Services

We work on language stimulation as well as the production of speech. Speech Therapy objectives vary according to the individual’s needs and abilities and may consist of one-on-one therapy and/ or co-treatment with other therapists dependent on the child’s needs. Through the use of specialized therapy designs and models, selected goals will be achieved using evidence-based practice. Our individualized approach focuses on a treatment plan specific to each child or adolescent. We will work with parents, other specialists, and anyone else who is part of the team supporting your child and helping them succeed.  Alternative and augmentative communication tools, such as computers, pictures boards or the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) may be used to facilitate functional communication skills. Sessions are performed individually and plans focus on improving the following skill areas:

• Receptive Language

• Expressive Language

• Pragmatic or Social Skills

• Articulation

• Oral Motor Skills

• Fluency

• Voice

We identify and treat children and adolescents who struggle with everyday skills and foundational development skills. Our therapists focus on functional independence in areas of daily living and the progression of age appropriate developmental skills in a child’s home, community and school environments. We address skill development in an activity-based setting. Occupational Therapy sessions are performed individually or in small groups. Consultation with other therapists is provided to further integrate therapeutic goals into the child’s daily program. Therapeutic intervention is also used to augment the school curriculum to develop those underlying skills important for learning. Therapy may consist of one-on-one therapy, Occupational Therapy groups or co-treatment with Speech and Language Therapist. We help children develop these necessary functional skills to prepare them for the transition to become an independent adult. We aim to help children achieve improvement in play, self-care, fine motor, gross motor and visual motor skills. We address skill development in an activity-based setting. Occupational Therapy sessions are performed individually or in small groups. Consultation with other therapists is provided to further integrate therapeutic goals into the child’s daily program. Therapeutic intervention is also used to augment the school curriculum to develop those underlying skills important for learning. Therapy may consist of one-on-one therapy, Occupational Therapy groups or co-treatment with Speech and Language Therapist.  Therapy will play a vital role in making each child independent in the following areas:

• Self-Help Skills

• Gross Motor Skills

• Visual Motor and Visual Perceptual Skills

• Fine Motor Coordination

• Sensory- Motor Processing

• Activities of Daily Living

Therapy sessions utilize a variety of specialized techniques to address the underlying deficits such as hands-on facilitation, and stretching activities, abdominal and core muscle strengthening, and balance exercise on a large assortment of therapeutic equipment. Through exercises and activities specified to your child's needs, we will work to improve their motor skills.

Therapy groups is emerging as a model of providing the services required by children, their families, and their broader communities of support. Parent feedback indicates that participating in groups provides opportunities to understand their child’s needs and learn strategies and skills to help their children. Therapy groups as a model improve outcomes for children with developmental needs and are accessible to families and communities. Our group programs are designed to facilitate positive peer interactions. Children participate in fun activities that work on social skills such as greeting, cooperative play, sharing, turn taking, making friends, resolving conflict, and communication.   

Art Psychotherapy is an intervention that is suitable for all ages, particularly for those who may be experiencing life changes, trauma, illness, or disabilities causing distress for the individual and their family.  It works by helping individuals to connect with and understand their inner world, and towards the development of a client's integrated sense of self, with increased self-awareness and acceptance. The therapist uses the creative process to help increase insight and judgment, cope better with stress, work through traumatic experiences, increase cognitive abilities, have better relationships with family and friends, and just be able to enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of the creative experience.