Parent Support, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Address: 3105 N Wilke Ste H
| Arlington Heights, IL
60004
Rating: 3.89
(29 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Coventry Health Care,
Health Net,
HealthSmart,
Humana,
Imagine Health,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
MultiPlan,
United Medical Resources,
PHCS,
Ages Served:
Children to adults
Care Settings:
In-home,
In-clinic,
Virtual,
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About Arlington Pediatric Therapy Management Services LTD
The mission of Arlington Pediatric Therapy Management Services (APTMS) is to provide quality therapy for children on an outpatient basis. Our primary focus is to improve the quality of life of all children with special needs and their families. Professional services are delivered in a friendly, family centered atmosphere, which offers collaborative programming and support for both the family and the child.
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
Aetna
Coventry Health Care
Health Net
HealthSmart
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3105 N Wilke Ste H,IL,60004
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(847) 255-8690
APTLTD@ix.netcom.com
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My son has been receiving PT for the past few months here. He genuinely enjoys coming for therapy because she makes it fun and engaging. He has made noticeable progress.
Christine B
12 May 2024
google review
Ive had such a wonderful experience with my sons speech therapist Lisa Curtis Hes seen her for over a year and has improved greatly. They have lots of different gyms and activities to make it fun for the kids and he really enjoys his time there
Emily Solberg
12 December 2023
google review
Clinicians are very inexperienced and not knowledgeable. My report took 7-8 weeks for them to say he did not qualify We were tested elsewhere had report and services begin within 10 days. DO your self a favor AND GO ELSEWHERE.
Mary Patton
12 December 2023
google review
Our son has gone here for most of his life and we love the staff and treatment he receives. He is cared for and the team is invested in his development and future.
Joshua Duplantier
12 November 2023
google review
I would not recommend this place. They deeply care only about the money My son was sick and i need to cancel three appointments after they took him away from therapy service and placed him back in the waitlist without even letting me know.ReplyIf thats policy you should let parents know. I especially called in and asked Erin about canceling appointments and she confirmed that my son wont be back in waitlist because he is sick. Laura from the front office confirmed too. Anyways this is just heads up for the other parents. Thanks for your reply.
Priya Venkat
12 July 2023
google review
Extremely disappointed with therapist behavior. They dont seem to have your childs best interests.
rohita khurana
12 July 2023
google review
I have two children receiving multiple services each for nearly 2 years. Every single therapist and staff member I have met has been above excellent. The therapists are quick with getting the schedules worked around each other so both kids see who they need when they need and without overlap. The kids love their therapists. Each one quickly became a constant and stable caregiver knowing their likes and dislikes understanding their moods and abilities and how to handle the really bad days. My four-year-old often asks for his PT when passing the clinic. Both children are making progress both children are happy in their care. I feel like my kids needs are often thought about outside of their sessions as the therapists will bring up an idea a concern or a question in the beginning of a session. Even with full patient load my kids feel like their only clients.
Megan Lierman
12 May 2022
google review
Love this organizationVery friendly staffEspecially would like to say thank you to Amy LumsdenPerfect and professional occupational therapist very good person and friend for my child
Viktoriia Viktoriia
12 May 2021
google review
If your child has moderate to severe strugglesneeds this is not the place for you. A speech therapist and occupational therapist both worked with my child. They both decided after 1.5 months they were unable to work with my child because they felt like my child was not making progress fast enough. Extremely disappointing experience for my family. It was a huge waste or time and resources.
Courtney Dixon
12 May 2020
google review
APT did an amazing job getting us in for an evaluation. The speech therapist provided me with specific stratagies I was able do while at home to help my son.
Maria Weber
12 May 2020
yelp review
We see Lauri weekly for PT for my son and she really is great. It was def a rough start for us. The first couple classes my son just cried and cried. She...
Tanya A.
27 April 2016
yelp review
Our oldest daughter started as a patient in the physical therapy department at Arlington Pediatric Therapy 12 years ago. I truly wish we had found APT...
Barb B.
21 April 2016
yelp review
My experience with Arlington Pediatric was exceptional. The front desk was friendly and helpful. They provided recommendations as to which specialist my...
Megan J.
04 November 2015
Frequently Asked Questions
The simple answer is: whenever you’re ready. You are your child’s greatest advocate and protector. It’s okay if you don’t have all the answers, or aren’t able to perfectly explain everything. You can still educate those around you about your child’s autism when you have the energy to do so. Check out our complete guide for examples and tips.
Teach and practice calming strategies with your child. Helping your child learn how to manage their emotions and reactions is very important. Teach your child different ways they can calm down and relax, such as:
Deep breathing, counting to 10, using sensory toys (like squishy balls or putty), going for a walk, listening to music
Build "relaxation time" into their normal routines and schedules
Practice these when your child is happy and calm so that later, when they’re highly stressed, they can access these skills
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your child’s strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about your child’s skills, and your child will most likely demonstrate their skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a few hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your child’s needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with your child and your family, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon a child’s strengths. Some exercises your child might participate in are animal walks, obstacle courses, and therapy swing activities. Your family may learn strategies for supporting your child’s individualized needs at home, such as ways of supporting emotional regulation and sensory processing. The therapist may also recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help your child succeed.
Monitor your child’s progress. Parents and caregivers can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure the child is achieving their short and long-term goals.
Occupational therapy can also be provided virtually via telemedicine. Virtual therapy is a great option for families in rural areas who may not have access to in-person services, or for families who prefer to have therapy in their child’s home.
Virtual OT allows the opportunity for increased caregiver participation and understanding of a child’s strengths, areas of improvement, and generalization of skills in the child’s home environment. Virtual therapy also provides increased opportunities for caregiver and family education to support the child and the family based on each family’s needs.
Once you find a quality physical therapist you want to work with, here are a few things you need to know:
There will be an evaluation. First, you can expect an assessment to identify your child’s areas of strength and needs. A physical therapy evaluation usually lasts 30 minutes.
You’ll review and approve the care plan. The physical therapist will create a care plan, also known as a plan of care (POC), outlining the goals and strategies. They will review this with you and your care team before moving forward with therapy sessions.
Physical therapy sessions will be fun. PT with children is designed to be enjoyable. The therapist will use strategies and exercises based on your child’s needs. Exercises might involve playing on large stability balls, obstacle courses, movement equipment, stretches, and other hands-on activities.
Expect home exercises. Physical therapists commonly assign exercises to work on at home. Doing these exercises with your child outside therapy sessions can improve your child’s overall progress.
Yes! Most providers offer physical therapy in their offices or a clinical setting, but many are offering at-home options. Virtual options have become more popular in recent years. You might facilitate care with the guidance of the physical therapist.
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