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Speech Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy •
Feeding Therapy • Early Intervention & Developmental Therapy • Screenings & Evaluations • Group Programs
Pediatric Therapy & Early Intervention in Memphis, TN
Meet us at our Millington or Cordova office, or have us come to you at home, your child's daycare, or school.
Taking the First Step
Free Screenings
If you're not sure whether your child is reaching their milestones, drop in for a free developmental screening!
During your child's screening, our developmental experts will ask you some questions and observe your child's skills during play. Based on the results, we'll let you know if we think a full evaluation is needed, or refer you to another community program such as the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS).
Free screenings take place at our office on the first Friday of each month, from 9:00-11:00AM. We also offer free developmental screenings to preschools and Mother's Day Out programs in the Memphis area. Contact us to learn more!
Comprehensive Evaluations
We'll start with an evaluation to identify your child's developmental strengths and challenges. During the evaluation, our team will gather information through:
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Parent interviews
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Clinical observations
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Standardized tests
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Play-based interactions
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Following the evaluation, our team will create personalized goals and a care plan for your child. Your child's plan will guide our therapy sessions, alongside their Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) from the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS). A formal evaluation report will be shared with you and your TEIS Service Coordinator.
Our Approach to Therapy
At Pediatric Learning Center, we're passionate about helping children grow, connect, and thrive!
Play-Based Learning
We incorporate play into every therapy session to keep children engaged, motivated, and learning while having fun.
Family-Centered Care
Parents and caregivers are an important part of our team. We include families in therapy sessions and provide guidance to support their child's development.
Individualized Therapy
Every child is unique. We tailor therapy goals and activities to each child's specific needs, abilities, and developmental goals.
Team Approach
Our therapists, teachers, and other pediatric professionals work together to support each child's development and their family's needs.
Everyday Routines
We focus on skills children use in everyday life, providing therapy in familiar environments and incorporating daily routines.
Whole-Child Development
We support the whole child by addressing different areas of development and recognizing that every child learns in their own way.
Late Talkers • Language Delays • Speech Sounds • Feeding • Social Skills • AAC
Speech & Language Therapy
Building Strong Communication Skills
Young children learn best during everyday moments, so that's where we work! Our speech therapists are experts at building communication opportunities into your child's day, as they play with toys, read books, learn at school, or enjoy a meal. Speech therapy will help your child:
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Use words to express their needs, make choices, and name objects, people, and animals
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Follow directions
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Ask and answer questions
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Say age-appropriate speech sounds
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Combine words to build sentences
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Socially interact and play with others​
Fine Motor • Sensory Processing • Self-Help & Life Skills • Visual Processing • Emotional Regulation
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Gaining Skills for Everyday Life
Your child's "occupation" is to learn, play, and gain independence—little by little! Our pediatric OTs use playful activities to build on your child's sensory, motor, and regulation skills within their normal daily routines. Occupational therapy will help your child:
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Independently complete grooming and hygiene tasks like bathing, getting dressed, and toileting
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Build muscle strength and motor coordination
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Self-regulate and reduce tantrums or meltdowns
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Explore toys and play with others
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Process sensations from the world around them
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Use utensils, scissors, paintbrushes, buttons, zippers, pencils, markers, and other common tools
Gross Motor Movements • Balance • Strength • Coordination • Neurological Conditions • Torticollis
Physical Therapy (PT)
Helping Children Move with Confidence
Play is the best way for children to develop new skills, so we make exercises fun! Our pediatric PTs focus on helping your child feel confident in their body and participate in all the activities that make up their daily life. Physical therapy will help your child:
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Roll, sit up, crawl, walk, run, and jump
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Improve balance and coordination
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Reduce muscle tightness or tension
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Prevent plagiocephaly
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Successfully navigate and explore their environment
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Use adaptive equipment ​
Chewing • Swallowing • Picky Eating • Oral Motor Skills • Sensory Challenges • Self-Feeding • Tube Weaning
Feeding Therapy
Creating Successful & Enjoyable Mealtimes
Are you worried about your child's ability to chew, swallow, or eat a variety of nutritious foods? We can help! Our feeding therapists use playful and individualized methods to help your child:
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Safely chew, drink, and swallow
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Self-feed or use a spoon and fork
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Eat a greater variety of foods
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Explore different textures, tastes, and temperatures
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Reduce coughing, choking, gagging, or vomiting
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Wean from a G-tube or NG-tube
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At Pediatric Learning Center, our speech and occupational therapists work together to address pediatric feeding challenges. Our goal is to help your child feel safe, confident, and successful at mealtimes, while improving their nutrition, growth, and health.
Supporting Your Child's Early Development
Early Intervention
Are you concerned about your child's development? You're in the right place.​
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At the Pediatric Learning Center, our team of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapists, along with our early intervention specialists, is here to help your child reach important milestones. ​
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Our team works closely with families to understand each child's unique strengths and needs, so we can provide individualized care that helps your child reach their goals.
Our team values collaboration and communication, and works closely with families to ensure they feel informed and supported.
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As a nonprofit, we shape our programs around what Memphis families need. We also partner with local organizations to create more opportunities for children and families.
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