Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy, Early Intervention
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Address: 25221 Miles Rd # G
| Cleveland, OH
44128
Rating: 4.60
(31 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Anthem Blue Cross,
CareSource,
Medi-Cal,
Molina Healthcare,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
Ages Served:
Infants to adolescents
Care Settings:
No info provided
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About Galvin Therapy Center - Eastside
At the Galvin Therapy Center, we provide a broad range of pediatric therapy evaluations and treatment services for infants, children and young adults throughout Northeast Ohio. Our facilities are equipped to provide your child with everything they’ll need to succeed. Our payment options will allow you to handle our reasonable therapy expenses in a flexible, graduated manner and we are an in-network provider for many insurance providers.
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.
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25221 Miles Rd # G,OH,44128
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(216) 514-1600
info@galvintherapycenter.com
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I have two children receiving various therapy at Galvin Therapy Center and I recommend it to everyone I know when the opportunity arises. We have worked with at least 5-6 different therapists over the past few years between both children and have loved them all. My children came from hospital based approaches and I find the Galvin approach much more personalized and very refreshing.
Amy Rogers
17 March 2024
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My daughter is having a lot of progress since she start on Galvin she loves playing there and she dont want to go home she knows the way to Galvin and she gets happy when she saw one of the therapists comes to pick up her so I know they are so lovely with her.The Galvin staff are so kind and helpful all the time. My daughter loves been there. Im so thankful for what they do with my daughter.
Ana Enid
17 March 2024
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My son receives a number of therapies at this office. They are top notch and I highly recommend them
David Saarela Jr.
17 March 2024
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Our Son is on the spectrum and has been attending Galvin since he was 1 year old. He utilized their Speech and Occupational therapies and has also participated in their ABA and feeding therapy programs. It is because of their caring knowledgeable staff of therapists that my son has the ability to eat as he should has overcome so many emotional and spectrum-related obstacles and can speak like he is college bound at only 11 years. They really care and are extremely well-managed. We owe them everything.
Gina Villa
03 March 2024
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Our son attended the Early Start Autism Program at Galvin Therapy. He absolutely LOVED going to see his teachers each day a true testament of the programs caring and compassionate staff and nurturing program that met all of his individualized needs. In addition to attending this program he also received individual ABA therapy OT and SLT. I cant say enough how incredible the staff is at Galvin Therapy. Our son still remembers how he played with Ms. Karen in the clouds and rode on the track into the pillow pit. Ms. Karen made their sessions fun and challenging every time I dont know how she did it My son looked forward to their time together and was completely engaged. We came to Galvin Therapy at a time when our hearts were fragile and we were unsure how to best meet the needs of our son after his autism diagnosis. The staff at Galvin Therapy provided us with support and answered any and all questions about his development and progress. We were in good hands and would recommend them 100.
L W
17 March 2022
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Barrie Galvin Therapy Center has been nothing short of fantastic in regards to our sons Occupational Therapy. Our son is on the Autism Spectrum and received services for many of his school aged years. Karen was amazing at diagnosing his needs collaborating with us on his treatments and providing quality OT sessions. We always felt our son was well taken care of and that he was more than just a patient. Much of his success today as an adult we attribute to the many years of therapy he recieved at Barrie Galvin.
Jason Saksa
17 March 2022
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We are incredibly grateful for the support our family received from the therapists after our sons diagnosis. The incredibly knowledgeable caring and supportive staff were highly in tune and focused on our sons needs. I would highly recommend Galvin Therapy Center
Michael Goldberg
17 March 2022
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I completed a student internship and Galvin and was so wonderfully welcomed by all the staff there All of the therapists and staff members have a creative family-centered and personalized approach to ensure that each child gets the best care. I learned so much from all of them and would recommend it to anyone
Tessa Krogol
17 March 2022
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3 of my children have gotten services by Galvin Therapy Center. Galvin has the most incredibly patient skilled compassionate creative and knowledgeable therapists. All of the therapists that have worked with my kids have gone above and beyond the call of duty. I just read one of the negative reviews and Im shocked beyond words. They must be mixing up Galvin with another therapy center. As not only have my children seen multiple therapists over the years but I spent hours in the waiting room and I was always amazed to see how all of the other therapists interact with all of their clients. If I can give Galvin a 100 stars I would. Honestly I think that Galvin has the most incredible team that Im trying to see if I can work there myself Id love to work with such proactive positive and skilled therapists
Tova Rottenberg
17 March 2020
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My son has been receiving services at Galvin Therapy Center since early 2015 when he was just one and a half years old for speech and occupational therapy. He has been seen at both the Warrensville and Avon locations. The staff has been professional compassionate and invested in not only his success but addressing the needs of our family as a whole. Their excitement at his achievements is so incredibly genuine and they have cried with me during times of fear and frustration. The support staff has worked with us through scheduling and insurance changes over the years and the providers have worked hand in hand with the school district and other professionals to ensure that everyone is up to date with evaluation results and current goals. We are so very grateful to the whole Galvin team for everything they have done for our son and our family over the past 5 years
Kelli Trombetto
17 March 2020
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
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy rooted in the science of learning and behavior. Using principles of ABA, children and adults can learn to improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
It's a big decision to make for your family! Applied behavior analysis (ABA) seeks to improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. Watch out for ABA providers who look to "cure" autism.
High quality ABA therapy does exist where the goal is not to “fix” children, make them appear “less autistic”, or change who they are. The goal is to help people learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. Here's our complete guide to start and end ABA therapy.
ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis. Autism is typically the only diagnosis insurance will authorize for ABA services since its benefits have been researched extensively.
Always check with your specific insurance plan to confirm that ABA is covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
“Early Intervention” might be the provider’s way of describing services that they provide to babies or young children. However, it might also indicate that the provider is a vendor for your state’s publicly funded program. This means the services with this provider might be covered by your state!
The first step in accessing these free services from your state is to get an evaluation. The evaluation will help the state determine what services your child qualifies for, if any. You can find your state’s local EI program by clicking here.
When you contact your local center, say “I have concerns about my child’s development and I would like to have my child evaluated to find out if they are eligible for early intervention services.” They will ask screening questions and arrange for an evaluation, which is provided for free.
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.
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