What therapy services does Lumiere Children's Therapy provide?

Lumiere Children's Therapy offers comprehensive pediatric services, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), social work, early intervention, autism testing, teletherapy, and a therapeutic preschool. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to create personalized treatment plans that support every child's unique developmental journey.

At what age can my child begin therapy?

We serve children from birth through 18 years of age. Early intervention can help address developmental delays before they become more significant, while older children benefit from therapy that supports communication, learning, motor development, emotional regulation, and independence throughout childhood and adolescence.

How do you determine the right therapy plan for my child?

Every child begins with a comprehensive evaluation completed by a licensed therapist. We assess developmental skills, discuss your concerns and goals, and use standardized assessments when appropriate. Based on the results, our team creates a personalized treatment plan that evolves as your child grows and reaches new milestones.

Can my child receive more than one therapy service at the same location?

Yes. Because Lumiere Children's Therapy offers multiple pediatric therapy services under one roof, children can receive coordinated care from speech, occupational, physical, behavioral, and social work professionals. This collaborative approach improves communication among therapists and creates a more consistent experience for families.

Does Lumiere Children's Therapy accept insurance?

We work with many major insurance providers and help families understand their available benefits before therapy begins. Our experienced administrative team assists with insurance verification, claim submissions, billing questions, and payment options, making the process as simple and transparent as possible for parents and caregivers.

What should we expect during our first therapy appointment?

Your first visit focuses on understanding your child's strengths, developmental needs, and family goals. A licensed therapist will complete an evaluation, answer your questions, and explain recommended services. You'll leave with a clear understanding of the next steps and a personalized treatment plan designed for your child.

Why do families choose Lumiere Children's Therapy?

Families choose Lumiere Children's Therapy because we provide individualized care through a collaborative team of experienced pediatric specialists. From evaluations and insurance guidance to ongoing therapy and family education, we're committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that helps children build lifelong skills and confidence.

How can I schedule an evaluation at Lumiere Children's Therapy?

Scheduling an evaluation is quick and straightforward. Simply call our office, send us an email, or complete the contact form on our website. Our friendly team will guide you through every step, including insurance verification, appointment scheduling, and preparing for your child's first visit so you can get started with confidence.

July 27, 2015

Child Therapy Chicago: Indoor Activities

School is out for the summer! Finding fun, active, and engaging activities for your children can be a challenge. Here is a list of child therapy Chicago activities to help improve gross motor skills. These indoor activities work especially well for all the rainy Chicago days we have had this summer!

Pump It Up

821 W Eastman Street, Chicago IL
Check daily for open gym times. $12 per child.
Pump It Up consists of multiple larger-than-life inflatables with obstacles, slides, and bouncy areas. Kids love all the different types of inflatables. It is a great place to go on a rainy afternoon or to host a birthday party!
Gross motor goals: Jumping on the inflatables improves balance for children. The bouncing motion helps children become aware of their body movement and expands sensory input comfort in children with sensory sensitivity.

Tula Logan Square’s Yoga Studio

2827 W. Belden Ave. Chicago, Il 60647
Family Yoga and Baby & Me are $10 per family (up to 4 family members). Children under 1 year are free.
Family yoga is an introduction for kids that incorporate breathing, dancing, story time, and games. Baby & Me is geared towards creating time during yoga practice to interact with your pre-crawling babies.
Gross motor goals: Yoga practices balance, strength, and flexibility, which are the roots of developing gross motor skills.

My Gym Chicago

1416 W. Webster Avenue.
My Gym Chicago offers 19 classes, including gymnastics, dance classes, martial arts, and more. Their classes are appropriate for children from 7 months to 10 years of age. The average cost for a 4-class cycle is $95.
Gross motor goals: Any of the classes offered at My Gym Chicago will strengthen your child’s gross motor skills. They are created to improve coordination, body awareness, strength, and flexibility.

Kid City

1837 W. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Open playgroups are Monday-Friday at 9:30 am-4:30 pm. Price varies depending of number of children. Single child $14.
Kid City is an indoor play space where children use pretend play to explore the functions of a city, such as a market, play house, or dress up boutique. It is great for all ages and there is even a designated toddler area.

Gross motor goals: Children are not only improving their gross motor skills through pedaling toy cars and going on the slide, they are also increasing their fine motor skills. The child’s fine motor skills are practiced through crafting, dressing up in costumes, and playing the cashier role at the play market.

Bubbles Academy

1504 N Fremont Street, Chicago, IL
Classes last 7-weeks and prices range depending on the class.
Bubbles Academy offers 5 classes including creative movement, kids art classes, pre-preschool, preschool prep, and preschool separation. Parents may participate and model behaviors for their children. For some classes, they are encouraged to sit back while their children become more independent. The classes are structured around a variety of fun, engaging activities that all children will enjoy.
Gross motor goals: The classes are meant to be active! Children will be running, dancing, galloping, marching, and stomping.

Kids Science Lab

1500 N. Kingsbury, Chicago IL
They offer 3 price packages for classes: 10 class: $325, 30 class: $731, or monthly: $99/month.
Kids Science Labs offers a Toddler Discovery Science for 2-3 year olds. Children will do experiments with measuring, building, making observations, and identifying objects. They will be able to explore the world around them as little scientists!
Gross motor goals: Kids Science lab focuses on fine motor skills while doing experiments. For example, kids will pour, measure, cut, and color.

Step by Step Care Group

811 W. Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL
Step by Step Care Group provides multiple playgroups led by occupational therapists, speech therapists, and development therapists. The playgroups focus on improving fine motor, gross motor, speech development, and social interaction for toddlers.
For classes and pricing contact Step by Step Care Group at (312) 242-1665.

Do you have any more fun activities we can add to our list? We would love to hear about your experience at any of these indoor activity locations or other locations in Chicago!

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Vasilikitsa “Kitsa” Antonopoulos

Vasilikitsa “Kitsa” Antonopoulos, MA, CCC-SLP/L is a licensed speech-language pathologist with over two decades of experience supporting children and families. After earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Saint Louis University, she gained deep clinical expertise working across pediatric hospitals, early intervention programs, and autism therapy settings.

In 2010, Kitsa founded Lumiere Children’s Therapy to create a holistic, collaborative space where children could receive personalized, multidisciplinary care. Her vision continues to guide Lumiere’s dedicated team of therapists, offering speech, occupational, physical, and behavioral therapy and more, to help every child reach their fullest potential.

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