Can I bring my other children to the first visit or evaluation?

We would prefer that your child attends their first appointment/evaluation at the clinic without their siblings present. We will need your undivided attention as we gather developmental history and try to get a clear picture of your child and your concerns for therapy.

My child is school-aged, is it possible for me to get an after school appointment?

Yes, however please keep in mind that many of our children are also school-aged, and their parents frequently request appointments after school hours as well.

We will always do our best to accommodate your schedule.Do I need a prescription for therapy?

Yes. Our office requires that we receive a prescription for each discipline from your pediatrician or primary care physician prior to an evaluation and treatment.

How Long Will My Child Receive Therapy Services?

This question will be more easily answered once your child’s evaluation is complete. If therapy services are recommended, a frequency and tentative time line will be established along with a plan of care and goals to be achieved on both a short-term and long-term basis. Children continue at their recommended frequency for as long as it is needed. As long as your child is making progress towards their goals, therapy will continue.

I have been suspecting for a long time that my 11-year-old daughter has ADD and I am pretty desperate to help her. What would you suggest?

Start with a general pediatrician visit - check out vision, hearing, diet and general health. Next, request an Occupational Therapy evaluation to assess for potential areas of need. We find that up to 60% of children are misdiagnosed with ADHD/ADD, and that most of the kids who have attention deficits benefit in some way from Occupational Therapy. We can usually find out through a thorough evaluation of a child’s sensory systems if Sensory Integration is at the root of their difficulties. We work with several doctors in the greater Houston area known for their ability to help children like your daughter and can refer you to a specialist.

If my child is has ADD (or ADHD), will Sensory Integration therapy help?

Yes. Studies show that 40% to 60% of individuals diagnosed with ADD or ADHD also have sensory processing disorder (SPD). This leads some to speculate that perhaps some children are being misdiagnosed. We conduct a comprehensive assessment to determine if SPD is present and treat it appropriately. We can also teach your child self-regulation skills that may help them learn to control their behavior better.