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South 666 Washington Road Pittsburgh, PA 15228 Phone: (412) 343-4303 Fax: (412) 343-4301 |
North 135 Cumberland Road Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Phone: (412) 364-1886 Fax: (412) 364-7120 |
Our speech/language pathologists specialize in complete speech/language
diagnostic and therapeutic services. Each client’s needs are addressed
individually, with sensitivity to the individual’s specific situation.
Services are provided for a diverse population, treating children from
birth through age 18. These services include assessment, intervention, and
consultation for children with language delays, phonological disorders,
developmental dyspraxia, articulation difficulties and social
communication difficulties. Special treatment plans are designed for
children with autism, syndromes, apraxia, and other neurogenic disorders
and developmental delays.
An occupational therapist specializes in helping children to be more
independent in activities of daily living or ADLs. Any task that your
child completes during the day is considered an ADL. A child who needs
occupational therapy services may have difficulty with eating, dressing,
bathing, handwriting, using scissors, buttoning, or tying shoes.
Occupational therapists may also work with children who experience sensory dysfunction such as lack of body and space perception or difficulty touching various textures. Often times, we help children who get upset in response to everyday tasks such as cutting finger nails or washing hair. Children with and without special needs may experience difficulty with daily tasks and can benefit from occupational therapy. Through a detailed evaluation of your child’s level of performance in critical developmental areas, a plan of treatment is made.
At Aspire Pediatric Therapy we believe that parental involvement in goal setting and treatment planning is crucial to successful outcomes. We encourage parents and caregivers to attend sessions and ask questions. During each treatment we provide modeling and offer helpful suggestions for carry-over at home. We choose toys and activities appropriate for your child’s age and abilities and each success is celebrated.