Alison has truly changed my son's life for the better. When he first started, he struggled with…read moreconfidence and communication, but through her patient guidance and incredible skill, he has blossomed into a confident little speaker who loves to express himself. Her kindness, patience, and deep knowledge shine through in every session. She always meets my son where he's at, encourages him with warmth, and celebrates every bit of progress with genuine joy. It's clear she truly cares about her students and their families. We are endlessly grateful for all she has done -- she didn't just help improve his speech, she helped him find his voice. Sincerely, Maxine Banks

The positive attitude and reassuring patience of Miss Kayla has worked wonders for my 3 year old…read morewho has high energy and is easily distracted. My kid always looks forward to OT and I have also learned so much from watching Miss Kayla work her magic. I'm glad we found Kids in Motion!

Last summer my fiancé and I were really struggling with my 8 year old son sleeping habits. My…read morefiancé had moved in with us back in March and my son was finding this hard to accept that he wouldn't be able to sleep with me anymore (he sometimes/often slept in my bed). I was recommended Mariko through a friend and she has been nothing but unbelievably helpful. We started with an at length phone conversation discussing my entire situation. Mariko was full of ideas and suggestions. I put these ideas into place immediately and they worked! The follow up of emails and text messages from Mariko were priceless and so comforting, it was great knowing someone was in my corner rooting me on. I couldn't recommend her more!

We are so very grateful for Mariko and all that she did for our family. My son had a sleep…read moreregression at around 2 and a half and we hit a breaking point because this was also around the same time we had a second baby. Not only did we feel validated and heard by Mariko, she saved us in terms of helping our son sleep through the night again. Mariko was so knowledgeable and helpful. She checked in with us for weeks and answered all our questions with care. Thank you Mariko.

You can't schedule an appointment. They don't answer their phones. It gets discouraging especially…read moreif you're in pain and need the services you're referred for from your doctor. I'd suggest another facility that will answer their phones and have more flexible hours.

No one every answers the phone and their voice mailbox is always full. You can't leave a message…read morefor a call back. I was going to use them but now I'm going somewhere else.

I couldn't recommend Speech Sisters more. My son seemed to have difficulty annunciating certain…read moresounds. We thought he would simply grow out of it, but as he got older we realized he needed help. We contacted Speech Sisters and they put our mind at ease right away. They were very sensitive to how our son would feel about the therapy and understood it could cause anxiety. However, from the first day his Therapist, Anna, started, our son embraced it all. He actually looked forward to the sessions and grew confidence as he progressed. If you have concerns about your child's speech development in the Southbay, Speech Sisters is a great place to help.

Margie and the Speech Sisters are amazing! They've been helping my son with his lisp, and after…read morejust two sessions, we've seen a remarkable improvement! They're incredibly professional and make the sessions enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend them if your child is facing speech challenges--you won't regret it. Not only do they talk the talk...they walk the walk!

My high school son has been working with Chloe since Jan. 2018, dealing primarily with language and…read moreexecutive functioning skills. She has been a critical component to my son's academic progress and self-confidence. Her knowledge and experience has also helped us to finesse IEP goals to better suit his challenges. Although she has relocated, we have been able to continue sessions through Skype that are still equally effective. I can tell Chloe really cares about my son and goes the extra mile to best serve his needs. Expertise and compassion make Chloe an incredible asset to my son's team. I highly recommend her!

Words cannot express how grateful I am to Chloe and Molly. I initially met Chloe because she was in…read morecharge of conducting an Independent Evaluation for my son via LBUSD. Chloe was always responsive and really pushed for the evaluation to be reviewed in its entirety. During my son's IEP meeting, Chloe stood-up for my son in a way that brought tears to my eyes. It is rare to find people who are as dedicated to their profession, but that also genuinely care about the population that they serve. Because of her dedication and support during the IEP process, I decided to have my son attend speech therapy with Language and Literacy Group--even though we live far away, and our insurance does not cover these services. In the 3.5 months that my son has been attending therapy with Chloe and Molly, he has made noticeable progress in the way he expresses himself and his desire to communicate more with peers and his family. I will forever be grateful for their support and for being a part of my son's development and growth.

I have not found a place like PlaySense. All of the therapists are child centered and paying…read moreattention to the information the child is showing us. They have a fun and expansive sensory room that the child can stay in the entire session if needed, and lots of well designed fine motor activities that are educational and therapeutic. Their training is one of a kind and gets to the root of issues rather than setting unrealistic expectations of children's behaviors. Can not recommend enough! Very smart involved capable staff and welcoming fun environment.

A Hidden Gem of a Preschool…read more My little one spent three wonderful years at Southwood, and I truly could not be more pleased. As an educator myself, I was looking for a preschool that prioritized social interaction and the arts--and Southwood has been an affordable jackpot. The administration consists of the owner and three extremely hard-working directors. They've worked together for many years and run the school like a well-oiled machine. From Christmas and Grandparents' Day to Mother's Day, Father's Day, Halloween costume parades, and even a sweet "Graduation" ceremony, they go all out planning thoughtful, memorable events for the children and their families. Students regularly sing for their families and are treated to special experiences like puppet shows. The teachers are incredibly caring and knowledgeable about early childhood development. They consistently model how to identify feelings and guide children through managing their emotions in healthy, age-appropriate ways. Lesson plans are posted every Monday outside the classroom, and I now have two large boxes filled with my child's artwork--each piece reflecting classroom themes like colors, ecosystems, countries around the world, and famous artists. For an additional cost, children can join high-quality enrichment classes like dance, gymnastics, music, computers, and karate. We did most of them (except karate) and enjoyed every one. As my child heads off to TK, she can write every letter of the alphabet, her full name, match letters to their sounds, and is beginning to sound out words during our bedtime reading. She loves school, the friends she's made, and the teachers who have supported her every step of the way. I will deeply miss this sweet little preschool. Southwood has been a loving, supportive village, and it has laid a phenomenal foundation for my daughter's love of learning.

Southwood was the best decision we could have made for our son. It taught him structure,…read moreindependence, and how to share/play well with others. They do a great job teaching the kids everything they need to know to prepare for Kindergarten. I wasn't nervous at all when he started TK at elementary school knowing that he has the skills to succeed (can already write his name, knows his numbers, letters, sounds). They also do a lot of great artwork that they send home with you every day and put on holiday events where the kids sing and perform. Lots of great memories at this school. Thank you to all the wonderful teachers and staff!

Our 8-year-old son has been attending this Steamoji location regularly for nearly two months, and…read morehe loves it. We signed up for an annual membership but initially worried he might lose interest after a few sessions. Instead, the engaging program and wonderful staff continue to hold his attention and keep him excited to return. The drop-in sessions have been an unexpected highlight, giving him the freedom to build on what he has learned. After starting with a simple shape using a 3D pen, he progressed to creating a robot, a standing bird, and even a functional bracelet. It has been rewarding to watch his skills, pride, and confidence grow. Short videos shared through the Steamoji app also keep us connected to his progress. We also hosted his birthday party here, and the staff went above and beyond to make it memorable. The children completed a STEAM project, played games, and had a fantastic time. Outside food and drinks were allowed, making the experience flexible and easy for parents. Steamoji has become a valued part of our son's routine. This new family-run business combines a proven program with caring staff, and we look forward to growing with them.

We absolutely love Steamoji--especially Ms. Katie! My daughter joined the Spring Break Marble Run…read moreMadness camp with Ms. Katie and had such an amazing time. She couldn't get enough of it and kept talking about her projects even after camp ended. Ms. Katie is wonderful with the kids--so patient, engaging, and encouraging. The program is very hands-on and creative, with activities like building, problem-solving, and even 3D printing, which makes learning really fun. We loved it so much that we're planning to sign Roslyn up for weekly classes with Ms. Katie. Highly recommend Steamoji to any parent looking for a fun and enriching STEM program!