Step By Step Pediatric Therapy

Step By Step Pediatric Therapy Step by Step Pediatric Therapy provides occupational, physical,speech therapies & special instruction

A Doctorate in Physical Therapy AND a mom of two active kids. Meet Olivia. ๐ŸŒŸOlivia brings a uniquely well-rounded perspe...
06/03/2026

A Doctorate in Physical Therapy AND a mom of two active kids. Meet Olivia. ๐ŸŒŸ

Olivia brings a uniquely well-rounded perspective to every family she works with. With experience spanning pediatric outpatient, adult rehab, and geriatric home care, Olivia helps babies and toddlers build the foundational movement skills they need to explore their world.

Olivia is also passionate about supporting more medically complex children and walking families through the process of obtaining orthotics and adaptive equipment every step of the way.

With a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and 10 years of experience, 7 of them at Step By Step, Olivia's commitment to kids and families runs deep.

Check out the slides below to learn about Olivia's background and her favorite ways to recharge!

Drop some love for Olivia in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡

Learn more about our team and services at: www.sbstherapy.com

๐Ÿ‘ฃ Swipe to see why families and counties trust our team year after year โžก๏ธ๐Ÿ’š 90% of our staff have 10+ years of experienc...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿ‘ฃ Swipe to see why families and counties trust our team year after year โžก๏ธ

๐Ÿ’š 90% of our staff have 10+ years of experience.

๐ŸŽ“ 80% hold a Masterโ€™s degree or higher.

๐Ÿ“š Our therapists and teachers stay current with advanced training and best practices in pediatric intervention.

Because when it comes to your childโ€™s development, experience matters.

๐Ÿ‘‡ Ready to learn more?

๐ŸŒ Learn how to request an evaluation:
www.sbstherapy.com

๐Ÿ“ฉ Message, email, or call us:
[email protected]
๐Ÿ“ž (610) 372-0933

๐Ÿงธ Join us Wednesdays at 9:15 AM for FREE Sensory Library Time at Wyomissing Public Library.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What qualities matter most when choosing a therapy team for your child?

๐Ÿ’ก ๐“๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ข๐ง๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐œ๐ญ๐ฌ: ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐œ๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐›๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ.When it comes to your childโ€™s development, early support is the most po...
05/29/2026

๐Ÿ’ก ๐“๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ข๐ง๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐œ๐ญ๐ฌ: ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐œ๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐›๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ.

When it comes to your childโ€™s development, early support is the most powerful tool you have. "Wait and see" is outdated advice. If you have a gut feeling that something is off, itโ€™s always okay to ask questions early.

Research, including insights from the Autism Navigator, highlights that early intervention can make a massive difference. If your toddler is showing these signs, it is worth looking into an evaluation:

๐Ÿ”น 12 Months: Not consistently responding to their name.
๐Ÿ”น 14 Months: Not using gestures like pointing, waving, clapping, or shaking their head "no."
๐Ÿ”น 16 Months: Very few words or attempts to communicate.

You donโ€™t need to wait for a referral. Many parents believe they need a green light from their pediatrician to start the Early Intervention (EI) process. You don't! You can contact your countyโ€™s EI program directly to request an evaluation. It is a free service, and getting one never hurts.

How to take action:
1๏ธโƒฃ Search for "[Your County Name] Early Intervention intake" online to submit a request directly.
2๏ธโƒฃ Have questions or concerns? Please feel free to DM us or comment belowโ€”we are here to support you.
3๏ธโƒฃ Need help finding your local link? Visit sbstherapy.com or click the link in our bio for direct access to support!

You are your childโ€™s best advocate. Save this post, and please share it with a friend who might need to see this today. ๐Ÿงก

What if your child's OT had spent 36 years doing nothing but helping kids just like yours? ๐ŸŒŸMeet Chris, our Occupational...
05/27/2026

What if your child's OT had spent 36 years doing nothing but helping kids just like yours? ๐ŸŒŸ

Meet Chris, our Occupational Therapist who has dedicated her entire career to children. Chris specializes in sensory processing and feeding, helping families understand why their child responds the way they do and giving them the tools and confidence to support their child's success at home.

Check out the slides below to learn about Chris's background and her favorite ways to recharge!

Drop some love for Chris in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡

Learn more about our team and services at: www.sbstherapy.com

Today, we pause. At Step By Step Pediatric Therapy, we are deeply mindful that the freedom our children have to play, le...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause.

At Step By Step Pediatric Therapy, we are deeply mindful that the freedom our children have to play, learn, and grow is a gift secured by the ultimate sacrifice of others. Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave everything for our country and our communities.

We are so grateful to serve the families of Berks, Lancaster, and Lebanon Counties, and we don't take for granted the opportunity to help the next generation reach their fullest potential.

Note: Our offices are closed today, May 25th, so that our team can spend time with their families and reflect on the meaning of this day. We will see you all tomorrow! ๐Ÿงก

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05/25/2026

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In the world of Early Intervention, bubbles are basically magic. While they look like pure backyard fun, our therapists ...
05/22/2026

In the world of Early Intervention, bubbles are basically magic. While they look like pure backyard fun, our therapists at Step By Step Pediatric Therapy use them as a powerhouse tool for growth! ๐Ÿซง

Here is how we use bubbles across our specialties:
โ€ข Specialized Instruction: Our SIs focus on prelinguistic skills like attention and imitation. We use bubbles to cue gestures like "clapping," "stomping," or "kicking," building the foundational engagement needed for future communication.

โ€ข Speech Therapy: We target early language by practicing "ready, set, GO!", requesting "more bubbles," and working on the "rounded lip" shapes and breath control required for producing speech sounds.

โ€ข Occupational Therapy (OT): We build fine motor precision through "finger pointing" to pop and improve hand-eye coordination as children reach through space to catch floating targets.

โ€ข Physical Therapy (PT): We challenge gross motor skills by encouraging toddlers to chase, jump, and weight-shift on uneven surfaces (like grass!) to improve their balance and overall stability.

โ€ข Vision, Nutrition, & Behavior: Our specialists use bubbles for everything from visual tracking and sensory exploration to positive reinforcement and behavioral engagement.

Progress happens best when children are laughing. Whether it's a first word or a first jump, we are here to celebrate every "pop" along the way!

Is your little one meeting their milestones? Our multidisciplinary team is ready to support your familyโ€™s journey through every stage of Early Intervention.

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Letโ€™s talk about Dads! High-energy, "rough and tumble" play is more than just funโ€”it is a vital tool for development. Th...
05/20/2026

Letโ€™s talk about Dads! High-energy, "rough and tumble" play is more than just funโ€”it is a vital tool for development. This type of physical activity provides powerful deep pressure that helps toddlers regulate their sensory systems, learn to manage intense emotions, and build social confidence.

A father figureโ€™s presence and well-being are massive game-changers for a child's growth. At Step By Step, we love working with dads too! We prioritize caregiver coaching to provide practical strategies for navigating big emotions, meeting sensory needs, and strengthening those essential bonds.

Ready to support your child's development through play? Tag a dad and let him know how important he is!

Visit SBStherapy.com or DM โ€œPLAYโ€ to learn more about our services!

What if your child's bilingual home was one of the greatest gifts you could give their development? ๐ŸŒŸMeet Laura, our bil...
05/19/2026

What if your child's bilingual home was one of the greatest gifts you could give their development? ๐ŸŒŸ

Meet Laura, our bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist who has built her entire career around that belief! Laura supports families in nurturing language development in BOTH of their child's languages while honoring their culture, heritage, and traditions every step of the way.

With 15 years as an SLP, 13 of them at Step By Step, Laura brings experience across both Infant/Toddler and Preschool Early Intervention, plus advanced training in Infant Toddler Mental Health. And as a mom who has personally navigated Early Intervention for her own children, she truly gets it from both sides.

Check out the slides below to learn about Laura's background and what she loves outside of work!

Show Laura some love in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡

Learn more about our team and services at: www.sbstherapy.com

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05/17/2026

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Wyomissing, PA
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