Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Address: 7430 W Commercial Blvd
| Lauderhill,
33319
Rating: 3.20
(26 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Ambetter,
Cigna,
Humana,
Medicaid,
Molina Healthcare,
Tricare,
UnitedHealthcare,
Ages Served:
0 to 21 years
Care Settings:
In-home,
In-clinic,
Virtual,
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About Kids S.P.O.T. - Lauderhill
we created Kids SPOT to be a comprehensive pediatric therapy organization for the sole purpose of bringing positive, lasting, life changing impacts for not only the child we serve but also for the entire family. By adopting a unique comprehensive therapy model, we are able to deliver better clinical outcomes by having seamless communication between all your
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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7430 W Commercial Blvd,33319
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One star for service during my time going to establishment lets start from trying to get an appointment I had to continuously call to follow up as if I work there. The ladies at the front desk need customer service training. The therapist are really good. They get five stars in my book however everything else is very unorganized and needs to be revamped. Reading the reviews I thought I was the only one who kept getting canceled appointments especially when it came down to my reevaluation time. Which by the way speaking of evaluation you have to be on top of them because my first evaluation for my child was completely wrong they said that she only needed three letters to work on which she really needs multiple letters to work on. So you have to be on top of that because theyre incorrect and will do the evaluation wrong. They made me wait six months for a reevaluation. I was there when they first evaluated her and After seeing her response I was wondering was I the only one in the room. I dont know whos in charge but its becoming like a free for all. Everyone does what they want. The front desk actually looks like they only have teenagers working there. The ones that dont really care about working. And as of lately they have a really bad habit of just not answering their phones at all.
babiiigirl1994
17 March 2024
google review
All the therapists here are wonderful . The work they do is top notch. I definitely credit the speech therapists with my six year old who was non verbal with him now speaking. The are not enough words of praise for all the hard work they do. Thats all the therapists OT PT and Speech . I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting the best care for your kids and grandkids.
Dawn Kawesch
17 March 2024
google review
Customer Service was just HORRIBLE Waited a month for an appointment just for them to call to set a date. Get there and told I needed to bring the referral despite when making the appointment I was questioned about all details on referral info okay fine SO I HAD TO RESCHEDULE . Being told someone will call me for ANOTHER appointment NO ONE CALLS. So I scheduled another appointment just to get there and then told the referral has to have that specific office info All the back and forth and not giving information is ridiculous. When asked they give you the rudest attitude as if youre speaking another language. The last straw was Standing at the window for her to not acknowledge me until I knocked then tells me with her finger she not done. Again the CUSTOMER SERVICE IS BEYOND HORRIBLE HORRIBLE
Mar Cena
17 November 2023
google review
I think they do great work for the children. The therapists are kind to the children. I take both my sons for toe walking. And they work hard doing their therapy. It does take time to get the child evaluated to start and all the paper work and the approvements. But once you are on a set schedule its all good. They are busy and full of kids to work with. Thank you KidSpot.
Vanessa Corish (OKC PET SALON)
17 October 2023
google review
My son has been coming to this facility for 4 years now and Ive seen so much progression that it amazes me every time he comes out of his therapy sessions how much he learns and adapts to what his therapist has just taught him. The staff is amazing
Laura Herrera
17 October 2023
google review
Dont bring your child here if I could give it 0 stars review I absolutely would . This place is VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. I dont even want to get into details.. as you can see from the other reviews I aint lying to you babes. Dont bring your child here .
Alexis Nicole
17 October 2023
google review
Terrible place I just pulled my son out. The customer service is HORRIBLE They are extremely rude never call you back and cancel your appointments two hours before because the therapist was on vacation and never notified me ahead of time. My sons evaluation was for an hour twice a week and all they had room for was a half hour once a week. At one session all they did was color he was going for speech. I called for weeks to have a conversation with the therapist and never got a call back. I feel like the only thing they truly cared about was getting paid by the insurance company. I know there are waitlists everywhere for speech therapy but anything is better than here
Michelle Baldino
17 July 2023
google review
Terrible place terrible service. There are not many speech therapist options available in that area so they dont make a point of working properly they cancel the appointment every week.
Adriely Ribeiro
17 May 2023
google review
We love Kids SPOT. My son sees Julie. I have seen a huge improvement in his speech She is so sweet and patient with him. She is very knowledgeable at what she does and we are so thankful for her We are doing virtual learning now but its nice that they have the option for in person sessions too
Megan Kelley
17 March 2022
google review
6 MONTHS wait time for a speech EVALUATION and 4 MONTHS for an OT EVALUATION. Not services . EVALUATION. 6 MONTHS Im sorry but thats absolutely asinine.Also if you have Medicaid they dont cover in home services something thats not mentioned on their website.
Diablita Angel
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
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.
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.