We help children develop the skills they need to enjoy mealtimes with confidence and comfort. Our feeding therapists create individualized, play-based treatment plans that honor each child’s sensory, motor, and emotional needs—supporting joyful exploration, safe eating, and positive family connection around food.
Feeding Therapy
pediatric
We start by helping your child feel safe exploring food through play, curiosity, and gradual exposure—without pressure or stress.
Building Comfort & Safety Around Food
Our therapists assess and support the muscles and coordination needed for effective chewing, swallowing, and self-feeding.
Developing Oral Motor Skills
Thoughtful and helpful strategies tailored to your individual needs.
Supporting Families at Home
If your child avoids certain foods, gags on textures, takes a long time to eat, or shows distress during mealtime, feeding therapy may be helpful. Our therapists specialize in understanding the why behind feeding challenges—whether it’s sensory, behavioral, motor-based, or a combination—and work to make mealtimes positive and productive again.
Is Feeding Therapy Right for Your Child?
We work closely with parents to transfer progress from the clinic to home, offering realistic strategies for a smoother, more enjoyable mealtime experience.
Each session blends sensory exploration, oral motor development, and family education—helping your child build comfort and confidence at their own pace.
We begin with a detailed assessment of your child’s feeding history, oral motor skills, and sensory responses. Together, we identify goals that support your family’s needs and mealtime values.
HOW Feeding Therapy WORKS
Evaluation & Goal Setting
Personalized Treatment
Family collaboration
What We specialize In
- Expanding Food Variety
- Sensory-Based Feeding Difficulties
- Oral Motor Strength & Chewing Skills
- Sensory Processing & Texture Sensitivities
- Mealtime Structure & Routine
- Picky Eating & Food Selectivity
- Parent & Caregiver Coaching
- ARFID
Support Healthy Growth & Independence: Therapy promotes safe, enjoyable eating habits that last—nourishing both body and family connection.
Expand Food Variety & Comfort: Children build positive associations with eating through gentle, play-based exploration.
Reduce Mealtime Stress: We help families replace frustration with calm, connection, and confidence.
How Your Child will Benefit
the benefits of Feeding Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child needs feeding therapy?
If mealtimes feel stressful—whether it’s extreme pickiness, difficulty chewing or swallowing, sensory aversions, or anxiety around food—feeding therapy may help. If you’re unsure, that’s okay! We’ll guide you through an evaluation to determine if feeding therapy is the right fit.
What happens during an evaluation?
The evaluation is our chance to get to know your child’s eating habits, challenges, and preferences. We’ll ask about mealtime routines, observe their interactions with food, and assess oral motor skills, sensory responses, and swallowing patterns.
What does a feeding therapy session look like?
Every session is tailored to your child’s specific needs, but it might include:
✔ Sensory exploration (helping kids become more comfortable with different textures)
✔ Oral motor exercises (strengthening muscles for chewing and swallowing)
✔ Positive mealtime strategies (reducing stress and encouraging new foods)
✔ Parent coaching (practical tips to make mealtimes smoother at home)
Most importantly, it’s pressure-free! We create a relaxed, supportive environment where kids feel safe to explore and enjoy food at their own pace.
How often will my child need feeding therapy?
This depends on your child’s needs, and your therapist will make specific recommendations individualized to your child.
Do I need to be in the sessions?
Yes! All caregivers are asked to participate in Feeding Therapy sessions to maximize family success.
How long does therapy last? When will my child be discharged?
Our goal is always progress and independence, not just keeping kids in therapy forever. We’ll talk about discharge from the first session so you have a clear idea of long-term goals. Every child’s timeline is different, but we’ll continuously assess progress and adjust accordingly.
What if I don’t think my child needs feeding therapy?
If you’re feeling skeptical, we get it. Not every child needs therapy, and if we determine that your child is on track, we’ll tell you that. But if there are skills that could help them long-term, we’ll explain why—without pressure, just facts.
Will my insurance cover feeding therapy?
Coverage depends on your plan. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to understand your benefits. If you need help navigating this, our team is happy to assist!
What’s the next step?
Easy! Reach out to us, schedule an evaluation, and let’s create a plan together.
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Please visit our Insurance and Fees page for more details or send us an inquiry through our contact form.
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