Overview
The optimal environment for growth and development.
We could tell you about our state-of-the-art gym and learning areas, but what seems to matter most is how much fun kids think it is to be here. Children often learn best through play, so we have designed our treatment areas to be especially fun and inviting, giving every child more than enough encouragement to overcome the sometimes difficult and challenging obstacles standing in their way.
Features
Our facilities include:
- Full scale sensory motor gyms with state of the art suspension equipment and climbing walls
- A full scale school-based sensory integration program at the Shelton School
- CranioSacral therapy suites
- Fine motor specialty areas
- Relaxing and comfortable waiting room areas
- On-site access to other specialties including counseling services, speech and language therapy, and
pediatric-neurology. - Interactive Metronome areas
- Dance studio in Plano
- Private parent conference rooms
What are the Benefits?
The IM program has been shown to produce significant results in children and adults with a wide range of physical and cognitive difficulties including ADHD. The March/April 2001 issue of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy identified five core areas of statistically significant improvements gained through the IM training program:
- Attention and Focus
- Motor Control and Coordination
- Language Processing
- Reading and Math Fluency
- Ability to Regulate Aggression / Impulsivity
In addition to benefits for the ADHD population, it is often used to enhance sports-related performance as well. Studies with the PGA Tour and several professional football teams have demonstrated great effectiveness.
Ongoing studies continue to validate correlations between Interactive Metronome and academic achievement in mathematics, language, reading and attention to task. The IM program has also proven to be a powerful tool for improving both the physical and mental aspects of athletic performance.
IPT currently has 4 IM-certified therapists. Individual and group sessions are available.