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  • 2730 Isabella Blvd., #10
    Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

  • (904) 372-4070

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A multidisciplinary pediatric clinic dedicated to providing the best play-based speech, occupational and physical therapy in Jacksonville since 1996.

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“My baby just doesn’t like tummy time.” - Th “My baby just doesn’t like tummy time.” - This is something we hear from parents very often, especially when the little one is 3 months and younger. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Spending time in prone (on their tummy) should be started as soon as they are born to help your baby develop head control, core strength, and back strength that they will need as they grow and begin to be able to hold themselves up! ⁠👍⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Tummy time is often hard for the little ones 3 months and younger because their body weight is shifted forwards towards their chest/face, so it makes it harder for them to lift their heads up and play.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ What are some ways we can make tummy time more fun for them?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Try propping your baby up on an inclined surface (rolled-up towels, a boppy pillow, etc) - this helps shift their weight posteriorly and lets them practice lifting their head a little higher, or freeing an arm to play with a toy.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Get on the ground with your baby - face them while you are on your tummy too so they can see your face and play!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🌟If your little one is really having a hard time with tummy time, give our office a call to schedule an evaluation with a physical therapist!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #development #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #physicaltherapy #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment #tummytime⁠⁠ #physicaltherapist #torticollis #plagiocephaly
Say hello to Kelsey! She is one of our new speech- Say hello to Kelsey! She is one of our new speech-language pathologists, and we are happy to have her on our team! ⁠ ⁠ Learn more about Kelsey. 👇⁠ ⁠ Having worked in a variety of settings, Kelsey discovered a passion for the pediatric population. She has a variety of experience working with children who have articulation, phonological, fluency, voice, and/or receptive/expressive language disorders. Kelsey strives to meet kids where they are and to help them achieve their greatest communication potential in a fun and engaging environment. ⁠ ⁠ Kelsey enjoys spending her free time outdoors soaking up the Florida sun! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Book a consult with us today!⁠ ⁠ 📞 904-372-4070⁠ 📧 info@coastaltherapy.net⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠#toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #speechtherapy #speechtherapist ⁠#developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms ⁠#jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment #slpeeps⁠ #speechpathology
Did you know that using coins during play can prom Did you know that using coins during play can promote a variety of skills? If you have a jar of loose coins, try this out at home! ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Check out these skills!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🐖Placing coins into a piggy bank or slot container increases fine motor dexterity.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 👏🏻Nesting and retrieving coins from the palm to fingers improves in-hand manipulation.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 👀Visual perceptual skills are promoted when identifying the differences between coins.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🔎Functional life skills are encouraged by counting and identifying coin amounts.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapy #finemotorskills #pediatricot #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment
Someone graduated from speech therapy this week! ⁠🎉⁠ ⁠⁠ Ms. Tara: "What will you do with all your free time now?"⁠⁠ New Graduate: "Play with my cats!"⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Congratulations on all of your hard work!⁠ We are proud of you! 👏🏻⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #development #instakids #kidsactivities #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment #graduation #slpeeps #speechies #speechlanguagepathology #slplife
This week of June is Rare Chromosome Disorder Awar This week of June is Rare Chromosome Disorder Awareness Week, and we'd like to take this opportunity to share an inspiring story about Marissa's family and their journey through Gene Replacement Therapy.⁠ ⁠ Meet Sophia and Ava! Sophia was diagnosed with Lebers Congenital Amaurosis (LCA), a mutation to the RPE65 gene, as well as SPATA5 (Spermatogenesis Associated 5). When Sophia's parents learned of these conditions, they pushed doctors to look more closely at their other daughter Ava, who was having visual abnormalities. Because of Sophia's early diagnosis, they had the knowledge and opportunity for early intervention with Ava.⁠ ⁠ After Marissa's sister and brother-in-law completed genetic testing, it was found that Ava also had Lebers Congenital Amaurosis. Once the shock factor wore off, they were referred to Dr. Drake and Dr. Russel at the University of Iowa and found that Ava was a perfect match for gene replacement therapy.⁠ ⁠ After two emotional surgeries, everyone began noticing improvements, and Ava is now able to see clearer and in more detail! Her vision at night has improved and her peripheral vision has changed by leaps and bounds.⁠ ⁠ If there is one thing to be gained from Marissa's family’s story, it is the understanding that there is hope. They now have the opportunity to let Ava experience life not only by touch, sound, smell, and taste but also by giving her the opportunity through sight.⁠ ⁠ If you would like to learn more about her family’s story and stay up to date on Ava and Sophia’s journey you can follow their Facebook Page: “Searching 4 Sight Ava & Sophia’s Journey”!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #rarechromo #rarechromosomedisorder #awareness ⁠ ⁠#community #jacksonvillebeach #jaxbeachmoms #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeach
Our kiddos love to work together! ⁠💛 ⁠ This Our kiddos love to work together! ⁠💛 ⁠ This parachute game is fun and engaging! It also teaches turn-taking, teamwork, and social skills. ⁠ ⁠ This group activity also challenges grading your movement with the right amount of force and involves the proprioceptive sensory system. ⁠ ⁠ We added small, weighted animals and dice to the middle to engage the core and trunk, but you can add anything you have on hand! The goal is to keep the objects from falling off the parachute by working together with friends. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠Let us know if you give it a try! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #preschool #preschooler #kidsactivities #specialneeds #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapist #occupationaltherapy #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #earlylearners #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment
Over the weekend, our team celebrated Coastal's so Over the weekend, our team celebrated Coastal's soon-to-be mother, Dani! We cannot wait for baby Montgomery to come into the world and see Dani's family grow! 👼✨⁠
Looking for a new game to try at home with your ki Looking for a new game to try at home with your kids over the summer? ⁠ ⁠ "Ring Balloon Ball" is a fun and challenging summer game to play at home.⁠ ⁠ Here's how to play!⁠ ⁠ Try to hit the balloon with the thin edge of a ring to keep it from falling through the center. The balloon is unpredictable and changes direction randomly. This adds a challenge!⁠ ⁠ All while playing, your child will be practicing: ⁠ ⁠ 👁️Hand-eye coordination ⁠ 💡 Strategy⁠ 🏄‍♂️Balance⁠ 🕑Timing ⁠ ⁠ See how long you can keep the balloon in the air!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapy #physicaltherapy #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment⁠ ⁠ ⁠
At Coastal, your OT is skilled in addressing the n At Coastal, your OT is skilled in addressing the needs and adaptations required for handwriting. ⁠✍️⁠ ⁠ They can make recommendations regarding seating, posture, adaptive paper, pencil grips, appropriate grasp, and so much more! ⁠ ⁠ Ask your OT about handwriting techniques during your child's next appointment!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #preschool #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapist #occupationaltherapy #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment #pediatricot #handwriting #finemotoskills #playbasedlearning #activitiesforkids
Check this out! Did you know that Mouse Trap 🐭 Check this out! Did you know that Mouse Trap 🐭 is a board game that can help children develop problem-solving and visual perceptual skills?! ⁠ ⁠ This game has step-by-step directions to assemble the mousetrap. Visual perceptual skills are involved as the child will look at the visual instructions to replicate the designs to build the mousetrap. ⁠ ⁠ ⭐️Next time you pull out a board game, have your child use the instructions to help set it up!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #instakids #pediatricot #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment
Scroll through to read common AAC myths. 🔎⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Here are some great ways to incorporate AAC usage with your child at home: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ☝️ Encourage usage of specific gestures/signs. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🖼️ Provide visual pictures to help the child make choices.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🗣️ Utilize a speech-generating device/app to aid in the child’s productions⁠.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Are you interested in learning more about AAC and how it may help your child with communication? Set up a consult with one of our specialists! ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Thank you to our SLP, Marissa Gratza, for this information! ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 📞904.372.4070 ⁠⁠ 📧info@coastaltherapy.net⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠#kidsactivities #kidsplay #speechtherapist #speechtherapy #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment #AAC #playbasedlearning #teletherapyspeech #speechpathology #speechies #speechlanguagepathology⁠⁠ ⁠#specialneedskids #childdevelopment #toddlers
“Put it there!” “No, over there!!” 😡⁠ “Put it there!” “No, over there!!” 😡⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Sound like something your child may say? It can be pretty frustrating when you don’t know where “there” is. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Teaching spatial concepts helps address the issue! Try building your child’s understanding through play (e.g., legos, blocks, Barbies, kitchen play, the list is really endless.......)⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Example shown:⁠⁠ “Put the pie on the table” or “Put the cake in the cart”⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Be sure to take turns giving directions. Kids love being the “teacher” too. 😉⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #preschool #preschooler #kidsactivities #specialneeds #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #speechtherapist #speechtherapy #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #earlylearners #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment⁠
Finding core activities that your child will like Finding core activities that your child will like enough to repeat can be challenging! You can make them fun by adding in things around the house and adapting the exercises in ways that make them more interesting. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Here are some fun ideas that work the core:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⭐Obstacle courses⁠⁠ ⭐Animal walking games⁠⁠ ⭐Superhero poses⁠⁠ ⭐Balloon ball using feet⁠⁠ ⭐Wheelbarrow races⁠⁠ ⭐Tug of war⁠⁠ ⭐Pulling a friend on a blanket or towel ⁠⁠ Be creative! Start challenges with siblings, get outdoors this summer, or add your own twist!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapy #physicaltherapy #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment
Did you know children with a speech sound disorder Did you know children with a speech sound disorder are at a higher risk for developing phonological awareness difficulties? ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Here's an SLP pro tip!⁠ 🙌⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Your therapist can incorporate both speech and phonemic awareness into intervention during a single therapy session!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Here, a student is working on suppressing the phonological pattern of stopping, by targeting /v/.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🛑 So, what is stopping? For example, your child may say "pan" for "fan". If this is the case, he or she is stopping the airflow of /f/ and substituting with /p/. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ One goal for improving phonemic awareness is to identify WHERE the target sound is in a word as shown in this photo.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#kidsactivities #kidsplay #speechtherapist #speechtherapy #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment #BHSM #playbasedlearning #teletherapyspeech #speechpathology #speechies #speechlanguagepathology
⭐One of our friends graduated from occupational ⭐One of our friends graduated from occupational therapy this week!⁠ ⁠ Help us congratulate him for completing occupational therapy at Coastal with the help of Miss Georganna. What a great accomplishment! 💯⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #development #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedrabeach #childdevelopment #pediatricot #pediot #ot #graduation
Walk like a crab! 🦀⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Animal walks a Walk like a crab! 🦀⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Animal walks are a FUN way to promote strength, endurance, coordination, and sensory input. Animal walks can include a bear crawl, crab walk, frog jump, and so much more! Ask your OT or PT about animal walks you can complete at home!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #kidsactivities #specialneeds #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #finemotorskills #occupationaltherapist #occupationaltherapy #pediatricot #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment⁠ #kidsloveit #playbasedlearning #earlylearners
Have you ever wondered why your child's therapist Have you ever wondered why your child's therapist is working on nonverbal imitation tasks rather than sounds and words?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Many children learn how to imitate without being taught to. However, this may not come naturally to every child. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ It is much easier for children to imitate actions and gestures than to imitate sounds and words. Once imitation is learned, sounds and words will become easier to target. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Is your child having a little trouble imitating you? If so, try imitating your child. The purpose is to teach social reciprocity (back and forth flow of social interaction).⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Give it a try and let us know how it works out! ⁠⁠😊 ⁠⁠ #toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #playbasedlearning #childcare #kidsactivities #specialneeds #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #speechtherapy #speechdelay #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsparents #developmentaldelay ⁠#earlylearners #specialneedsmoms #nocateemoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms
The coordination required for moving a ball down a The coordination required for moving a ball down a course requires kinetic differentiation or being able to “get a feel'' for the ball. ⚽⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ It is not just a matter of kicking it forward. It also requires the ability to select the right muscle at the right time with the correct intensity to achieve the desired action. 🏃‍♂️⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Success depends on providing the appropriate amount of muscle tension and force to keep the ball under control, cognitively planning how to get it to go through or around the cones, getting the foot in the right position, and anticipating the reaction of the ball based on the response from previous trials.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #toddler #development #kidsactivities #specialneeds #kidsplay #sensory #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms #specialneedschildren #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment⁠ #pediatricpt #pedipt #grossmotorskills⁠
Meet one of our Occupational Therapists, Janine! 👋⁠ ⁠ Janine was born and raised in the sunshine state. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of North Florida with a degree in Psychology and a concentration in child psychology. She then obtained her Masters in Occupational Therapy from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, PA. Prior to discovering her passion for occupational therapy, she was a registered behavior technician, where she worked with the autistic population and specialized in behavioral analysis. ⁠ ⁠ She has experience working with children and their families in a variety of settings including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder, sensory processing, dyslexia, genetic disorders, as well as overall developmental delays. Janine strongly believes in utilizing a collaborative and holistic approach to best treat and support the child in reaching their goals, achieving independence, and building their confidence.⁠ ⁠ Janine enjoys giving back to her community and has previously volunteered at local organizations throughout Jacksonville including Daniel Kids, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Dreams Come True. Outside of work, Janine enjoys being outside with her friends and family, traveling, and playing with her mini Goldendoodle, Hooper. ⁠ ⁠ 🖥️ coastaltherapy.net⁠ 📞 904.372.4070⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠#toddler #development #preschool #preschooler #instakids #childcare #kidsactivities #earlyyears #sensoryplay #kidsplay #sensory #preschoolactivities #occupationaltherapist #occupationaltherapy ⁠#developmentaldelay #specialneedsmoms ⁠#jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #nocateemoms #pontevedra #childdevelopment #finemotorskills⁠ #sensoryprocessingdisorder
May 18th is National Speech Pathologist Day! We ar May 18th is National Speech Pathologist Day! We are very thankful for our team of speech therapists and all they do! They go above and beyond for their kiddos and work hard behind the scenes. If you have an SLP in your life, remember to celebrate them today!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ We appreciate each of you! 💗⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ #earlylearners #preschool #kidsactivities #speechtherapy #speechdelay #developmentaldelay #jacksonville #jaxbeach #jacksonvillemom #jaxbeachmoms #instaslp #speechies #nationalslpday #bhsm21
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