Q: I have been getting feedback that my child is having regulation issues, could OT help? A: OT in the private setting could assess your child’s sensory system with a variety of challenges that replicate school and home demands.   Working in a sensory gym out of the school setting can allow your child the ability to learn to self-regulate in a variety of settings. Q: My child is currently getting one therapy at DPT, but I am seeing other issues, how do I get a referral for more services? A: We are happy to evaluate your child for occupational, physical…

On August 3rd, 2024, Darling Pediatric Therapies will celebrate 15 years in the community, providing Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Physical Therapy.   We have had the privilege of working with many families over the years.   We have grown with you and your child and are always looking at what is best practice in all of our therapy fields.     We are experts in total communication, utilizing all types of AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) for your child’s success.   We implement the sensory techniques needed to help your child’s regulation.   We work with feeding and all areas of living skills.  We…

Q: What can we do while we are on vacation and away from our regular therapy sessions? A: Vacation is a perfect time to use some of the strategies your child’s therapist has taught you both over the months for OT, PT and Speech needs.   It does not have to be “perfect”, just put some “normalcy” back into your lives.  Q: Can I rearrange my child’s therapy schedule for the summer or just to work around a camp schedule? A: Many of the DPT therapists have very full schedules with back-to-back sessions with other DPT therapists, so re-arranging for the…