Social Skills Training, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
Address: 11140 Rockville Pike Suite 303 | Rockville, MD 20852
Rating: 4.90 (3 reviews)
Insurances: No info provided
Ages Served: Children to adults
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About Fitness for Health
Fitness for Health is a state-of-the-art facility providing integrated movement, occupational therapy and physical therapy to children primarily specializing in children with special needs. Fitness For Health is a premiere therapeutic exercise facility providing multi-sensory and individualized fitness programs to foster growth and development for ages 2 ½ years-old through senior citizens. Our innovative facility, trained staff, and novel approach to fitness encourage children and adults to achieve goals previously thought unattainable.
My daughter loved seeing her therapist Mary Kate She learned how to deal with her big feelings here. Their interpersonal skills and equipment are top tier....
Mercy R.
January 11, 2022
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This place is like the ultimate playground Brought my child here for OT and he loved it. The owner is great and the staff is amazing. It doesnt seem like...
Myra C.
April 23, 2020
yelp review
I come here every friday for Zamdance and its SO MUCH FUN I bring the girl i work with that has special needs and the teacher Jackie is AWESOME a...
Jackie R.
May 12, 2017
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.
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 strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about you your skills, and you will most likely demonstrate these skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a couple hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with you, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon your strengths. If there are others part of your care team, the therapist may teach strategies for supporting your individualized needs at home and may recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help you thrive.
Monitor your progress. You can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure you're achieving your short and long-term goals.
Children to adults
In-office
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