Speech-Language Pathology
At KidSPOT, we acknowledge the significant impact communication has on a child’s academic, social and emotional development. We aim to create positive and supportive therapy journeys.Our Speech-Language Pathologists work closely with families and caregivers to ensure that the child’s needs are met outside of therapy sessions as well. This includes providing education on strategies to improve communication, oral motor work, feeding strategies and/or effective social engagement. As appropriate, our SLPs work in tandem with other specialties for a team approach.
Our specialties include:
Our specialties include:
- Feeding Disorders
- Oral Motor & Motor Speech DisordersReceptive and Expressive Language Disorders and Delays·
- Articulation and Phonology
- Reading and Spelling Difficulties (Dyslexia)
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Stuttering and Cluttering
- Social Pragmatic Language (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Dyslexia Evaluation
Do you have concerns with your child’s reading or spelling? KidSPOT now offers dyslexia testing for children in Kindergarten and beyond! Our speech-language pathology team will conduct a thorough assessment of your child’s language and literacy skills to diagnose, or rule out, dyslexia. Your clinician will conduct thorough interviewing and testing to address your concerns. A battery of standardized tests will compare your child’s skills to same-aged peers. The assessment takes 3 hours to complete, which can be completed in one day or over two testing sessions depending on the needs of the child. A 30-minute follow-up consultation will also be scheduled to discuss evaluation findings, answer questions, and provide resources and recommendations. Please note the assessment is specific to Dyslexia only, and does not include diagnostic tests for concerns related to ADHD, ASD or intellectual/cognitive functioning.
Dyslexia Testing Intake Form
Dyslexia Testing Intake Form
Physical Therapy
Pediatric Physical Therapy is a specialized area of physical therapy that focuses on the needs of children from birth through adolescence. Pediatric PTs analyze movement and develop a holistic plan of care to address the family’s prioritized concerns. Evidence-based, and play-centered interventions are used to facilitate gross motor development, improve motor function, mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and endurance.
Many children benefit from physical therapy. Some of the more common diagnoses include, but are not limited to: developmental delays, congenital muscular torticollis, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, idiopathic toe walking, seizure disorders, lack of motor coordination or muscle weakness, sport injuries, chronic pain, dizziness, and concussion.
We use a variety of evidence-based interventions in each session to support children while working toward their functional goals. We will also support families when making decisions about adaptive equipment, orthotics and alike. We work closely with families and caregivers to ensure children have opportunities outside of the therapy sessions to practice new skills. In many cases this comes in the form of a home exercise program, and other times it may be a recommendation for a community activity or an adaptation to the environment. Ultimately, pediatric physical therapists at KidSPOT recognize the importance of childhood and we strive to make the therapy journey positive and productive for families.
Many children benefit from physical therapy. Some of the more common diagnoses include, but are not limited to: developmental delays, congenital muscular torticollis, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, idiopathic toe walking, seizure disorders, lack of motor coordination or muscle weakness, sport injuries, chronic pain, dizziness, and concussion.
We use a variety of evidence-based interventions in each session to support children while working toward their functional goals. We will also support families when making decisions about adaptive equipment, orthotics and alike. We work closely with families and caregivers to ensure children have opportunities outside of the therapy sessions to practice new skills. In many cases this comes in the form of a home exercise program, and other times it may be a recommendation for a community activity or an adaptation to the environment. Ultimately, pediatric physical therapists at KidSPOT recognize the importance of childhood and we strive to make the therapy journey positive and productive for families.
KidsLAB
Many families express a desire to have their children practice new skills alongside peers working on similar skills or in smaller supportive group settings. KidsLAB is just that! Children participate in small groups targeting specific skills, or activities.