Address: 3 Executive Court, Suite 4
| South Barrington, IL
60010
Rating: 4.50
(28 reviews)
Insurances:
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
Ages Served:
Children
Care Settings:
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About Elgin Pediatric Therapy
Elgin Pediatric Therapy provides customized therapy to children, support to families, and education to the community. Our practice follows an evidence-based approach to therapy that incorporates the development of functional skills that will help children maximize their potential. Our Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists work as a team with the child, family, physicians, and teachers when appropriate, to promote health and wellness across all environments of daily living. The mission of Elgin Pediatric Therapy is to provide Physical, Occupational, Speech and Feeding Therapy to children of all ages in a setting that makes a positive difference in the lives of our clients, families, and community.
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.
UnitedHealthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
3 Executive Court, Suite 4,IL,60010
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(847) 387-4086
elgin@elginpediatrictherapy.com
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I just got back home from my sons first appointment for physical therapy with Emily O. and from just his first appointment I have such an immense sense of relief and hope. First let me just say while sitting in the waiting room seeing and hearing how all the therapists there greeted their littles theyve been working with immediately put my anxious mind at ease. Patient kind and excited. The front office staff are so kind and helpful and I was immediately greeted with a smile the moment I walked through the door. My son has been struggling with a gross motor delay and as his parent it made me feel helpless. Of course the question was ask ourselves is how do we help Not only was Emily so warm and welcoming from our first meeting she identified some of his problems without me even mentioning them just based off what she was seeing while working with him. She gave me so much info as she was working with him to help me understand what was going on with his body and his muscles specifically showed me exercises to do with him and actually had me do them with him to make sure I was doing them correctly and felt confident doing them and before I left made it a point to reassure me that nothing Ive done has caused this that hes perfect and that this is fixable. I actually broke down in tears because her saying that felt like she could see the internal anxiety and guilt Id been holding on to over this and in that moment it truly melted away. I am already so confident in how much my son will progress here knowing hes in great hands. Could not recommend this office more and Im so excited to see him reach his full potential Thank you Emily and thank you staff at EPT
Nicole Walker
26 May 2024
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We just started speech therapy for our 18 month old and Sarah has been great Everyone at the office is warm and welcoming. Sarah has been amazing with our daughter and we are excited to see our journey at Elgin Pediatrics
Stefanie Guth
26 May 2024
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We truly could not be more grateful for Nesa and Ewa We have learned so much and seen an incredible amount of progress. Could not recommend Elgin Pediatric Therapy more.
Allison Gravina
23 May 2024
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I have had nothing but good experiences here with the therapists. They are flexible they build individual goals for your child and plan activities based on how your child learns best. Our son loves his weekly sessions and has developed so much during his time here. I highly recommend Nesa for speech therapy and Ewa for occupational therapy.
Montana Mirus
21 May 2024
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Our son started going here in 2021 and has made so many tremendous advancements since he started. Everything is custom to what works for your child which comes in handy with our son. They include play in everything while also working on the childs skills. I highly recommend them
Ryan Allen
21 May 2024
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We LOVE Elgin Pediatric Therapy Where do I start to explain how AMAZING THIS OFFICE IS We have been attending services through this business for over 2 years. My boys have made excellent progress and have done very well with each therapist they have had. The therapy services my boys receive on a weekly basis is outstanding The staff is superb Everybody in the office goes above and beyond at each appointment to make sure the session is at the highest quality. We feel like family with each relationship we make with all the staff members. We love attending sessions and look forward to each visit
Lisa Leschman Titre
26 May 2022
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If you are looking for a therapy clinic for your child look no further. EPT has great therapists that show professionalism and compassion for what they do. Receptionist Jeanine is a very sweet person and welcomes you when you walk in all the time. All therapists have such a positive attitude and I could tell they love what they do. My experience with EPT has been great and I have nothing negative to say about them I would highly and strongly recommend this clinic to anyone and everyone
Rafal Kulik
26 May 2022
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If you are looking for a therapist who exudes professionalism compassion and results look no further. We cycled through three different occupational therapists before landing at Elgin Pediatric Therapy where our son has received OT Speech and Feeding Therapy services for the past three years. The level of skill and service weve experienced here is unmatched. The professionals working with our son are consummate learners theyve taken the time to get to know him our entire family and are constantly bettering themselves which has resulted in empowering him and us as a family unit to not just survive but to truly thrive as a family. The personalized skilled perspective of the therapists weve worked with has helped us to know and understand our son so that we feel equipped to love him well. Their loyalty is unmatched at EPT they truly care about providing treatment from a holistic perspective and the professionals who work with our family have provided countless resources and offered encouragement and advocacy as we navigate the school and medical systems. From the warm and personalized greeting we receive at the front desk to the in-office sessions and supplementary advocacy we dont know where we would be without EPT. Our experience at this clinic has quite literally changed our lives and set our son on a trajectory for health wellness and success that felt previously unattainable.
Carrie Schumacher
26 May 2022
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We had a wonderful experience with Elgin Pediatric Therapy where my daughter went for speech therapy with Ms. Joan. Ms. Joan was so patient caring warm and effective as my daughter now speaks and communicates beautifully In addition all of the staff with whom we interacted have at all times been gracious kind and helpful. The facility is always squeaky clean with all COVID protocols strictly followed. I tell everyone I know whose children need speech physical or occupational therapy that there is no better provider than EPT
Sara Siegall
26 May 2022
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WE LOVE EPTEverything about this place is great. From the staff clinic and services provided youve got it all under one roof. Its an wonderful place to beThe staff at this clinic goes above and beyond. My son has been receiving services for a little over a year and we would not exchange this place for any other. From day one we felt the passion these therapists have. They genuinely love what they do and do a great job at helping all the kiddos.
Crystal
26 May 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.
Children
Address: 3 Executive Court, Suite 4
| South Barrington, IL
60010
Rating: 4.50
(28 reviews)
Insurances:
Ages Served:
Care Settings:
English
(847) 387-4086
elgin@elginpediatrictherapy.com
