Address: 2000 N Central Expy # 113
| Plano, TX
75074
Rating: 4.00
(29 reviews)
Insurances:
UnitedHealthcare,
Aetna,
Ages Served:
Children
Care Settings:
In-clinic,
Virtual,
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About Children's Language Developmnt - Plano
At Children's Language Development Center, we are of a team of dedicated pediatric therapists who have a passion for what we do! Our therapists in Plano have extensive training and experience in providing treatment that meets high professional standards in an environment that is designed to enhance each child’s success through generalization of skills. All of our therapists are fully licensed in the state of Texas and hold national certification in their areas of practice.
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
2000 N Central Expy # 113,TX,75074
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(972) 964-1500
cldc@childrenslanguage.com
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I had the pleasure of learning at CLDC during my studies and witnessed first hand the intentional and well thought out care these clinicians provide. I highly recommend this group of therapists your child will be loved pushed and most importantly GROWExcellent pandemic procedures with safety at the forefront.
lane brooks
28 April 2024
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We have been very pleased with our appointments. Our child is making progress and looks forward to each visit for OT with Ms. Megan. This practice has been very responsive and respectful to us and we are happy to be clients
Brittany G Henderson
28 April 2024
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If you are looking for a clinic that serves the whole family believes in child-lead therapy and has amazing smart therapists this is your place Everyone is treated with respect and inclusion. The DIRFloortime approach is excellent
Megan Fisher
28 April 2024
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The staff at CLDC are welcoming creative and kind. They always promote family centered child first and safe practices
Jocelyn Lee
28 April 2024
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If vaccines arent available to the majority of children being served here why would it matter if the parent is Have you not checked the research that shows how many VACCINATED PARENTS are giving COVID to their kids who cant be vaccinated Logic goes a long ways. Unfortunately I couldnt trust someone who lacks logic to treat my child.
Stephanie Roberts
28 April 2022
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Just looking at current reviews for discrimination and Im an immigrant so Im confused as none was received by myself or my family. Either way it would be best to go and speak directly with staff as I know one single person can post on social media to have friends make fake reviews.
Ally Bickle
28 April 2022
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My Granddaughter was taken there for a speech evaluation and my daughter was very pleasedwith the outcome.
Linda Kegg
28 April 2022
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This business has wonderful procedures and happy to support them. Highly recommend
Ally Celebrates
28 April 2022
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Joy is an amazing therapist. We have only been going for a little over a month now but have gotten much needed help. I highly recommend bringing your child here
Kiley Goff
28 April 2019
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My son has been going here for almost two years now. The staff is wonderful and since working with CLDC his speech has improved exponentially. Highly recommend
Ellie Wood
28 April 2019
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.
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