Therapy FAQ
Our team is passionate about cutting edge, therapeutic techniques and have experience & specialized training in a variety of areas. Please contact Straight Talk Speech Therapy if you have any questions regarding your child’s development. We offer a free consultation and would be happy to speak to you.
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions:
Progressive development is based on age ranges, i.e., Not using single words by 12 months, not putting simple sentences together by 2, full sentences by 3, grade school children not using synonyms/antonyms.
It is best to be proactive rather than reactive when it comes to your child’s development. If you feel your child has a developmental issue that should be addressed, please call Straight Talk Speech Therapy for a free consultation.
There is no set developmental timeline for all children. Children often develop in ranges rather than specific ages. If your child is not sitting up by 6 months, pulling up by 9 months, walking by 12-14 months, it may be time to schedule a consultation with Straight Talk Speech Therapy.
If your child has already been evaluated, please let us know and have copies of the paperwork available when you meet with one of our team members. Otherwise, yes your child will need a formal evaluation completed.
The length your child will be in therapy will depend on the severity of the issues, their reception of the therapy, and your involvement as a parent.
W sitting, weakness in hip/flexibility, coordination difficulties could be signs of a developmental weakness.
this could be a sign of limited occupational development.
Occupational Therapy helps children with the jobs of living – getting dressed, school tasks, feeding, buttoning, and also social interactions.
Insurance providers generally require a prescription for evaluation/treatment, check with your insurance provider for their requirements on treating medical conditions with Occupational Therapy. However, Straight Talk is a self-pay practice, so a referral is not required for treatment.
At Straight Talk, children are treated through play with engaging, child-centered activities… your child won’t even know they’re in therapy.
The general recommendation from pediatric healthcare professionals is 30 minutes per day.
The best action to take is proactive action. If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms along with behavioral issues, concentration issues, and the like, contact Straight Talk Speech Therapy and schedule your free one-on-one consultation.
