NEW PATIENT GUIDE
Your First Visit,
Made Simple.
Starting something new can bring a lot of questions. We're here to help you feel prepared, comfortable, and confident about your child's first visit.
HOW IT WORKS
Your Journey With Us.
From your first question to your child's next steps, we're here to make the process feel clear and supportive.
Reach Out
Complete our new patient inquiry form and tell us a little about your child and your concerns.
Connect With Our Team
We'll review your inquiry, answer questions, and discuss which services may be a good fit.
Your First Visit
Meet with your provider for an individualized evaluation or session focused on your child's needs.
Moving Forward
We'll discuss recommendations, practical strategies, and next steps for your family.
Preparing for Your First Visit.
Every child's needs are different. Select a service to learn what to bring and what to expect.
Multidisciplinary Feeding Evaluation
A collaborative look at your child's feeding, nutritional, medical, and developmental needs.
01 PLEASE BRING
- Relevant medical records
- Current medications and supplements
- Familiar foods and preferred drinks
- Cups, bottles, spoons, and utensils your child uses
- Previous evaluations you'd like us to review
02 WHAT WE'LL FOCUS ON
- Feeding skills
- Oral-motor skills
- Sensory processing
- Medical and GI history
- Nutritional status
03 PLAN FOR
Plan for approximately 2 hours. We’ll take breaks as needed and move at your child’s pace to keep the evaluation comfortable and supportive.
04 AFTERWARD
We'll review findings and recommendations and discuss next steps, including any therapy or support that may be recommended.
Feeding Therapy
Practical, individualized support for feeding skills and more comfortable mealtimes.
01 PLEASE BRING
- Foods your child currently enjoys and a few foods they're working on
- Preferred cups, bottles, utensils, or feeding equipment when requested
- Any specialty seating or feeding items used regularly, if relevant
- Questions or mealtime concerns you'd like to work on
02 WHAT WE'LL FOCUS ON
- Your child's current feeding skills
- Comfort and participation during mealtimes
- Oral-motor and sensory factors affecting eating
- Building food variety and/or progressing feeding skills
- Strategies that fit your family's routines
03 PLAN FOR
Your first session will include time to get to know your child, talk about current mealtimes and goals, and begin working on feeding skills at your child's pace.
04 AFTERWARD
We'll talk about what we observed, establish therapy goals when appropriate, and give you practical strategies to begin using at home.
Speech Therapy
Supporting communication, connection, and participation in everyday life.
01 PLEASE BRING
- Previous speech, language, or developmental evaluations, if available
- Your child's communication device or AAC system, if they use one
- A favorite toy, book, or activity if it helps your child feel comfortable
- Questions or communication concerns you'd like to discuss
02 WHAT WE'LL FOCUS ON
Depending on your child's needs, we may look at:
- Speech sound development
- Expressive and receptive language
- Social communication
- Functional communication
- Communication during play and everyday interactions
03 PLAN FOR
The first visit is designed to help us get to know how your child communicates. For younger children, much of the session may look like play while we observe and interact with them.
04 AFTERWARD
We'll review what we learned, discuss your child's strengths and areas for support, and recommend goals and next steps when therapy is appropriate.
Occupational Therapy
Helping children build skills for play, self-care, and everyday participation.
01 PLEASE BRING
- Comfortable clothing your child can easily move and play in
- Previous OT or developmental evaluations, if available
- Adaptive equipment or items you'd like us to see, if relevant
- Questions about challenging routines or activities at home
02 WHAT WE'LL FOCUS ON
Depending on your child's needs, we may explore:
- Fine-motor and visual-motor skills
- Sensory processing and regulation
- Self-care skills, including dressing and daily routines
- Play and participation
- Coordination and functional everyday skills
03 PLAN FOR
Expect a combination of caregiver conversation, observation, and child-friendly activities. We'll follow your child's comfort level while learning how they participate in everyday tasks.
04 AFTERWARD
We'll discuss your child's strengths and needs, recommend therapy goals when appropriate, and share practical ways to support participation in everyday routines.
Pediatric Nutrition
Individualized nutrition guidance grounded in your child's needs and your family's routines.
01 PLEASE BRING
- A list of foods your child typically eats or a recent food history
- Current medications, vitamins, and supplements
- Recent growth information, if available
- Information about allergies, intolerances, or GI concerns
- Nutrition or mealtime questions you'd like to discuss
02 WHAT WE'LL FOCUS ON
Depending on your child's needs, we may review:
- Growth and nutritional needs
- Food variety and nutrient intake
- Selective eating
- GI and digestive concerns affecting nutrition
- Food allergies or intolerances
- Starting solids and progressing textures
- Family routines and realistic nutrition goals
03 PLAN FOR
Much of the first visit will be conversation-based. We'll learn about your child's eating history, growth, current intake, family routines, and your priorities.
04 AFTERWARD
You'll leave with individualized nutrition recommendations and practical next steps. We'll discuss follow-up or collaboration with other team members when helpful.
Before, During & After Your Visit.
A few helpful things to know as you prepare for your child's appointment.
Getting Ready
- You'll receive any required paperwork and instructions before your appointment.
- Please complete your forms at least 48 hours in advance, when requested.
- Write down any questions or concerns you'd like to discuss.
- Let us know if you need an interpreter or other accommodations.
Feeling Comfortable
- Plan to be ready approximately 10–15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
- Have any requested forms, records, or materials available.
- Comfort items or favorite toys are always welcome.
- Visit length and activities vary by service. We'll explain what to expect.
Moving Forward
- We'll review observations, findings, and recommendations with you.
- You'll receive next steps and resources appropriate to your child's service.
- If additional care is recommended, we'll discuss available follow-up options.
- We're here to answer questions as your family moves forward.
Helpful Information
The Little Details.
Everything you need to know, at a glance.
Location
Fremont & Bay Area. Location varies by service.
Visit Length
Varies by service. Confirmed when scheduling.
Who Attends?
Your child and a parent or caregiver.
Insurance & Payment
Private pay. Superbills available upon request.
Telehealth
Virtual appointments for select services.
Questions?
We're happy to help you explore your options.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Let's Get Started.
Have questions or ready to request an appointment? Tell us a little about your child, and our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.