Therapies

Comprehensive Care for Every Child

At Little Tesla Pediatric Therapy, we offer a full spectrum of pediatric therapies - all in one place. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to address every aspect of your child’s development through coordinated, family-centered care.

Our programs are designed to be flexible, accessible, and effective - available in-clinic, in-home, or virtually, depending on your family’s needs.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

ABA therapy helps children with autism and developmental delays build essential skills, reduce challenging behaviors, and increase independence.
Our certified BCBAs and trained RBTs use data-driven methods and positive reinforcement to make learning fun and meaningful.

Focus areas:

  • Communication and social skills
  • Self-care and daily routines
  • Play and cooperation
  • School readiness and transitions

Speech & Language Therapy

Our speech-language pathologists (SLPs) help children find their voice - whether they’re working on their first words or mastering complex communication.

We help with:

  • Speech sound production
  • Language comprehension and expression
  • Nonverbal and augmentative communication (AAC)
  • Feeding and oral-motor coordination

Occupational Therapy (OT)

Occupational therapy supports children in building independence and confidence in daily life. Using play-based, sensory-informed techniques, our OTs help children participate fully at home, in school, and in the community.

We focus on:

  • Sensory processing and regulation
  • Fine motor and handwriting skills
  • Self-care and adaptive behaviors
  • Attention, focus, and organization

Physical Therapy (PT)

Our pediatric physical therapists work to improve mobility, strength, balance, and coordination through engaging, active sessions.

We help children with:

  • Developmental motor delays
  • Balance and coordination issues
  • Posture and gait training
  • Sports and injury recovery

Feeding Therapy

Feeding therapy addresses both sensory and physical challenges that affect a child’s ability to eat safely and enjoy mealtime. Our feeding specialists use a gentle, child-led approach to build trust and confidence with food.

Common concerns we treat:

  • Picky eating or food refusal
  • Oral-motor and swallowing issues
  • Feeding-related anxiety
  • Transitioning from tube or bottle to solids

INPP Reflex Integration

The INPP (Institute for Neuro-Physiological Psychology) program helps integrate primitive reflexes that can affect learning, focus, and motor development. This specialized approach enhances school readiness and overall coordination.

Ideal for children who show:

  • Learning or reading difficulties
  • Poor balance or coordination
  • Difficulty sitting still or concentrating

FloorTime Therapy DIR®

FloorTime therapy is a developmental, play-based approach that supports social, emotional, and communication development through child-led interaction. Therapists follow the child’s interests to build engagement, regulation, and meaningful connection in a natural play environment.

For children who have:

  • Challenges with social interaction or emotional regulation
  • Limited communication or shared attention
  • Difficulty engaging in reciprocal play
  • Developmental delays impacting relationships and learning

ADL Home Clinic

The ADL Home Clinic helps children build independence and confidence through real-life, hands-on experiences. In carefully designed, home- and community-like environments, children practice everyday routines that support functional skills, emotional regulation, and participation in daily life.

Ideal for children who need support with:

  • Daily living skills such as cooking, dressing, and hygiene
  • Sensory sensitivities in real-world environments
  • Anxiety related to medical, grooming, or public settings
  • Independence, social interaction, and life readiness

    Group Therapy

    Our group sessions provide opportunities for children to practice communication, cooperation, and emotional regulation in a supportive peer environment.

    Programs include:

    • Social skills groups for children with ASD
    • Kindergarten readiness programs
    • Emotional regulation and teamwork games

    Virtual Therapy

    For families who prefer or need remote support, our HIPAA-compliant teletherapy platform brings therapy right to your home.
    Virtual sessions are effective for speech, parent coaching, and follow-up care - ensuring consistency wherever you are.

    Benefits:

    • Flexible scheduling
    • Accessible from any location
    • Engaging, interactive activities

    Little Tesla Clubs

    Little Tesla Clubs are therapist-led small group programs designed to help children
    develop important life skills in a fun, structured, and supportive environment.
    Each club focuses on key developmental areas such as social interaction, motor
    coordination, executive functioning, and feeding skills, while encouraging confidence,
    independence, and peer connection.
    Ideal for children who benefit from:Flexible scheduling

    • Practicing social interaction and communication with peers
    • Developing coordination and motor skills
    • Strengthening executive functioning and problem-solving abilities
    • Strengthening executive functioning and problem-solving abilities

    Parent Training Program

    The Parent Training Program at Little Tesla Pediatric Therapy helps parents learn
    practical, evidence-based strategies to support their child’s development, behavior,
    and communication at home.
    Parents gain tools used in behavioral therapy to better understand their child’s
    needs, manage challenging behaviors, and build positive daily routines.
    Ideal for parents who want to:

    • Encourage positive behaviors
    • Reduce challenging behaviors
    • Improve communication and cooperation
    • Create effective daily routines

    How Our Programs Work Together

    Our multidisciplinary team collaborates across all therapies to ensure every child’s goals are aligned and progress is measurable. Regular team meetings, data tracking, and parent updates keep everyone connected and informed.

    “We love that all our child’s therapists talk to each other. It feels like one big team working toward the same goal.” - Parent, Orlando

    Start Therapy Without the Wait

    Whether you’re seeking one service or a combination of therapies, we’ll help you start right away.