling
• Torticollis or flat spots on the head
• Muscle weakness or tightness

  13. How long is each session?

Sessions typically last 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the child’s needs and therapy plan.

14. How often will my child need therapy?

Frequency varies by child. After an evaluation, the therapist will recommend a personalized treatment plan.

15. Can I stay with my child during therapy?

Yes, parent involvement is encouraged! You may observe or participate, depending on the child’s needs and therapist’s approach.

16. What should my child wear to therapy?

Comfortable clothing that allows movement. 

17. What is a therapy evaluation?

An evaluation is the first step. It involves assessing your child's current abilities and developing a plan of care with individualized goals.

18. How long will my child need therapy?

The length of therapy depends on the child’s specific goals and progress. Your therapist will discuss this with you regularly.

19. Do you offer home programs or activities?

Yes! We provide home exercises and strategies to support progress between sessions.

20. What if my child is sick or we need to cancel?

Please let us know as soon as possible. We have a cancellation policy, but we understand emergencies happen. dd an answer to this item.