My four-year-old Leo B. is an extremely picky eater, and when I asked his pediatrician for advice,…read moreshe suggested he see an occupational therapist. As it turns out, there aren't a ton of occupational therapists in Los Angeles who deal with picky eating. SPOT For Kids was the only place in our network that even purported to offer feeding therapy, and after a few months of driving to and from Westwood at annoying afternoon hours, I'm not entirely convinced of their expertise in this area. SPOT For Kids does seem to provide other kinds of occupational therapy, and they are well equipped with toys and play equipment to keep children engaged. Everyone we dealt with was very nice and very good with kids. I had a couple problems with the office. Our appointments got moved around a lot, despite a standing weekly time slot that I'd communicated to my son's school. We also had to bring a short list of food items to each appointment, and I never got that list before the day of, when I'd have to make a special trip to the store in addition to the drive to Westwood. It should've been easy enough to communicate that list in advance, when I might have incorporated it into our weekly shopping. Leo, though, always enjoyed his visits. He spent most of them playing and easing in, but he did develop a nice rapport with his therapist. She was great with him, and did a good job explaining the basics of feeding therapy to both me and my son. Mostly, this involved a couple of infographic charts about the steps to feeding, nothing I hadn't seen before. She worked with Leo by getting him to talk about and touch and engage with various foods, if with limited success. To be fair, she warned me that feeding therapy is slow and frustrating. But after months with no new foods, I decided to try something else. I signed up for an online course with a pediatric dietitian who specializes in picky eating (Jenny Friedman, if you're interested), and while this wasn't magic either, it was obvious that she had a deep familiarity with picky eating that the folks at SPOT just didn't possess. I think Leo was their only feeding therapy client while we were there, and while they were happy to keep going, I don't know that they added anything to the feeble attempts we were already making at home. This might not be their fault, of course. Leo spent like 45 minutes a week in OT, and we weren't doing everything right the rest of the time. It's quite possible that no amount of expertise can make a cheese and pasta child eat meat and vegetables before he's ready. All I know is SPOT For Kids was not our answer.

My daughter came in only saying three words and was diagnosed with a delay at the age of 1.5. We…read morehad been to a few clinics around LA and had terrible experiences - but SPOT saved the day!! The space and people are warm, comfortable, and my daughter's therapist - Citlalli - is INCREDIBLE. In just a month my baby is saying three words phrases and so many more words. We're so grateful we found this incredible clinic.

We've been coming to this clinic for over 3 years, and for the past year we've had the privilege of…read moreworking with Miss Katie and Miss Tawny. They've made such a positive impact on both of my sons and our whole family. Miss Katie (our OT and the clinic manager) is not only caring and patient but also extremely knowledgeable and professional. One of my sons has high sensitivity to smells and used to vomit a lot. After working with Miss Katie for just half a year, his vomiting has improved significantly--the frequency is much lower because he's learned strategies to avoid situations that trigger him. Katie always goes above and beyond to support each of my boys' unique needs, whether it's fine motor skills or sensory exploration. She communicates clearly, provides us with helpful home strategies, and even brings snacks sometimes to make the boys feel comfortable. My kids have grown so much under her care, and they absolutely adore her. Miss Tawny (clinic supervisor) is also the best. She keeps everything running smoothly--always on top of paperwork, scheduling, and last-minute changes. She goes out of her way to accommodate us, which is such a relief since I'm juggling OT and speech for two kids. She makes the logistics stress-free so I can focus on the boys' progress. Together, Miss Katie and Miss Tawny make the clinic feel like family. My boys are always excited to go, which makes therapy not only effective but also fun. We feel incredibly lucky to have them for our OT journey!

I've recently been sending my child to LAIPT. Upon registering, I initially called to set up a…read moretour. The person handling the phones was very incompetent. Her name was Adhi and she didn't know how to answer any of my questions. I spent a lot of time on the phone with her and she intentionally hung up on me since she was unsure as to how to respond to any of my concerns and I had asked to speak to her supervisor. I called back and she lied about having spoken to me (just a minute prior) and picked up the phone the same way she initially did saying "I'm calling from LAIPT how can I help you?" When I was the one calling her! I also contacted her on the day that I had parted with my child and needed some peace of mind knowing that she's doing ok and spent at least 5 minutes trying to explain the reason for my call only to find out that she worked in the "back office" and that there was no patient there by my child's first and last name!!! As a parent, I needed someone who was actually AT the facility and couldn't wait another GD knows how long for a coordinator to finish a session and call or text me back. It was an urgent matter and wasn't handled properly or professionally. I was more stressed, anxious and frustrated upon speaking with Adhi. She had ZERO clue of my child's whereabouts and emotional state and was of NO help. She barely spoke proper English and I had to spell out things in order for her to comprehend what I was saying! Thank GD for Katie and all of her help. Katie took the situation and handled it in a timely manner. She was very apologetic for Adhi's behavior and took matters into her own hands by giving me the peace of mind that was needed as a parent leaving my child there alone for the first time. Adhi seemed lost and should not be working anywhere that handles matters with children involved! I hope the company finds someone IN OFFICE who is knowledgeable and knows the patients and parents who will better manage the front desk.

Our son has been working with Courtney for a little over a year and has shown tremendous progress…read morein the development of his gross and fine motor skills, sensory, strength, and attention. She is easy to talk to and regularly communicates ideas to practice at home as well. During each session, Courtney creates fun, engaging stories/themes with activities and projects -- all working toward accomplishing his variety of goals. Her gym is full of games and crafts, as well as a trampoline, rock wall, trapeze, slide, swings, crash pillows, and balance beams. Courtney is adept at creating a connection with children and making them feel comfortable and confident. She is able to get our son to follow the tasks and group plan through her positive, yet firm approach. Visiting "Courtney's Gym" is a favorite part of our son's week.

My 5 year old son LOVES going to Kinder Clinic and working with Courtney. Kinder Clinic is a very…read morepersonal experience, where Courtney works with my son 1 on 1 with a customized plan set specifically for his needs and developmental growth. Every session, Courtney sets up her gym (various swings, puzzles, balls, tunnels, climbing mechanisms, toys , fine motor table time, etc) in different and unique ways to engage him so it's always fun and exciting, all the while working on his goals without making him feel like he's actually working. I can't say enough how much he enjoys his time there and I'm sure would like to go a whole lot more if our schedule allowed it!! Additionally, Courtney is very collaborative and always willing to work with our ABA and School OT teams to achieve common goals.

We have had such a great experience at Child Success for occupational therapy. Our son has been…read morecoming for about a year and we already see tremendous improvement that has given both him and us (his parents) so much confidence. Melissa specifically has been incredible. She is patient, always willing to talk to us, and even communicates with his teachers at school to ensure our son is always getting the care and support he needs. She's also extremely knowledgeable, and is able to explain the roadmap for what she is working on not only now, but in the future, and how it will help our son overcome the challenges he came in with. We are so grateful we found Child Success!

We decided to do the Kinder Prep Camp after having done the Friendship Club, and were very…read moredisappointed with the lack of compassion and accommodation for our anxious 5-year-old compared to all the other regular camps we did this summer. We received a call within an hour of him being at the camp that he was stressed and overstimulated and didn't want to participate, so he was going to need extra support to stay. This was shocking to me considering how little time he had been there, that the point of it was to help kids adjust to kindergarten, and that their ratio was 2 adults to 7 kids. They told me that he consistently improved over the course of the first day and further improved on the second day, but that it would be too costly to keep another adult there to help him. It was sad for us because he left on a high note, telling me that he'd made a friend and that he had done a better job staying in the group. He clearly felt like a success and I wish he'd been given the opportunity to continue improving, but I didn't want him to stay at a camp where the facilitators believed that he was too much for them. He successfully did a year of TK last year and several other camps this summer, some with a ratio of 1 adult to 16 kids. CSC was polite to me and pro-rated me the other days, but it was upsetting because I assumed the most expensive camp I signed up for this summer (held at a therapy location) would be the greatest success, not the one camp that had to call me about an issue. This camp may work out for kids who are already very familiar with their gym environment and don't really need that much help when they feel anxious, but if you're looking for something that will help your child if they struggle in a new environment, this does not seem like the best choice. Some camps that worked well for us this summer were Pedalheads, Compass Clinic's Friendship Island Camp, Campbell Hall's Creative Arts Camp, and Destination Science.

My four year-old daughter has been working with Kristin the last 6 months. They had great rapport…read morefrom the start. Kristin is playful and creative in getting her attention and trust. We just finished with Ts and are now working on Ss. Kristin always takes time to explain what they're working on, and she gives us worksheets and things to practice at home. She has a comfy waiting room. My daughter has needed Speech for the last two years and we have gone through quite a few therapists. We are so glad we found Kristin!

As a teacher I have interacted with a ton of speech experts. Kristin is the perfect combination of…read moresmart, kind creative, empathetic and steady. Many speech pathologist have a one size fits all system. Kristin's experience and knowledge permit her to develop an individualized solution for you child. She is exceptional at working with complex learning challenges. When you meet her you will see that this is more than her job it's her calling. At most large practices you work with newbies and interns. Here you have a real pro 100% of the time. She truly cares about her clients!

Maggie is a true gem! So friendly and knowledgeable, and my son warmed up to her immediately! I've…read morenever seen him so willing to work with an instructor. She is so kind and enthusiastic. My son worked with her from first grade until halfway through second grade, working on his R and S sounds, as well as general language expression. The materials she used with him were age-appropriate and really fun for him! She provided practice assignments for us to work on during the week and my son made steady progress. We are also so grateful Maggie was able to work with him online during the pandemic. He really loved playing online games and it was effective to improve his speech. Working on zoom with a large number of students is difficult, but one on one it was a different story, and actually really convenient as we could do his sessions anywhere.

What an angel ! My 6 year old had serious trouble with his Rs and Ls, and his school suggested we…read morelook into speech therapy. It took a while to find someone my son was comfortable with and we are so grateful for this gem! Maggie is professional and very personable, and the only one my son was comfortable with. We've been getting therapy sessions from her for almost 2 months now and everyone has noticed what rapid progress he's made! I highly recommend her !!

My daughter has been receiving infant stimulation therapy and she is thriving and doing so well…read more Andrea is amazing and so patient with my daughter. The staff that work in the office are amazing.

I love all the therapists! They are professional and they care about patients. I discontinued my…read moreson's care because of Cynthia the owner. She believes she's Gods gift but what she doesn't realize is that her business is made because of all the other therapies. Glad we switch providers.

My son started speech therapy here in mid-2024 when he was 3 and the progress he's made has been…read moreamazing. Now, a year later at age 4, He's talking more, expressing himself better, and his confidence has grown so much. His therapists, Ms. Kenzie and Ms. Emily, are incredible -- patient, caring, and very skilled. But what truly stands out is that the entire Santa Monica team operates with the same level of kindness, professionalism, and inclusivity. Everyone there is welcoming and supportive from the moment you walk in. They work with children of all abilities and all types of speech disorders, including kids with autism, ASL users, and children who communicate with AAC devices. They are respectful, inclusive, and meet each child right where they are. They also involve the whole family, offering guidance and tools so we can support our son at home. My son feels safe, understood, and excited for his sessions each week. Their flexibility with scheduling -- whether in-person or Zoom -- has been a huge help for our busy family. I truly can't say enough good things about this entire team. They've made such a positive difference in my son's communication and overall confidence. Highly recommend to any parent seeking caring and inclusive speech therapy.

My son was diagnosed with a speech delay around 20 months. Within a year of attending Santa Monica…read moreSpeaks once a week his vocabulary grew exponentially. Around 4 he was almost right where he should be for his age range. We continued our sessions as we wanted to complete other goals with his speech. I'm so grateful to have Mackenzie as my son's speech therapist. Mackenzie's kindness, resourcefulness and enthusiasm are bar none. Which is probably why my son is always so excited to see her. I'll never forget one my son's first sessions with her, he brought along a toy truck. She improvised the session to include the toy truck that he brought, which I thought was above and beyond. Highly recommend!