I was sadly unimpressed by Oak Bloom OT. We took my 3yo for an based on a recommendation from…read more school and were able to get an appt the next week with a very new OT (less than a year in practice). She was friendly but when we arrived she immediately said, bye to me and asked me to wait outside. I felt this was very strange and since being at a new OT center, have learned it is not typical to separate a young child (3yo) from their caregiver right from the start. However, I stayed outside and felt my son was safe there. When we met to discuss her findings the meeting was just a disaster. She had nothing prepared, she just read from her clinical notes (which we had already seen), didn't go over the sensory profile results, couldn't give a straight answer on anything we asked, and we ended up having to lead the meeting and set next steps. We changed OTs that afternoon. I understand being new in the health care field, as I have been there myself. But with proper oversight these kind of meetings that completely destroy any trust or confidence that was built can be avoided. A few more practical items: - parking is on the street which is fairly easy in the mornings - the stairwell to get up to the office is very narrow and dark, and my son immediately was like, uh no. - they won't provide any ICD coding (even functional) so you can't submit for insurance reimbursement. Overall it was a waste of money for us, unfortunately. I'm very glad other parents have had so much better experiences for their little ones!

Lee-Anne and are her team are AMAZING! We have been seeing her for OT for our 5 year old for over a…read moreyear and it has helped so much with her emotional regulation and sensory processing issues and overall emotional health. Lee-Anne is warm and understanding and truly loves what she does. If you're struggling with your kid and aren't sure what next steps could be, chat with Lee-Anne and see if OT is a good fit!

My mom is getting a therapy at VIBRANT CARE Rehabilitation in Downtown Oakland for her neck pain…read more Her physical therapist Peng is fantastic! Peng is very patient, friendly, knowledgeable! Thank you so much!!!

This place was a disappointing experience as an active athletic older adult. The evaluation felt…read moreminimal, and most sessions involved basic exercises with little supervision from a physical therapist. Much of the guidance came from front desk staff rather than licensed PTs. They literally made me go up and down the stairs and called it a day. Waste of my time. After two visits, I found YouTube rehab videos more helpful than this clinic. If you want hands-on, individualized care, I'd recommend looking elsewhere.

They did a great job taking care of my mom. She loved the nurses and CNAs, and I greatly…read moreappreciated Case Manager Denise Sands helping me navigate the MediCare bureaucracy. Thank you all!

Hello my dad who has dementia and Parkinson's was there for about 2 and a half month after a…read morehospital stay. A lot of the staff were really nice and helpful. Especially nurse Alan, nurse Gina and CNA Karen and a few others who were also caring and patient with my dad. Considering his condition. I went pretty much everyday to make sure my dad ate because otherwise he wouldn't. Most of the time the CNA's wouldn't even bother to feed him. He lost a lot of weight while there. Found him on the floor twice once he was soiled and no one in sight. They were always telling me he was refusing to eat and take meds. Went home with quite a few bed sores. He doesn't get them at home. What does that tell you. There was a front desk African American lady who was super rude and unprofessional . She was lazy and every time I called she'd lie and say " oh he's fine he ate 25% and when I went later it was a whole different amount. (Because believe me I checked with the nurse) always on her phone playing games or on social media. Didn't care about the patients at all. She was mainly there on weekends. Anyhow as for those few nurses and CNA's who did take care of him well otherwise. Don't think this place is good for people with dementia because they're mainly left in room all day and they just sleep. They give them there meds when they can I guess and they get fed if they're lucky and get one of the caring nurses or CNA. Glad he's home now and do t have to worry about him not being properly cared for.

Kelli Parnall has worked with our daughter, Scarlett, from the time she was just 9 months old…read more Scarlett's seven now, and come a tremendous way because of Kelli's work. Kelli's new business: "OT Kidsense" isn't really a new business at all. She's been helping kids for years. Kelli is a gold star OT, rivaled by no one in the field that I've ever met. So many OTs use a rather narrow range of techniques to address a specific identified issue. For Scarlett, global delays in her fine motor abilities, sensory issues and many other issues made for several moving targets. No amount of narrow goal setting was ever going to address all of Scarlett's needs. Scarlett needed a rounded, whole-human approach to therapy, and that is exactly what Kelli provides. Any concerned parent looking at sensory or fine motor issues with their child in the area should take a look a Kelli's new business. Our daughter would not be the same without her.

We've been working with Kelli from Kidsense, and while our child enjoys the sessions, we expected…read moremore from the therapeutic process and a stronger, more collaborative relationship between the therapist and caregivers. The positives- Kelli is immediately available for afternoon appointments - something that is very rare in pediatric occupational therapy in the Bay Area without a long wait. Our child really enjoys the sessions and loves the gym space. What needed improvement- Communication - Kelli was responsive during onboarding, but communication became inconsistent and at times difficult. Kelli has strict and shifting guidelines about how and when she prefers to be contacted, whether by text or email, and even which days she prefers messages. These evolving expectations have been difficult to navigate and at times felt unnecessarily rigid. Measurable Progress - The therapy felt very general, without clear goals or a structured plan. Kelli discouraged a formal assessment, and her initial screening didn't lead to a defined treatment path. We were hoping for more targeted support and a stronger sense of progress. She also seems to sometimes have trouble recalling past session activities, which raises concerns about tracking and continuity.

I can't recommend Nobuko Sugimoto--or the remarkable modality of Fascial Counterstrain--highly…read moreenough. Nobuko is incredibly grounded, caring, knowledgeable, and deeply attuned to the body. I feel completely comfortable and at ease with her. She cares deeply about helping people, is highly skilled at what she does, and is always studying and learning. I love the genuine curiosity and enthusiasm she brings to Counterstrain. I first discovered Counterstrain when I lived in Washington State, where it is practiced more widely. As someone with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome who has lived with significant back and body pain, I have found it extraordinarily effective. It is a modality that seems almost magical in its ability to be effective where other modalities fail, and incredibly gentle. For me, it has been especially powerful in conjunction with good chiropractic care. I really do want to shout it from the rooftops: try Counterstrain, people! It is so effective and far too few people are experiencing its benefits, especially here in the Bay Area. And I feel so fortunate to have found Nobuko. She is a gem and I can't recommend her--or this work--more highly.

Nobuko has been very helpful in giving me relief from my sciatica and lower back issues I've…read moreexperienced for the last few years. Other doctors would only offer injections or drugs to address my pain. With Counterstrain technique Nobuko addresses the source of pain and has given me hope in becoming more physically fit and pain free. I highly recommend Nobuko for her compassion, effective manner and Counterstrain expertise. Thank you Nobuko!

Debbie did an excellent job with our son, helping him learn to write beautifully. He looked forward…read moreto each session and made progress very quickly. She has a way of making learning fun. Highly recommend working with Debbie.

Debbie was a wonderful OT to our little one ! Although we…read moreonly had a short amount of time with her(due to my son turning 3 and transitioning to preschool program) she helped him achieve a lot of his goals We continue at home with everything we learned from her and all the information she gave us to help our child succeed

At last I am sitting down to write this long overdue review for Bettina. We have been working with…read moreBettina since my daughter has been 22 months old, and she is now 4.5 years old. From our very first interaction and assessment, to our now sessions that have gone virtual, Bettina continues to impress me with her vast knowledge and creative techniques which has translated to immense improvements for our daughter. Bettina also provides a holistic perspective and keeps in mind my daughter's other occupational and physical therapeutic needs, as well as her speech/language goals. Even in this chaotic time of COVID, Bettina has gone the extra mile to make her sessions with my daughter fun and engaging. As an example, she keeps my 4 year old child 100% engaged in virtual sessions for 45 mins straight. Those of you with children (with or without IEPs) understand that this is a near impossible task that Bettina manages to handle with ease....but the truth is that Bettina spends a lot of time thinking of creative ways to keep her engaged! Additionally, our family has always felt incredibly supported by Bettina as we navigate the IEP system. She has taken the time to train my nanny as well as provide exercises for us to do at home. Finally, my daughter absolutely ADORES Bettina and looks forward to 'play' time with her each and every week. If that isn't the greatest endorsement, I don't know what is! Thank you so much Bettina!!

Dr. Bettina Larroude worked with my toddler age son every week for more than one year. She was…read moreprofessional, patient, detail oriented, incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and my son was excited to get to see her every week. Bettina used multiple techniques (including play based therapy) to help my son with total communication in English, Spanish and American Sign Language. Her office and work/play room is very inviting and is well equipped with many toys, games and books for all ages to make the therapeutic learning fun and engaging. Highly recommended!

Quality of care and attention to detail really make this a personal and caring environment by…read moreEmily. This made a difference in losing water weight to a more healthy level.

After undergoing a difficult lipedema surgery, I was left struggling with post-surgical anemia,…read morefatigue, and discomfort. I truly felt like I was at my lowest--until I began treatment with Emily for Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). Emily is not just an MLD therapist--she's a healer in every sense of the word. Her hands work magic, and her intuitive, deeply knowledgeable care has truly brought me back to life. She approaches her clients with such compassion and attentiveness, always going the extra mile to ensure I felt supported, comfortable, and empowered during my healing process. Thanks to Emily, I've turned a corner in my recovery that I didn't think was possible so soon. If you're looking for someone who is both highly skilled and deeply nurturing, Emily is the one. I honestly don't know where I'd be without her.

Birthday party. Excellent experience. Toddlers and TK. Will go again. Good to have in the community.read more

Space to Grow Therapy now has an on-site facility, filled with lots of fun for your kids providing…read morecolorful sensory gyms and playrooms! There are slides, swings, rock climbing walls, and plenty of toys to keep your kids busy. The site has plenty of parking out front. In addition to free play, they offer occupational and speech therapy services, on-site and in home. The therapists have extensive experience, and are passionate in what they do and ensuring they are providing a quality experience. I would highly recommend this business if your child needs any services, or a fun place to play!

Supreet has been a dream to work with and she's literally been a gift to our family. Supreet…read moreapproached our sessions thoughtfully and our daughter always enjoyed the exercises. It didn't feel like work to her because Supreet made it fun. Our daughter was able to catch-up to where she needed to be and we saw the impact her sessions had on her ability to excel in other areas at school (e.g. reading, etc.). Even though we had an IEP and our daughter attended group sessions through our school, we stayed with Supreet because we saw the value and progress driven by 1-1 attention. Our daughter recently graduated and she still misses Supreet! Don't hesitate to work with her!

We loved working with Supreet! Our 7 year old needed some help with his Rs and Ls. Supreet made it…read morefun with lots of games, and her kindness and enthusiasm helped it feel like play. Happy to report a successful outcome and heartily recommend.