Address: 455 Post Road Suite 202,
| Darien, CT
06820
Rating: 4.70
(14 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
Ages Served:
children to teens
Care Settings:
In-home,
In-clinic,
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About Center For Pediatric Therapy - Darien
Center for Pediatric Therapy is a fun place for kids. Therapy sessions are play-based and child directed to the extent that children don’t even realize that they are participating in therapy. Our treatment rooms naturally entice children to want to play.
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
UnitedHealthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
455 Post Road Suite 202,,CT,06820
Get in Contact
(203) 424-2584
cpt.director@yahoo.com
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My son loves it here we had never experienced OT in a setting like this before and it has been wonderful for him. He gets to experience all kinds of outlets for his sensory seeking that we could never pull off at home. Stephanie is amazing and goes so above to help us support him at home and school also. She does food therapy with him and works directly together with Speech often in joint sessions
A W
17 March 2024
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Our son has grown so much since starting occupational therapy here 10 months ago. The therapists and staff are so friendly and form real relationships with the kids they see. We are very happy with his progress and excited to continue here
Jessica L. Puk
17 March 2024
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Nothing but great things to say about about the Center for Pediatric Therapy Stephanie is my 6 year old sons Occupational Therapist OT. He has a lot of sensory and self regulation issues which she works on every week. He absolutely loves coming and is always engaged in activities to help him deal with the world around him. Parking is easy and with free wifi I am able to do my work in the comfortable waiting room until my son completes his session. They take several insurances and are always friendly and accomodating with scheduling. I highly recommend CPT for your childs OT needs
Lori Medina
17 October 2023
google review
My son had a wonderful experience at the Center for Pediatric Therapy. At 2 years old he had developed a minor speech delay due to being quarantined because of Covid. After a few short months with Ms. Maddie his speech began to blossom. He now speaks in complete sentences with ease and is having conversations with peers and adults. The staff at Center for Pediatric Therapy was always friendly and accommodating. We had a great experience and highly recommend them to others
Kristine Shah
17 March 2022
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Love Dr. Gould and all the other practitioners who are always available for sick visits. The nursing staff is knowledgeable and responsive consistently offering support and advice on care in a timely fashion. Wouldnt think of another practice for my sons
Katie Nixon
17 March 2022
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My son was removed from the schedule without an explanation. I assume it was because at the time I owed 80 and could not pay until the following week. As a result he was taken off the schedule. Its a shame because at the time my son would have benefited from the therapy but it just shows what is more important to Center for Pediatric Therapy which is rather than providing therapy. I do not recommend this place. Very inconsistent and unprofessional.
veecasimir
17 March 2022
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We are very pleased with the effort of the therapist to engage with our granddaughter. It wasnt easy but now her therapy is on track and effective.
ALBERT WELL
17 March 2022
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Everyone is wonderful. Easy to work with. My son loves going every week.
Lynne Flint
17 March 2022
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Great work My daughter loves going and her condition has improved.
Stephanie Martinez
17 March 2022
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Erica Muniz
17 March 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Pediatric physical therapy is considered safe and should not hurt. Autistic children spend their time in PT moving and exploring their environment. If you are concerned about your child experiencing pain during certain exercises, especially if they may struggle to communicate and advocate for modifications, speak with their physical therapist about your concerns.
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