Pediatric Therapy in Lafayette
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Top Rated Pediatric Therapists in Lafayette
If you’re looking for expert care to support your child’s growth and development, our team is here to help. Each of our licensed pediatric therapists is specially trained in speech and feeding therapy, providing gentle, evidence-based care tailored to every child’s unique needs.
We create personalized therapy plans that help children build communication skills, strengthen feeding abilities, and gain confidence in daily activities. Our goal is to make every session fun, engaging, and effective — helping your child reach their fullest potential in a supportive environment.
1-on-1 Care
Personalized Care for Little Learners
Every child grows, learns, and communicates in their own unique way—which means no two developmental journeys are ever exactly alike. Even when children face similar speech or feeding challenges, the underlying causes, progress, and goals can vary greatly. That’s why we never take a one-size-fits-all approach. Our expert pediatric therapy team performs a thorough evaluation to understand your child’s specific needs, abilities, and personality. From there, we create a customized treatment plan that targets the root of the issue and supports their growth every step of the way.
Throughout your child’s care, our compassionate team provides individualized attention in every session. We guide, encourage, and adjust therapy as your child develops—so they always feel supported and motivated. Whether your child is learning to express themselves more clearly or developing the skills needed for confident feeding, we’re committed to helping them thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Our 4-Phase Roadmap to Wellness
Support
Struggling with speech or feeding challenges? Our pediatric therapists provide one-on-one care to identify your child’s needs and create a personalized therapy plan to help them thrive.
Prevent
Concerned about developmental delays? We equip children and families with strategies to strengthen communication and feeding skills, supporting healthy growth and preventing future challenges.
Encourage
Keeping your child motivated can be tough. We provide engaging, fun therapy sessions that build confidence, improve skills, and celebrate every small achievement along the way.
Achieve
Ready to reach new milestones? Our therapists design tailored plans to help children progress in speech, language, and feeding, so they can interact confidently and succeed in daily activities.
Our Expert Team
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Sonya Brooks
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Sonya Brooks
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Sarah Tate
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Sarah Tate
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Cassidy Bellard
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Cassidy Bellard
Supporting Every Child’s Growth
Our pediatric therapy services are designed to help children develop essential skills for speech, feeding, and overall communication. Whether your child is working on speech clarity, improving swallowing and feeding, or building oral-motor strength, we create personalized plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. Using a combination of hands-on techniques, play-based exercises, and expert guidance, we address the root challenges—supporting not just progress, but confidence and independence. From the first session to every milestone achieved, we’re here to guide your child’s journey toward stronger communication and healthier feeding.
Treatments in Lafayette to Keep You Moving
Children’s Auditory Processing
Auditory processing challenges occur when a child hears sounds clearly, but their brain has difficulty interpreting, organizing, or responding to what they hear. This can make instructions seem confusing...
Infant Feeding and Tongue Tie / Tethered Oral Tissues
Feeding is one of the first and most important skills an infant learns, yet many babies struggle with breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or transitioning to early solids.
Dyslexia Support
Dyslexia is a language-based learning difference that affects how children process sounds, letters, and written words. A child with dyslexia may struggle ...
Feeding and Food Aversions
Mealtimes should be enjoyable, but for many children, eating can feel stressful or overwhelming. Pediatric feeding challenges may show up as refusing ...
Fluency Disorder
Fluency disorders, including stuttering, affect the smoothness and flow of a child’s speech. A child may repeat sounds or words, stretch out sounds, or experience ...
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Orofacial myofunctional issues involve how the tongue, lips, cheeks, and facial muscles work together. When these muscles don’t function in a coordinated..
Guiding you toward a life without limits
Grow and Thrive with Confidence
Our team understands that every child deserves the chance to learn, communicate, and eat with comfort and confidence. Challenges with speech or feeding can sometimes leave families feeling unsure and concerned about what comes next.
We believe that every child deserves to develop the skills they need to express themselves and enjoy mealtimes without stress. Our experienced pediatric therapy team knows how it feels to face these challenges—and that’s what drives us to help children overcome them every day. With compassion, patience, and expert guidance, we’ve helped countless kids make meaningful progress and reach exciting milestones in their development.
Helping you heal, train, and thrive
Our Pediatric Therapy Programs in Lafayette
We’re dedicated to providing high-quality pediatric therapy with programs tailored to each child’s unique needs. Whether your child is working on speech development, improving feeding skills, or strengthening communication and motor coordination, we create a personalized plan designed to support their growth and confidence.
Our process begins with building comfort and trust, helping your child feel relaxed and engaged. We then focus on skill development through play-based and evidence-based activities that promote speech clarity, oral-motor control, and functional feeding. As your child progresses, we introduce more advanced exercises to encourage independence and long-term success—helping them thrive at home, in school, and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect during Speech and Feeding Therapy sessions?
Speech and Feeding Therapy sessions typically involve an assessment of your condition, manual techniques to improve mobility and flexibility, individualized exercises and activities to help you reach your goals, education on how to prevent further injury or pain, and instruction on proper posture, body mechanics and other lifestyle changes.
Do I need a referral from my doctor before attending Speech and Feeding Therapy?
Louisiana’s physical therapy direct access law allows patients to see a physical therapist without a physician’s referral, but with specific limitations. A physical therapist can initiate treatment, but if there is no improvement documented within 30 days, the patient must be referred to a doctor.
What do I need to wear or bring with me?
You should dress in comfortable, loose clothing that allows you to move easily and doesn’t restrict circulation. Depending on your condition, your physical therapist may also recommend special shoes or a brace. You should also bring any paperwork related to your medical history, including x-rays, ultrasounds, and doctor’s notes.
Is there anything I can do before my appointment to prepare?
Yes! Make sure you arrive for your session well-rested so that you can give it your full attention and energy. It is also helpful if you keep track of how much pain medication (if any) you take prior to the appointment so that the Speech and Feeding therapist can adjust the intensity of treatment accordingly.
How long will my Speech and Feeding Therapy sessions last?
Sessions typically last 30-60 minutes depending on your condition and the types of techniques used. Your Speech and Feeding therapist will give you an estimate when you first arrive for your appointment.
Are there any exercises I can do at home between appointments to help improve my condition?
Yes! Your Speech and Feeding therapist may provide specific exercise recommendations for you to try in between visits, which will help speed up your recovery and progress faster toward reaching your goals. It’s important to follow these carefully and always check with your PT before starting a new exercise program if you have any questions or concerns.
What if I have questions after my Speech and Feeding therapy session?
Your Speech and Feeding therapist should be available to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your treatment plan before and after each visit. You can also contact the clinic directly for further assistance. We want you to get the most out of every session!
Will insurance cover my Speech and Feeding therapy?
It depends on your insurance plan. Most plans cover some or all of the costs associated with Speech and Feeding therapy, but you should check with your provider to determine coverage and any associated fees.
How often will I need to attend Speech and Feeding therapy sessions?
The frequency of visits will depend on your individual goals and condition, but typically it is recommended that patients attend 2-3 times per week for a minimum of 4-6 weeks in order to maximize results. Your therapist will provide more details during your initial appointment.
How long will it take for me to see results?
Every person’s situation is unique; therefore the amount of time needed to reach goals varies. With commitment and dedication from both you and your Speech and Feeding therapist, you can expect to start seeing results within a few weeks. The more positive lifestyle changes you make, the faster your progress will be!
Will my Speech and Feeding therapist be able to answer any questions I have about my condition?
Yes! Your Speech and Feeding therapist should be available to discuss any concerns or questions you have regarding your condition or treatment plan. Don’t hesitate to bring up any issues that may arise during the course of therapy.
What if I feel too much pain during a session?
If at any time during your Speech and Feeding therapy session you experience increased pain, it’s important to let your therapist know so they can adjust the intensity or technique as necessary. Your therapist will work with you to make sure that treatment is comfortable and effective for you.
How will I know when I no longer need Speech and Feeding therapy?
Your Speech and Feeding therapist should be able to provide guidance on when it is appropriate to stop attending Speech and Feeding therapy sessions based on your progress, goals, and overall health status. It’s important to listen to your therapist and continue with treatment until they feel you are ready to move on.