Center for Developing Kids
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Specializing in Pediatric Therapy

CDK is a pediatric therapy clinic that provides occupational, physical, speech therapy, and nutrition services for children from birth through mid teens. Our therapists have advanced training in pediatrics and provide intervention for diagnoses and disorders including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Prematurity, High Risk Infants, Developmental Delay, Neuromuscular Disorder, Sensory Integrative Dysfunction, Feeding/Oral Motor Difficulty, Speech and Language Delay, Genetic Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorder, Disorders of Social Interaction and Communication.

SERVICES WE OFFER

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Occupational therapy is aimed at improving a child’s development and ability to function effectively and independently within the family, community, and school.
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PHYSICAL THERAPY

Physical therapy is directed at improving a child’s functional abilities and promoting overall health, wellness, and fitness.
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SPEECH THERAPY

Speech therapy is aimed at improving a child’s communication and oral-motor skills, both verbally and non-verbally, based on his or her age, needs and ability.
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Meet Our Directors

DR. MICHAELANN GABRIELE
DR. MICHAELANN GABRIELEOTD, OTR/L
In practice, Michaelann has specialized in the areas of sensory integration and autism in clinic and school-based settings. She is certified in the administration of the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests and is an active member of the Occupational Therapy Association of California’s Autism Committee.
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DR. ANJALI CARRASCO KOESTER
DR. ANJALI CARRASCO KOESTEROTD, OTR/L
AnjaLi is motivated to disseminate information to parents of and practitioners who work with children with hearing loss and sensory integration difficulties. AnjaLi has consulted for families, professionals, and organizations in Los Angeles area as well as internationally.
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Ongoing Programs

Center for Developing Kids Good to Grow

Ready, Set, Grow – Adaptive Skills Toddler Playgroup

Ready, Set, Grow is an inclusive playgroup designed for children to explore, grow, and connect! Our team of dedicated pediatric therapists use research-backed strategies to support children’s socialization, motor skills, and sensory exploration as they learn and play together.

  • 12 – 36 months old

  • For toddlers & their caregivers

Center for Developing Kids Social Skills

Kids Connection: Social Skills Training Group

Social skills intervention is provided in a small group format led by occupational, physical, or speech therapists. Each child MUST be evaluated prior to participating in a group (either private pay or authorized by regional center). This 14-week program involves social skills training. It includes a mandatory parent education portion of 15 minutes each session as well as weekly homework assignments. Please call for available openings.

  • 3 years old and up

  • Ongoing, weekly sessions

Center for Developing Kids Feeding Program

Feeding Programs

Feeding intervention programs are led by an occupational therapist to address motor, sensory, and social challenges with eating. Our team includes OTs with advanced practice certification in Feeding, Eating, and Swallowing. In addition, collaboration with a speech therapist may be incorporated depending upon the specific needs of the child.

  • Birth to 22 years old

Center for Developing Kids Karate

Winner’s Edge – Karate

This ongoing program children’s martial arts program helps your child grow mentally and physically! Children love to learn when they are having fun. This program will help improve confidence, increase concentration, develop coordination, build self-esteem, learn self-protection, and increase awareness. It is also a great way to make new friends!

  • Beginners ages 4 years-old & up

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