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Children's Therapy Clinic works to improve the functional abilities of children with a variety of special needs through physical, occupational, speech, and behavioral therapy. We treat children with developmental delays, neurological impairments such as cerebral palsy; musculoskeletal disorders such as spina bifida, and genetic disorders such as Down Syndrome. Other common disorders we work with include autism, cystic fibrosis, apraxia, seizure disorders, sensory integration disorders, prematurity, traumatic brain injury, phonological disorders, and central auditory disorders.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapists at CTC work to enhance motion, strength, coordination, and balance, small and large muscle movement, as well as wheelchair positioning and equipment usage. Our services are provided in a fun environment that encourages children to gain the physical ability to play with the toys of childhood. (back to top)
Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapists care for children with coordination and sensory abnormalities. They help children with the basic tasks of everyday life, such as dressing, bathing, and eating, by improving upper extremity dexterity strength and function through the use of adaptive equipment. Our occupational therapists can help children learn how to play- even creating alternative ways for them to play if needed. (back to top)
Speech Therapy
Children's Therapy Clinic’s speech and language therapists focus on improving a child’s articulation, language skills, and general communication. Therapists work to help children develop the mouth movements that significantly impact speech production. Speech and language therapists help children to communicate with the world. (back to top)
Behavioral Therapy
The autism specialist on our staff incorporates behavioral teaching with developmental
play. The therapist can assess a child for the possibility of autism or pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) and can set up a program that addresses development as well as behavioral goals. Using a structured play session, fun activities are presented while
providing opportunities for communication. Prefered teaching methods include TEACCH, ABA, and Floor Time. The therapist also works with the parent to address issues such as social skills, toileting, eating, and school. Playgroups are scheduled during the year to engage children in using their new skills within a group situation as well as to provide an opportunity for social interactions.
Birth to Three Program
Children's Therapy Clinic is a provider of services for the WV Birth to Three program. WV BTT is a statewide organization serving kids under three years old who have a delay in development or are at risk for a delay. Developmental problems BTT addresses include cognitive (thinking and learning); physical (moving, seeing, hearing, health); socil and emotional (feelings, coping, getting along with others); adaptive (doing things for him/herself); and communication (understanding and communicating with others). For more information, visit the West Virginia Birth to Three Website. (back to top)
Discovery Playgroup
We schedule several playgroups throughout the year, often centered on fun holiday or seasonal themes. The groups present children with an opportunity to play with their peers in a supervised, structured environment where the skills they learn in therapy can be put to use. Social and interactive play are stressed and several short, focused activities are included. We use several learning centers to encourage kids to explore sensory, math, language, fine motor, gross motor, and social skills. For more information, contact us at (304) 342-9515.
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