The therapists and front office staff deserve five stars. Leadership's approach to families does…read morenot. As a parent of twins with developmental disabilities, I understand the importance of attendance. I also understand the reality of managing multiple therapies, medical appointments, school meetings, and life. Over time, repeated conversations about missed appointments, attendance reminders, and signing attendance acknowledgments left me feeling judged instead of supported. The final straw was accidentally leaving one week off a summer scheduling form, which led to another conversation about attendance. It wasn't about that one incident--it was the realization that this philosophy simply doesn't align with how I believe families of children with additional needs should be treated. The clinicians were wonderful, and the front desk staff were always professional and kind. My disappointment lies with leadership and the culture created by these policies. Families seeking pediatric therapy need partnership, empathy, and flexibility. Unfortunately, that wasn't our experience, and we chose to take our children elsewhere.

I have to update my review as things have gone downhill. We had a rough start with Childs Play with…read morefrequent turnover with their SLPs made it difficult to find a good match for my daughter. We finally got a good match and they "switched departments". Then they started saying I had to move my time due to scheduling conflicts even though we had waited 2 years to get the time slot we had. We got moved with a new SLP and I complained that they kept canceling and rescheduling. I can only assume they were double booking so instead of taking accountability for their poor planning, they decided to discontinue services simply because i advocated for my daughter. They dont seem to care about the children, they just want their paycheck

Hello, I stayed at La Casa Via Transitional Care Center for about a year while undergoing two hip…read morereplacement surgeries. Since this was my first time staying at a rehabilitation center, I was very anxious at first and worried that the facilities might not measure up to a hospital. When I was first transferred here after my surgery, the facilities were understandably a bit different from a hospital setting, which kept me somewhat concerned initially. However, the staff at La Casa Via were exceptionally kind and accommodated my needs to match their system to me as much as possible, helping me adapt in no time. Before my surgery, my condition was severe enough that I had to use crutches, and after the procedure, even walking was painful and difficult. Thanks to the dedicated rehabilitation therapy team at La Casa Via, I was able to make noticeable progress every single day. The physical therapy and the wide variety of daily programs kept my routine engaging and never monotonous. Even when I made requests that I felt might be burdensome or tedious, the staff always took care of them with warm, smiling faces, making my stay remarkably comfortable. When I was in pain and had trouble moving, I needed frequent assistance with things that even family members would find challenging to manage continuously, but they cared for me with utmost kindness and patience. Thanks to their incredible support, after going through two major surgeries, I was able to walk out on my own two feet upon discharge. If you are facing major surgery, I wholeheartedly and strongly recommend La Casa Via. At first, I questioned whether entering a rehabilitation center was even necessary, but after my experience here, I realized how critical it was for my recovery--I honestly don't know what I would have done without them.

It took me a little while to sit down and write this after my parent was discharged, mainly because…read morethe transition home with physical therapy and caregiving takes so much time to set up. But I made a promise to the staff at La Casa Via that I would share our experience, and I wanted to make sure I followed through. My parent was recovering from a broken hip and was in a very vulnerable, emotional state throughout the stay. Between dealing with pain, a language barrier, feeling tearful and overwhelmed, and having a lot of hesitation around medications, it was a stressful situation. The staff showed exceptional patience. The wound care nurse was remarkably skilled, the attending doctor was attentive, and the CNAs ( specially Ling) and nursing team handled the emotional stress and hesitancy with real care rather than frustration. Cam in administration was also very understanding and helpful with the logistical side of things whenever I had questions. The rehab industry as a whole has plenty of room for improvement and faces major systemic challenges, but the five stars here go to the staff on the ground. Despite the inherent difficulties of the system, this team worked through every obstacle with us and provided very good care. I am grateful for their support and would recommend them to anyone needing post-surgery rehabilitation.

We highly recommend Debra and PlaySpace Therapy. We are so glad we found her. Debra has been an…read moreimportant part of my son's success. She has worked with him on many levels and is always very attuned to his energy, supporting him in just the right way so he can be and feel successful. The work they do at PlaySpace looks so fun my other children asked if they, too, can have OT. But its not just fun, Debra gets results! Our school OT complemented her work saying she could see the difference Debra was making shining through. I asked my son to give Debra a yelp review too. He says: Debra is really good. She never gets mad at you when you make a mistake. She just helps you along with really hard stuff until you've done it. She has a bean pit. You'll love it.

My son, who is on the autism spectrum, has been receiving OT at PlaySpace for about two years now…read more We have seen both Debra and Karin, and I can tell you they are both truly fantastic. Debra and Karin are very knowledgeable, experienced, and caring therapists, who are exceptionally good at making OT fun and something my son gets excited about going to. Over the course of our time with them, my son has developed out of his repetitive behaviors, his sensory issues have diminished significantly, and as a result, his ability to learn, attend, communicate, and engage socially have improved quite dramatically. I really credit Debra and Karin and the tools they have given us to help him at home, for this transformation. Debra has also been a helpful part of our IEP process and made important recommendations to the team supporting him in school. I highly recommend PlaySpace to anyone who is looking for an excellent OT in the area.

Nan worked with my son for just a few months, but we saw a measurable improvement in his ability to…read morefocus and stay on task. ADHD kids can be a moment to moment challenge. Nan's particular talent lies in using her occupational therapy skills to help children meet physical challenges with newfound emotional tools. This process will assist your child in modifying maladaptive coping skills. I highly recommend trying OT behavioral modification for young boys, prior to outpatient treatment with a child psychologist. Asking a young boy to sit still in a chair and talk about his feelings is a challenge in and of itself, much less a kid who physically cannot remain calm. Most private insurance covers this treatment. Unfortunately, I had Kaiser insurance and had to pay out of pocket. Nan's rates are not prohibitive however, and ten sessions could easily transform your challenging son into the precious young man, you are determined to reach.

I highly recommend Nan Arkwright for Occupational Therapy. My son has been seeing her for over a…read moreyear. Her loving attention and therapy has helped him learn how to process stimulus calmly. She has supported him and I through some difficult school behaviors and helped him greatly to gain control of his responses. She established a strong and caring relationship with him and has been like a life coach for the entire family. She is also fantastic at teaching handwriting skills and has helped all 3 of my children with their pencil grips. Nan has a wonderful set up at her home and is also happy to do home and school visits.

Space to Grow Therapy now has an on-site facility, filled with lots of fun for your kids providing…read morecolorful sensory gyms and playrooms! There are slides, swings, rock climbing walls, and plenty of toys to keep your kids busy. The site has plenty of parking out front. In addition to free play, they offer occupational and speech therapy services, on-site and in home. The therapists have extensive experience, and are passionate in what they do and ensuring they are providing a quality experience. I would highly recommend this business if your child needs any services, or a fun place to play!

Amazing place for my kids! Sensory seeking and the owner is amazing! Super accommodating and…read morefriendly! We will definitely go many more times! My daughter's friends are begging me to take them since she's talked about it so much!!

My son started here as a Bubble. He doesn't have any developmental needs. My husband and I enrolled…read morehim because I used to work for PMP back in 2009 (covered Lafayette and Danville locations) and I passed their certification. I'm familiar with their curriculum and teaching style so I became a proponent of their establishment and mission statement. You'll find other places trying to emulate their curriculum but because their curriculum is trademarked, nothing compares. Also, Ross and Brian are both OTs, so they're very knowledgeable in anatomy and physiology -- meaning, they understand the human body and its mechanisms. My son is now a Sponge and I see significant improvements with his fine and gross motor skills including but not limited to handwriting and cutting. He is ergonomically holding pens/pencils and scissors properly. Also he's got excellent trunk control --way better than mine! I highly recommend PMP. So worth every penny. Jordan loves attending his class and he said he looks forward to being promoted to a Builder and then a Heavylifter one day!!

I was referred to this place, and I have absolutely noticed a difference in my child's confidence…read more My child had a hard time writing at school. After just one class, I can see a significant change in his confidence. He writes his name and other letters on his own with no tears, and enjoys showing us how creative he is with his drawings. The staff really works with my rotating work schedule, and also work specially with my child's needs. The ticket system is gold!

Everyone I dealt with from walking in the door and seeing Anne & Eloise in the office to the folks…read morewho treated me Elise, Isaac, Serenity were all professional, knowledgable, kind and patient. I highly recommend this place and thank everyone who has helped me!

This is my third set of treatments here for various ailments. I e been treated for carpal tunnel,…read moretrigger finger, and general hand weakness, following a recovery from surgery. They do an excellent job of assessing you on first visit, then develop a treatment plan. You'll be seen by a 'revolving staff' of PTs, all well skilled, and all with their own 'style' of care. If you're lucky, you'll get a couple of sessions with Serenity (the owner) who is WONDERFULLY strong, and gives you great deep tissue manipulation!!

A beautiful addition to the Non public schools serving students k-12. I have placed several clients…read moreat their Pleasanton site and each are or were thriving. They also have a new campus opening in Concord.

Suma kids is A GREAT PLACE!!!. Wendy has been working with my son and we have seen nothing but…read moreimprovement from him. I can not recommend this place enough and I always talk about it when the subject of OT comes up. This is such a great place and again, the therapists there know what they are doing.

Of course as a 3 year employee at CW, I am probably biased, but that is based on my truly amazing…read moreexperience both personally and professionally with this company where everyone is appreciated, supported, and treated in such a kind, personable and encouraging manner. This company is transparent, fair and responsive to its employees and I know I have found my professional home with them and hope to stay and grow with them for as long as they will have me. I love love love working for Communication Works!

I sought out an occupational therapy evaluation for my son through CW when the school failed to do…read morean appropriate evaluation of his OT needs. CW has a great reputation for offering quality recommendations for children. They followed up and were concerned and thorough in ensuring we found an assessor who could help us. I have also met with them regarding their social skills group.The MGW curriculum is amazing and we are looking forward to working with the very talented and caring staff. As an added perk, they are located on a beautiful hillside in Oakland with serene views. The waiting area inside is comfortable with ample space for everyone to relax. We drive an hour to see them and it's totally worth it. Highly recommend this agency. What a treasure for our kids!