therapy Place 4 Kids
occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy • Speech Therapy
We specialize in child-centered, play-based therapy.
Therapy Place 4 Kids (TP4K) is a family-owned pediatric therapy clinic in Santa Monica, providing in-clinic occupational, speech, and physical therapy for children throughout the Los Angeles area. We bring together professional expertise and a child-focused approach, creating therapy plans that grow with each child’s strengths, interests, and developmental needs. Every plan is personalized and evidence-based, helping children learn, grow, and thrive in ways that are meaningful, motivating, and effective.
Our Services
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (OT) helps children gain independence in everyday activities, including learning, play, and self-care, so they can participate confidently in all areas of life.
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Handwriting including letter formation, sizing, spacing, and line adherence
Fine motor skills such as grasp, dexterity, and using utensils or scissors
Upper limb coordination and bilateral coordination
Whole-body strength, balance, and postural control
Visual motor and visual perceptual skills for hand-eye coordination
Sensory processing skills such as regulation, tactile tolerance, body awareness, and attention
Executive functioning skills including organization, planning, multi-step directions, and flexible thinking
Daily living skills like dressing, grooming, hygiene, shoe tying, and cooking
Feeding skills such as oral motor skills, sensory processing, and mealtime adaptations
Speech Therapy
Speech Therapy (ST) supports communication, including speech, language, fluency, and voice. Therapy is tailored to each child to help them express themselves clearly and confidently.
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Receptive language to increase understanding of verbal communication
Expressive communication using words, sign language, or communication devices
Articulation practice and modeling correct sounds and syllables
Cognitive communication skills including problem solving, memory, organization, and sequencing
Executive functioning skills as they relate to communication, such as following multi-step directions, planning and organizing thoughts, and flexible thinking
Social communication and conversational skills
Oral motor exercises to strengthen muscles used for speech
Evaluating and using specialized equipment such as speech-generating devices
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy (PT) helps children improve movement, strength, balance, and coordination. Using fun, engaging activities, kids build skills for moving confidently and taking part in everyday activities.
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Strength, mobility, and endurance
Balance and coordination
Gross motor development and motor planning
Neuro-developmental techniques to improve functional movement
Guidance on adaptive equipment and collaboration with specialists
Looking for therapy services? We’d love to help. Reach out to us at:
info@tp4k.com
(310) 344-2276