Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy, Occupational Therapy
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Address: 1955 N Federal Hwy #253
| Pompano Beach,
33062
Rating: 2.87
(60 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. - Pompano
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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1955 N Federal Hwy #253,33062
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therapy@kidsspotrehab.com
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Took my son here for a few months. Every appointment he would be seen by a different therapist. He has autism and it takes time for him to warm up to people. He never felt comfortable with any therapist he was seen by at this place. And then on top of that I needed to cancel an appointment due to me giving birth to my 2nd child.. Because we canceled this appointment they told us we could no longer be seen. Stay away from this place for your childs sake. It was a waste of our time.
Jennifer Andrade
17 March 2024
google review
Jenn is the best OT Ive ever met She is so smart in her field and so caring with the children she works with. My son has grown leaps and bounds with her. Max loves to go see Ms. Jenn every week. She makes therapy fun and works so well with the parents. She provides information for carryover at home. She is by far the best in the biz
Jackie Schulman
17 March 2024
google review
If I could give them 5zeros I would only time my son was getting help when Ms.Megan was there as well as my daughter they suck all they do is cxl appointments or they be closed on a random Thursday NEVER TAKE YOUR KIDS THERE TRUST ME
Leonette Lemieux
12 March 2024
google review
Came to this place in October after talking to several people over the phone to drop off a pre authorization to hold my sons spot for December and I will get a call that same day to set appointment.And here we are today still waiting. And after reading everyone elses reviews Im glad they havent called me back because I will continue to look for The correct office for my son who is 2 and non verbal. ZERO STARS
Caridad Magali Ogaza
17 December 2023
google review
After waiting for almost a month and re scheduling my sons appointment twice they called me canceling again mind you they confirmed the appointment the day before
Fernando Ferreira
17 October 2023
google review
HORRIBLE. HORRIBLE. HORRIBLE. They are understaffed and so disorganized.No need to take on new clients if you cant manage the current clients you have.Therapist leave left and right and the only ones being affected are the children NEEDING the therapy. Horrible service.
Taniesha Antoinette
17 September 2023
google review
Worst speech spot ever I thought the lauderhill place was rude for not answering or putting you on hold every time. But this business establishment is worst. Dont waste your time or your kids time. Im trying to check and appointment or make an appointment and I get transferred to a line where no one is in the front or no one picks up. Its tiring because you try to bring your child somewhere to get some help that they might need but you have people who dont like their job or just not competent enough to do the job. Anyone reading this find another spot its a ZERO stars for me.
Jennifer Duffraine
17 May 2023
google review
My daughter had an OT consult today and CC was great as well as the training trainee therapist. Appreciate everyone time and Manager is doing a fine job.
Juli Askew
17 May 2023
google review
We were a little hesitant coming here seeing the reviews online. My son saw two different speech therapists here before finally landing with Ms. Glory. He now sees her twice a week and he never wants to leave. Ms. Glory is an amazing asset to this place. She is kind patient and very kid friendly. We are very thankful for all the hard work she puts into teaching our little guy.
Alicia NP
17 March 2022
yelp review
Terrible place dont come here they make wait long time to get the therapy and then they dont really do a great job I have my Two kids there and believe me...
Greta M.
13 October 2021
google review
If you need to look up the work headache in the dictionary make sure you look under KidsSpot. Worst customer service ever. It was a struggle to get my son on a consistent appointment for speech therapy and when we finally did they changed the schedule without telling us I work full time as does my S.O. so I usually have my mother take him to therapy. There was one situation when my mom was in the ER with a medical emergency In the rush of the situation I forgot to cancel and when Kidspot called the receptionist gave me an attitude and cancelled ALL of my sons future appointments for the next month. I tried to explain but she did not care. I pleaded for the scheduler to call me to work something out did they call Nope.I took my son for an appointment last week for a 1 hour session. For starters he is 5 and has a speech issue his attention span is not very long as it is. The therapist took him to play in another room for a half an hour. This is a waste of productive time and not to mention possible fraud when they bill for a full hour of treatment especially when it was only 30 minutes worth of treatment.I have since found a different provider for my son. I am done with this place they are mismanaged and understaffed. Every time I am there I over hear a parent complaining about something. Not what you would accept from a professional establishment.The only positive my son HAS benefited from the speech therapy just a shame that it is not consistent.
Cesar Montalvo
17 March 2017
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.