FUNctional Pediatric Therapy

09/01/2026

🧠✨ Your child may not be “not listening”… they may not be REGULATED enough to learn.

Have you ever brought your child to speech therapy and thought:

❌ “They just won’t sit still.”
❌ “They’re not paying attention.”
❌ “They know this at home, but they won’t do it in therapy.”
❌ “Why isn’t my child talking more?”

Sometimes the missing piece isn’t motivation — it’s regulation. 💛

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we believe children learn best when their nervous system is in the “learning zone.”

That’s why we don’t believe speech therapy should look like simply sitting at a table and practicing words.

✨ Movement
✨ Sensory input
✨ Deep pressure
✨ Heavy work
✨ Visual supports
✨ Play
✨ Regulation strategies

…can all be incorporated into a speech therapy session when appropriate for the child.

When a child is regulated and their sensory needs are supported, they may be better able to attend, engage, communicate, imitate, problem-solve and learn.

And this is where Speech Therapy + Occupational Therapy can work beautifully together. 🧩

Our team looks at the whole child — not just the speech, language, motor, or sensory challenge in isolation.

💬 Is your child a late talker?
🗣️ Having difficulty expressing wants and needs?
👂 Struggling to follow directions?
🧩 Having sensory or regulation challenges?
✏️ Experiencing difficulties with fine motor or daily activities?

👉 We can help.

📍 Functional Pediatric Therapy
📞 Call 224-219-1924 to schedule an evaluation or ask about our services.

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09/01/2026

Gestalt language therapy in action. Supporting each child based on their language development, interests, and needs. FREE screening in our office for every child. (224) 219-1924.

09/01/2026

🚨 WORRIED YOUR CHILD IS STRUGGLING WITH SPEECH, COMMUNICATION, OR EVERYDAY SKILLS?
You don't have to keep wondering, “Will they catch up?” ❤️
At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we help children build communication, independence, confidence, and everyday skills through personalized Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy.
🗣️ Pediatric Speech Therapy
• Late talking & language delays
• Speech sound difficulties
• Autism & communication differences
• Gestalt Language Processing
• AAC
• Social communication
• Feeding therapy
🧩 Pediatric Occupational Therapy
• Sensory processing
• Fine motor skills
• Self-care & daily living skills
• Handwriting
• Coordination
• Regulation and participation
✨ Your child is not a checklist.
We take the time to understand your child's strengths, interests, needs, and communication style — and create therapy that is individualized just for them.
📍 Serving families in Fox River Grove and surrounding communities
❤️ We're welcoming new families!
If you've been thinking about Speech or OT for your child, this is your sign to reach out.
Let's take the next step together.
Your child's voice matters.

08/20/2026

Free screenings in our office start next week. Sign up today to get your child screened or evaluated for speech therapy services.

08/07/2026

06/27/2026

The best learning happens when therapy starts with your child’s interests—not just a treatment plan.

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we believe children learn best when they feel connected, engaged, and excited to participate. That’s why we follow your child’s interests, strengths, and unique learning style to create therapy sessions that are both meaningful and motivating.

Whether your child loves dinosaurs, cars, pretend play, sensory activities, books, or building with blocks, we use what motivates them to encourage communication, play, learning, and confidence.

Our experienced and compassionate team specializes in helping children ages 1–12 with:
🗣️ Speech and language delays
💬 Speech sound disorders
🧩 Autism and social communication
📱 AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication)
🧠 Sensory regulation
🥣 Feeding therapy
🎯 Play skills and social interaction
✋ Fine motor and daily living skills through Occupational Therapy

Our clinic features a sensory gym, specialized therapy equipment, engaging activities, and evidence-based techniques designed to help every child reach their fullest potential in a fun, supportive environment.

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We build trusting relationships, celebrate every milestone, and partner with families every step of the way because every child deserves therapy that’s personalized to their needs.

✨ Now accepting new clients!
✨ Speech Therapy & Occupational Therapy
✨ FREE screening and consultation for new families.

📍 Functional Pediatric Therapy | Fox River Grove

📞 Call 224-219-1924 today to schedule your child’s FREE screening and discover how our passionate team can help your child grow, communicate, and thrive.

💬 Follow our page for expert therapy tips, parent education, and everyday strategies to support your child’s development at home.

06/18/2026

🚨 Is your child struggling with any of these skills?

✔ Not talking as much as other children their age
✔ Difficulty imitating words or sounds
✔ Trouble following directions
✔ Limited play skills
✔ Difficulty understanding language
✔ Frustration when trying to communicate
✔ Speech that’s hard to understand
✔ Feeding challenges or picky eating
✔ Difficulty interacting with other children
✔ Not using words consistently to communicate wants and needs

If you answered “yes” to any of these, your child may benefit from speech therapy.

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we help children ages 1–12 build the skills they need to communicate, learn, play, and thrive.

Our experienced pediatric speech-language pathologists specialize in helping children improve:

💬 First words and language development
🗣️ Speech sound production and articulation
👂 Listening and following directions
🧠 Understanding language
🎯 Play and social interaction skills
📱 AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication)
🥣 Feeding and oral motor skills
🧩 Autism and social communication support
✨ Confidence and independence

What makes us different?

Our clinic combines evidence-based therapy with play, movement, visual supports, AAC, sensory strategies, and individualized treatment plans designed around each child’s unique needs.

With our sensory gym, specialized therapy tools, and compassionate team, we create a fun and engaging environment where children can learn while feeling supported and successful.

💙 We don’t just work on skills—we build connections, confidence, and meaningful communication.

🌟 Currently accepting new clients
🌟 Summer openings available
🌟 FREE screening and consultation

Not sure whether your child needs speech therapy?

Let’s talk.

📞 Call 224-219-1924 today or fill out our lead form to schedule a FREE consultation with one of our pediatric speech-language pathologists.

📍 Functional Pediatric Therapy | Fox River Grove

Helping children find their voice—one word, one connection, and one success at a time.

06/18/2026

💛 Looking for speech therapy or occupational therapy services for your child?

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we know that every child deserves the opportunity to communicate, connect, learn, and thrive.

Our passionate team of pediatric Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists specializes in helping children with:

🗣️ Speech delays and speech sound disorders
💬 Language delays and language disorders
🧩 Autism and social communication challenges
📱 AAC (communication device) support
✋ Fine motor and self-help skills
🧠 Sensory processing and regulation needs
🎯 Play, social, and developmental skills

What makes our clinic different?

✨ We focus on the whole child—not just the diagnosis.
✨ We use evidence-based therapy techniques tailored to your child’s unique strengths and needs.
✨ We incorporate visual supports, AAC, sensory strategies, movement, and play-based learning to help children make meaningful progress.
✨ We partner closely with parents every step of the way.

Our clinic features a fully equipped sensory gym, specialized therapy tools, sensory equipment, and engaging activities designed to help children regulate, learn, communicate, and build confidence.

Most importantly, our team genuinely cares.

We celebrate every milestone, support every challenge, and work hard to help children reach their fullest potential in a fun, nurturing environment where they feel successful.

🌟 Currently accepting new clients ages 2–12
🌟 Summer openings available
🌟 FREE screenings and consultations

If you’re wondering whether speech therapy or occupational therapy could help your child, we’re here to answer your questions.

📞 Call 224-219-1924 today
📩 Fill out our lead form to schedule your FREE screening or consultation.

📍 Functional Pediatric Therapy | Fox River Grove

Helping children communicate, connect, and thrive—one step at a time. 💙

05/29/2026

Once a child is regulated, therapy becomes so much more effective.

Children learn best when they feel safe, calm, connected, and supported. At Functional Pediatric Therapy, we understand that regulation is the foundation for communication, learning, play, and progress.

That’s why our therapy sessions focus on more than just speech.

We provide individualized pediatric therapy services designed to support the whole child through:
💬 Speech & language therapy
📱 AAC support and functional communication
🧩 Autism support services
🎯 Social communication & play skills
🧠 Sensory regulation strategies
🏃 Sensory gym & movement-based activities
✨ Sensory tools and motor-based support
🤝 Parent collaboration and behavior support

When children are regulated and engaged, they are more available for learning—and that’s when meaningful progress happens.

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, our passionate team creates a supportive environment where children can build confidence, communication skills, and independence through play-based, child-led therapy.

📍Now serving families in Fox River Grove and surrounding areas.

05/27/2026

Watch how speech therapy can help children express sounds more clearly and confidently!

Many children can make sounds like S or R during practice, but still struggle to use them correctly in everyday conversation. Through personalized speech therapy, we help children improve communication skills, build confidence, and use sounds successfully in daily life.

At Functional Pediatric Therapy, our Speech Therapist therapy services are designed to support each child’s unique needs through engaging, child-focused care that encourages growth and progress every step of the way.