Pediatric Therapy for Developmental Delays
in San Diego, CA
Helping Children Build Skills and Confidence
When your child isn’t hitting their milestones as expected, it’s natural to feel worried and unsure of what you can do to help, or if you should do anything at all. Some children take a little longer to develop common skills like talking, playing, or self-care, while others may need extra support to make progress.
At SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy, we’re here to give children the support and encouragement they need to achieve vital milestones. Our compassionate team has helped San Diego families for more than 20 years, and we specialize in turning play into progress so kids can grow with confidence.
What Are Developmental Delays?
Developmental delays occur when a child doesn’t reach typical milestones in one or more areas of development by the expected age. These areas can include speech and language, motor skills, self-care, cognitive (thinking), or social-emotional skills.
While every child develops at their own pace, a noticeable delay can be a sign that extra support is needed. Our expert therapists are here to support you and your child, and early intervention can make a big difference!
Common Symptoms of Developmental Delays
Delays can look different depending on the area of development affected. Some signs you may notice include:
- Limited speech or difficulty being understood by others
- Trouble following directions or expressing needs
- Difficulty with fine motor skills, like holding a crayon or using utensils
- Challenges with gross motor skills, such as crawling, walking, or climbing
- Struggles with feeding, dressing, or other daily self-care tasks
- Limited play skills or difficulty interacting with peers
- Trouble managing attention, behavior, or transitions
What Causes Developmental Delays?
There are many reasons a child might experience delays. Some delays are related to premature birth, medical complications, hearing or vision problems, or genetic conditions. Others may not have a clear cause at all. What’s important to know is that delays are fairly common, and with the right therapy, many children make meaningful progress towards their developmental milestones.
How Pediatric Therapy Can Help with Developmental Delays
At SmallTalk, we provide personalized speech, occupational, and feeding therapy designed to meet your child’s unique needs. Our therapists use fun, evidence-based strategies to target specific developmental goals while keeping sessions playful and engaging.
Depending on your child’s specific developmental challenges, therapy may focus on:
- Building language and communication skills
- Strengthening fine and gross motor abilities
- Supporting sensory processing and attention
- Teaching self-care and daily living skills
- Encouraging social interaction and confidence in group settings
We also partner closely with parents to give you tools and strategies you can use at home to help your child continue to make progress between sessions.
Why Choose SmallTalk?
When it comes to your child’s communication, you want the very best, and so do we! We help children throughout San Diego achieve their greatest potential.
We make therapy fun, family-centered, and goal-driven. From your very first phone call to each session after, you’ll feel supported and heard. We collaborate closely with parents and provide practical strategies you can use at home to help your child keep progressing beyond the therapy room.
Schedule Your Child’s Evaluation Today
If you’re concerned about your child’s development, now is the perfect time to take the first step. Our expert therapists are here to support your family with expertise and care.
Call us at (619) 647-6157 or fill out our online form to schedule an evaluation at SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy in San Diego. Together, we’ll help your child build the skills they need to thrive.