How It Works 

Your first visit will consist of a comprehensive evaluation. We will go over a detailed health and birth history and symptoms. An in-depth functional assessment will be performed. Multiple videos and photos to evaluate for possible orofacial myofunctional disorders(OMDs), observe muscle function, look at tongue mobility, observe chewing and swallowing function, and discuss your goals. You can expect a 60-90-minute appointment for your first visit. You will receive a detailed report of my findings, OMDs that were identified, and any referrals I feel may be necessary for optimal treatment outcomes. The report will be sent within one week of the evaluation. After the evalution, I will create an individulized treatement plan to suit your needs. The comprehensive evaluation is done in person.  

Cost for the Comprehensive Evaluation is $225 and will be collected at the time of service.

Treatment length will vary depending on the severity of the disorders. Once we’ve determined the OMDs that contribute to your functional problems we will design an individualized exercise routine to help resolve them. We will teach you to properly do the exercises, and you will continue to do daily exercises(10-15 minutes) for anywhere from 6-12 months depending on the case. We believe that a multidisciplinary approach is necessary to achieve success in treating the patient. In some cases, other allied professionals such as dentists, orthodontists, osteopaths, and chiropractors can ensure that the patient’s needs are addressed and handled appropriately.

Therapy happens in four phases:

Phase 1: Exercise Focused-In this initial stage, we concentrate on fundamental movements essential for effective swallowing and proper oral resting posture.

Phase 2: Functional Application-Building upon the basics from Phase 1, we now aim to integrate these skills into more complex muscle activities. This involves sustaining proper oral resting posture for extended periods and ensuring balanced muscle function during various tasks.

Phase 3: Habit Formation-The focus here is on ingraining good oral resting posture habits, both during the day and at night, as well as consistent swallowing techniques during all meals.

Phase 4: Maintenance and Reinforcement-In this final phase, we emphasize the upkeep and reinforcement of all the skills we've developed throughout the program.

Typically, therapy consists of 12 to 18 sessions, each lasting between 30 and 45 minutes. Achieving our desired goals may require a commitment of 6 to 12 months. In most cases we meet every two weeks. I offer in person and virtual appointments for both childern and adults.

A 3% surcharge will be added to ALL credit card transactions.

Insurance: You may be able to receive reimbursement from your insurance company. This is the responsibility of the family to arrange this with your insurance provider. We can provide you with a "superbill", which includes diagnostic and procedure codes that can be submitted to your insurance company. We ask that families act as the liaison for any direct communication with their insurance companies.