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.

December 11, 2017

Child Therapy: Toy List 2017

Scurrying to finish all your Christmas shopping in time? Fear not, Lumiere Children’s 2017 Christmas List is here! Purchase gifts that will help your child develop the necessary language, fine motor, and gross motor skills.

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The Nice List of Toys

The toys that made the nice list this year are geared towards language, fine motor, and gross motor development. These toys are divided into age-appropriate groups as well as the specific developmental milestones addressed. The affiliated links are provided for easy access!

Younger children (7 & below):

Language Development: Toys that focus on identifying objects, corresponding sounds of objects or animals, imaginary play, theory of mind and cooperative play.

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Toy cars
Pretend play: toy kitchen, doctor kit, and cash register:
Toy animals:
Little People Farm
Little People Zoo

• Fine motor development: Focuses on manipulating small objects, hand-eye coordination, and handwriting development.

Gross motor development: Focuses on Heavy lifting, balance, and proprioceptive skills.

Older children (7 & up):

Language development: Addresses deductive reasoning, cognitive aspects of language, and expressive and receptive language.

Fine motor: Targets hand grip, hand-eye coordination, and fine movements.

Gross motor development: Focuses on balance, proprioceptive skills, right/left identification, and crossing midline.

The Naughty List of Toys

Toys that fall under the ‘naughty’ category this year include electronics and restrictive movement toys. Although electronics may seem like an appropriate and engaging gift for most children, it often inhibits fine motor development and appropriate social interactions. Restrictive movement toys inhibit the development of gross motor skills such as rolling, sitting, and walking. Common restrictive toys include Bumbo seat, power wheel ride-ons, and exersaucer.⠀⠀⠀

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Happy shopping! Happy Holidays from the Lumiere Children’s Team!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

References:

“The ‘WRONG’ Toys for Holding Your Child Back and the ‘RIGHT’ Toys for Building Your Child’s Brain.” Integrated Learning Strategies, 1 Dec. 2016, ilslearningcorner.com/2016-12-learning-toys-the-wrong-toys-for-holding-your-child-back-and-the-right-toys-for-building-your-childs-brain/.

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Looking for expert pediatric therapy services? Our team specializes in helping children reach their full potential through compassionate, personalized care.

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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.

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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.