Address: 1248 Austin Hwy, Suite 210
| San Antonio, TX
78209
Rating: 4.40
(22 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Humana,
Medicaid,
Tricare,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
Ages Served:
Children
Care Settings:
In-clinic,
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About Pediatric Therapy Associates
Pediatric Therapy Associates (PTA) was founded in 1997 by Sharrie Potts. This San Antonio-based clinic is her life-long dream. The current location, in the Alamo Heights/Terrell Hills area, is the latest expansion for this outpatient clinic. Diverse therapy is available from over twelve licensed therapists specializing in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech/Language Pathology joined by a behavior management team.
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your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
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1248 Austin Hwy, Suite 210,TX,78209
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LOVE THIS PLACE...each therapist has been amazing and attentive to my sons needs and growth. They are very mindful of his needs and provide the attention patience and care he needs at the different stages of his development. Witnessing how all the therapist attend to the many patients they care for is just awesome to see.When it comes to cleanliness and thoughtfulness as it pertains to germs and controlling the spread of illnesses they are on tip of it.Equipment...AMAZING...they are a wide variety of equipment that my child needs and have been proactive in understanding any changes or needed adjustments to ensure they are properly caring for my son.I highly recommend PTA to any parent seeking this sort of care for their kids.
Pete S. Reyna III
28 April 2024
google review
We absolutely love this place. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. My son receives services three times a week for otptspeech. He really enjoys his time there and giving the therapist and staff animal names. I enjoy seeing his progress. Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for therapy services
Rebecca Rodriguez
24 April 2024
google review
I cant express how thankful I am for finding out about Pediatric Therapy Associates My son has been going for almost a year and within the 1st 2 weeks that he started there we noticed an Immediate progress He has done so well with Speech and Occuaptional The therapist are wonderful they really care about the children and take their time My son even gets upset when its time to leave because hes enjoying himself so much I couldnt be more thankful for the entire staff they go above and beyond I will continue recommending these therapy services to whoever needs them
Monica Cortinas
24 April 2024
google review
If I could give no stars I would. I had the worst experience no one contacts or follow-ups. I had to contact them to figure out what was going on with my referral or whatever updates or anything that needed to be done on my end just for them to call to tell me that my son doesnt have a referral that they couldnt do nothing about it also to mention to me the 12 week waiting list that I was on because they sent my referral back to my doctor. Which didnt get mention to me nor did my actual doctors office mentioned that to me but now I have to sit back and wait another 14 weeks just so my son can have his speech therapy. The office is just careless and doesnt have the proper care for their patients. PLEASE FIND ANOTHER SPEECH THERAPY OFFICE .Our little ones deserve so much better . This one aint it . Yall can thank amber and angel
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14 April 2024
yelp review
We recently visited Pediatric Therapy Associates to do a speech evaluation of our two year old. After multiple failed attempts to get an appointment with...
Fernanda F.
09 February 2024
google review
Staff is really great and all therapists have been so sweet. My son has made so much progress in just a few months.
Lauren Castillo
28 January 2024
google review
This place is one of kind. Everyone genuinely cares for all children with all abilities. The therapist are awesome and the front desk staff is amazingly kind and always smiling. Hands down the best therapy clinic in the 4 years of our therapy journey.
December Gutierrez
28 October 2023
google review
Absolutely love it here as well as my kids they are always providing efficient quick and friendly service to patients as well as building strong relationships with them every single person who works here has a friendly smile makes it feel like a second home.Special thank you to Darlene Monique front office smiles. Our therapists Danielle Crystal Sydney for going above and beyond for my babiesSwitching here is by far thee best decision Ive made
Theadora Morales
28 October 2023
google review
Worst experience ever They cancelled my 8 month old daughters appointment the DAY OF via VOICEMAIL because the appointment time was no longer available.When I called to ask why the receptionist told me shed have to call me back because she was out on lunch She canceled my appointment time because she went out to lunchI was then rescheduled without consent for the following week No phone calltext or email was made to me.When I finally called back I was then told I couldnt go back because of a no call no show WHATI was told the manager would also give me a call after this and she did not call meThis place will give you the run around and cancel appointments. They are so unprofessional and rude. I advise to send your children somewhere else. This place is a mess
Isabella S
28 October 2023
google review
I absolutely love this place my son has been going there for probably about 2 years and we both love it the team they have is amazing my son loves all of them they all have been so awesome and my son has improved so much and I couldnt be any more blessed with them to help me along the way Keep up the good work
Brianna Alfaro
28 October 2023
google review
This place is amazing. Weve been here four years and my daughter is doing things the doctors said she will not be able to do. The therapists here have magic hands. They are so loving caring and the always put their children first. Very professional but also very friendly. I feel at home here. My family can never repay you all for the lovecare and attention you all gave our little girl. You guys are amazing. Best kids therapy in town. Trust me i tried a few. Thank you all for what you do.
My Deliciousness
28 April 2020
yelp review
We switched to PTA from another outpatient therapy clinic that we loved we moved across town and switched schools and I was very worried that my son...
Rebekah M.
08 September 2019
yelp review
Absolutely phenomenal All the ladies who work here have been so incredibly sweet and genuine. Theyre knowledgeable and go above and beyond. My son has...
Jennifer W.
03 October 2018
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.