Supporting communication, independence, and daily life skillsIndividualized speech and occupational therapy services designed to help children build functional skills, confidence, and independence—supported by a collaborative clinical team.
What are Speech & Occupational Therapy?
Speech and occupational therapy are evidence-based services that support children in developing the foundational skills needed for communication, movement, self-care, and participation in daily routines.
Speech therapy focuses on helping children understand and express language, communicate effectively with others, and build the skills needed for social interaction and learning. Occupational therapy supports children in developing fine and gross motor skills, sensory regulation, and functional independence in everyday activities.
Together, these therapies address developmental challenges that may impact a child’s ability to engage with their environment, interact with others, and navigate daily tasks with confidence.
All therapy services are individualized and guided by licensed clinicians, ensuring care is appropriate, ethical, and responsive to each child’s unique developmental needs.
How Speech & Occupational Therapy Support Development
Speech and occupational therapy target practical, functional skills that children use throughout their daily lives. Rather than focusing on isolated abilities, therapy emphasizes skill development that can be applied across home, school, and community environments.
Through structured intervention, repetition, and supportive teaching strategies, children are guided toward greater independence, improved participation, and increased confidence in everyday situations.
Therapy goals are developmentally appropriate, measurable, and designed to evolve as your child grows.
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Speech Therapy Services
Speech therapy supports children in developing meaningful communication skills, regardless of their current level of language.
Our Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) provide individualized support in areas such as:
Functional Communication
Helping children express needs, wants, and emotions using spoken language, gestures, or alternative communication systems.
Receptive & Expressive Language
Supporting understanding of language as well as the ability to use words, phrases, and sentences appropriately.
Social Communication
Developing skills such as greetings, turn-taking, joint attention, conversational exchanges, and interpreting social cues.
Speech Sound & Articulation Skills
Addressing pronunciation and clarity of speech to improve intelligibility and confidence.
Nonverbal Communication
Supporting eye contact, facial expressions, gestures, and body language used in communication.
Alternative & Augmentative Communication (AAC)
Introducing and supporting communication tools such as picture systems or speech-generating devices when appropriate.
Occupational Therapy Services
Occupational therapy helps children build the functional skills needed for independence, participation, and daily living.
Our Occupational Therapists support development in areas such as:
Fine Motor Skills
Improving hand strength, coordination, grasp patterns, and precision for tasks like writing, drawing, and self-care.
Sensory Processing & Regulation
Helping children respond more comfortably to sensory input such as sounds, textures, movement, and visual stimuli.
Gross Motor Skills
Supporting balance, posture, coordination, and body awareness needed for movement and play.
Visual-Motor Integration
Supporting coordination between visual input and motor output for tasks like handwriting and copying.
Daily Living Skills
Teaching age-appropriate routines such as dressing, grooming, hygiene, and organization.
Independence & Routine Participation
Building tolerance for transitions, routines, and structured activities throughout the day.
What to Expect
Our Collaborative Care Model
Speech and occupational therapy services are delivered within a collaborative clinical model designed to support consistent progress and meaningful outcomes.
Licensed clinicians work together to align goals, share insights, and ensure therapy strategies are reinforced across environments. This coordination supports skill generalization and reduces fragmentation of care.
Families benefit from clear communication, coordinated recommendations, and a unified approach to their child’s development—without needing to manage disconnected services.
Family Involvement & Ongoing Support
Families play a vital role in the success of speech and occupational therapy. Parents and caregivers are actively involved through ongoing communication, guidance, and education.
Our team provides:
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Regular progress updates
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Clear explanations of therapy goals
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Practical strategies to support skills at home
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Collaboration on next steps and transitions
By empowering families with knowledge and support, therapy progress extends beyond sessions into everyday routines.
Who Can Benefit From Speech & Occupational Therapy?
Speech and occupational therapy may support children who experience challenges with:
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Delayed speech or language development
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Difficulty expressing needs or understanding language
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Social communication challenges
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Fine or gross motor delays
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Sensory sensitivities or regulation difficulties
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Daily living skills and self-care routines
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School readiness and classroom participation
If you have concerns about your child’s communication, movement, or functional skills, our team can help guide you toward appropriate support.
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CONTACT
3450 Ellicott Center Dr, Suite 205
Ellicott City, MD 21043
T: +1 (443) 351-6700
E: info@lucentracare.com
HOURS
Mon – Fri: 9am-6pm
Sat–Sun: Closed