Family-Friendly Therapeutic Intervention
Occupational, Physical, Feeding, & Speech Therapy for Children of All Ages
Serving the Maplewood & Plymouth Communities Since 1993
Welcome to Children’s Theraplay
We Take a Whole-Child, Family-Centered Approach to Therapy!
At Children’s Theraplay, our therapists partner with families to help children participate fully in the ordinary and extraordinary activities of life.
Since 1993, we’ve provided play-based therapy services to children ages birth to 18 years with a family-centered model of care. Today, we continue to provide comprehensive therapy programs through a trauma-informed lens.
Our whole-child approach brings parents and caregivers into the process, creating a true partnership that helps each child make meaningful progress and reach their goals.
Our Trauma-Informed Therapy Services
At Children’s Theraplay, we take a trauma-responsive approach to therapy, meaning that we consider the impact of a child's stress response when designing therapy goals and activities, and focus first on nervous system regulation. Here, your child will feel safe and empowered to try new, hard things!
Occupational Therapy (OT) for Kids
Developing skills for success in everyday life, from school to home, and beyond.
Physical Therapy (PT) for Kids
Helping children move and participate in their daily lives more independently.
Pediatric Feeding Therapy
Bringing the joy back to family mealtimes through play-based feeding support.
Speech Therapy for Kids
Helping children communicate and connect with the world around them.
About Our Pediatric Therapists
The Children’s Theraplay team is made up of experienced, playful, and deeply passionate occupational, physical, and speech therapists in Maplewood and Plymouth, MN.
We’re committed to meeting your child where they are and adjusting to their needs, moment by moment, to get the most out of every session. Our goal is to facilitate “just-right” challenges and help your child overcome them with “just-right” support.
We believe that all children are capable of learning, growing, and thriving— especially when parents and therapists work together. From the moment you walk through our doors, we’ll work hard to make your whole family feel safe, hopeful, and supported!
"Play is our brain’s
favorite way of learning.”
~ Diane Ackerman
It’s Easy to Get Started!
Children’s Theraplay has two locations to serve you — Maplewood, MN and Plymouth, MN — where our team provides trauma-informed therapy services for kids throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Here’s how you can get started:
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Fill out our patient registration form here, and we’ll be in touch to schedule your child’s evaluation!
Please note that we may have a waitlist for services. Early morning and late afternoon appointments are in highest demand. We are different from other clinics in that we focus on serving one patient at a time to the best of our ability, rather than grinding through evaluations as quickly as possible, only to leave many patients stuck on a secondary waitlist for ongoing therapy.
We value continuity of care. The time you book for your evaluation will be reserved with that therapist for ongoing therapy if needed.
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Once your child's evaluation is scheduled, we will request doctor's orders from your child's primary care provider. If a formal referral is required by your insurance, we will do our best to facilitate this and will contact you if you need to tag in!
We'll also send intake forms and inventories for you to complete so that your child’s therapist can begin to understand their needs and the scope of the evaluation.
We value parent input because you are the expert on your child. Please complete this information several days in advance of the evaluation appointment.
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Your therapist will meet with you and your child to assess their strengths and needs. Evaluations are one or two hours long, and OT evaluations might include a parent consult scheduled separately from the evaluation appointment.
Following the evaluation, your therapist will use standardized test results, observations, clinical expertise, and your in-depth understanding of your child to develop a therapy plan and treatment goals. You'll receive a comprehensive report within two weeks of your appointment.
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This is the best part, where we find the joy again! Each therapy session focuses on your child's individual needs and goals. OT or PT sessions are about 53 minutes long, and Speech sessions are about 30 minutes long. Home program activities keep progress rolling between therapy sessions.
Every 90 days, your therapist will update you with a written progress report. We'll walk alongside your family every step of the way, until your child is ready to thrive on their own!
Insurance & Billing
Children’s Theraplay currently accepts the following medical insurance plans:
Blue Cross Blue Shield • HealthPartners • Cigna • Aetna • United Healthcare/UMR/Surest • Medica • UCare • America's PPO/HealthEZ • TRICARE/CHAMPVA • Medicaid/MA/MHCP
Please visit our Helpful Information page to learn more about our insurance and billing practices.