SERVICES

Speech + Language Therapy

Communication is the foundation for learning, relationships, and confidence. When a child struggles to express themselves or understand others, it can impact every part of their life, from making friends to succeeding in school.

Speech and language therapy can help address a variety of challenges, including:

Articulation & Speech Clarity – Difficulty pronouncing sounds correctly.
Understanding Language (Receptive Skills) – Trouble following directions or grasping concepts.
Expressing Thoughts & Needs (Expressive Skills) – Difficulty finding the right words or forming sentences.
Social Communication – Using language appropriately in different settings.
Fluency – Challenges such as stuttering.
Voice Quality – Issues like hoarseness or vocal strain.
Feeding & Swallowing – Closely tied to oral motor skills and overall oral function.

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How Therapy Helps

Our goal is to make communication easier, clearer, and more enjoyable for your child in ways that feel natural and engaging.

Improved Communication Skills: Children learn to express themselves clearly and confidently, boosting both academic success and emotional well-being.

Stronger Social Connections: Therapy builds skills for conversation, understanding social cues, and forming lasting friendships.
Better Academic Performance: Strong language skills support reading, writing, and active participation in the classroom.
Increased Confidence: When children feel understood, frustration decreases and self-esteem grows.
The Power of Early Intervention: Addressing challenges early can prevent more complex difficulties later, supporting long-term growth and success.

Every program is tailored to your child’s unique needs. Sessions often feel like play, integrating fun, interactive, and meaningful moments while helping them reach their full potential.

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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy helps children build healthy, functional habits that last a lifetime. The earlier therapy begins (ideally during key developmental stages) the more effective and long-lasting the results.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy focuses on the muscles and functions of the mouth, face, and airway — the systems we rely on to breathe, speak, chew, and swallow. By improving how these muscles work together, OMT supports healthy growth, clear communication, and overall wellness.

Early intervention is especially powerful. Addressing muscle function and oral habits during a child’s active growth years can help prevent long-term issues, improve overall health, and set the foundation for lifelong optimal breathing and oral function.

Why Early OMT Matters

Supports Proper Oral & Facial Development
Guides tongue posture, lip seal, and nasal breathing — directly influencing how the jaw, palate, and facial structure develop. Early correction can help prevent or reduce the severity of orthodontic concerns later.
Improves Breathing Patterns
Encourages nasal breathing over mouth breathing. Chronic mouth breathing in children can affect sleep quality, behavior, and even facial growth.
Prevents Harmful Habits
Corrects patterns like thumb-sucking, tongue thrusting, or low tongue posture to avoid speech delays, dental misalignment, and improper swallowing patterns.
Enhances Speech & Feeding Skills
Strengthens the muscle coordination required for clear speech and safe, efficient swallowing — often complementing speech and feeding therapy.
Supports Overall Health & Sleep
Proper tongue and jaw posture can improve airway function, reduce risk of sleep-disordered breathing, and enhance sleep quality.

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Feeding Therapy

Feeding therapy is a specialized approach used to help children or adults who have difficulty eating or drinking due to physical, sensory, behavioral, or developmental challenges. The therapy is typically led by a speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, or a multidisciplinary team. It focuses on improving oral motor skills, increasing food variety, and reducing anxiety or aversion around eating.

A key component of feeding therapy is working toward identifying the root cause of the feeding difficulties whether it’s...

medical (e.g., reflux, allergies)
sensory (e.g., texture sensitivity)
motor (e.g., difficulty chewing or swallowing)
behavioral

Addressing the underlying cause allows for a more targeted and effective treatment plan, rather than just managing symptoms.

Water + Therapy

Pool therapy combines the benefits of movement, water immersion, and specialized therapeutic techniques to support nervous system regulation, sensory integration, and overall wellness. By working in water, therapy becomes not only effective but also engaging and calming, especially for children and individuals who thrive in sensory-rich environments.

Please Note: Pool therapy sessions are offered only at a client’s home if they have access to a heated pool.

Swimming and water-based activities stimulate several cranial nerves, which play a key role in communication between the brain and body. This stimulation enhances sensory-motor integration, supports healthy development, and promotes deep relaxation through activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, our body’s “rest and digest” mode.

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Cranial Nerve Benefits of Pool Therapy

Vagus Nerve (CN X) – Parasympathetic Powerhouse
Activated by rhythmic breathing and water on the face and neck, leading to lowered heart rate, reduced stress, improved digestion, and stronger immune function.
Vestibulocochlear Nerve (CN VIII) – Balance & Coordination
Engaged through head movement in water, improving balance, postural control, and neurodevelopment.
Trigeminal Nerve (CN V) – Facial Sensory Input
Stimulated by water touching the face, enhancing sensory awareness and promoting calming effects.
Oculomotor, Trochlear, Abducens Nerves (CN III, IV, VI) – Eye Movement
Improved eye tracking and coordination through visual navigation in the pool, supporting hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

Parasympathetic Nervous System Benefits

Encourages a meditative state through rhythmic movement and controlled breathing.
Buoyancy reduces joint stress while providing a soothing, supportive environment.
Water pressure offers calming proprioceptive input, helping regulate the sensory system.
Cool water exposure stimulates vagal tone, reducing stress hormones and supporting relaxation.

Who Benefits from Pool Therapy?

Children with sensory processing challenges or developmental delays.
Adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, or nervous system dysregulation.
Anyone seeking gentle, low-impact physical activity with nervous system benefits.

Pool therapy is both restorative and empowering, blending the therapeutic properties of water with targeted activities to help clients build strength, coordination, and a sense of calm.