Blossom Prep School

How we will work with your child

It’s important to us that your child gets what they need.
Using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, we customize your child’s curriculum to what suits them best.

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Let's have some fun!

We practice activities your child will participate in.They’ll sit in circle time, make arts and crafts, greet peers, and more!

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Let's make a game plan!

We assess your child’s needs and create goals tailored for them. They work on those goals with their classmates.

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Today we're going to learn about...

Our Behavior Therapists will teach your child how to take turns, follow group instructions, share, respond to their name, and more!

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We're in it together

Our students work one-on-one with a team of Behavior Therapists with a curriculum supervised by their Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

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Let's take our time

We break large skills into small steps and reinforce those steps until mastered.

Traditional Programs

What does the learning environment look like?

Small, inclusive classroom setting designed to support neurodivergent children. Tools like visual schedules, sensory toys, positive reinforcement, and therapeutic equipment are used throughout the day.

Classroom with up to 25 children at a time. Typical setup may contribute to sensory overload, including bright lights and colors, loud noises, and a crowded space.

Who will lead my child's learning?

1:1 therapist to client ratio. Our clinical staff are experienced with autism, sensory sensitivities, and motor and speech development needs.

Larger ratio of teachers to students. May be able to provide the support needed for neurodivergent children depending on each teacher’s knowledge and experience.

Will my child have circle time?

Children participate in sensory-friendly group activities with the assistance of therapists, including songs and dances, games, and group lessons and instruction.

Children participate in group activities but may lack repetition, consistency and schedule predictability, leading to difficult transitions.

How is individual work structured?

Children work on activities like coloring sheets, crafts, and workbooks to develop math, science, language arts, and creative arts concepts. Activities are based on each child’s ability and goals.

Children work on a standardized curriculum of activities, including coloring sheets, crafts, and workbooks.

How are literacy and communication skills taught?

Children practice communication and social skills like learning letters, raising hands, expressing needs, and participating in interactive story time, all facilitated by therapists.

Children work on a standardized curriculum of activities, including learning letters, raising hands, and story time.

What kind of free play options are available?

Children choose their own activities in our sensory-friendly gym. Peer play & sensory regulation is facilitated by therapists.

Children choose their own activities in the classroom or play area. Play environment may lack quiet areas or fidget toys to avoid overstimulation.

Assent-Based, Neuroaffirming Care for All Children

It’s important that your child feels respected, safe, and understood during therapy. At North Shore Pediatric Therapy, we believe in providing care that’s not only effective but also neuroaffirming, respectful, and focused on what each child and family needs to lead independent and happy lives. Our approach values each child’s unique way of participating and empowers parents as essential partners in their child’s journey.

Supportive and diverse group of Naperville team members from North Shore Pediatric Therapy, working together to provide exceptional care.

We embrace neurodiversity and promote individual strengths.

Our approach to ABA therapy and all of our therapies is rooted in the belief that every child brings unique abilities and perspectives. We aim to nurture these strengths while addressing any challenges.

We create an environment of acceptance and understanding for each child that walks through our doors.

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We partner with you for your child's success.

By collaborating closely with families, we create individualized therapeutic approaches that respect and integrate your deep understanding of your child's needs.

We value your input, keep you informed on your child's progress, and empower you with strategies to support your child outside of the clinic environment.

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We empower your child and respect their voice.

We prioritize your child's autonomy, ensuring their voice is heard and incorporated into the therapy process to foster self-confidence and personal growth.

We'll work with your child's sensory sensitivities and respect their need for routine, and do not work towards "normalizing" behaviors at the expense of your child's creativity, individuality, and autonomy.

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We create positive change through consent and collaboration.

Our team is dedicated to creating an open, respectful environment where we meet your child where they are every day.

Therapy progresses cooperatively, always prioritizing your child's comfort and consent. Along the way, we make sure there is plenty of time for rest, play, and typical childhood activities.

We build skills for life in a comfortable environment.

We strive to help your child develop important life skills in a safe, supportive setting that respects their sensory needs and personal comfort.

Our therapists take time to build rapport with your child, customize their approach, and respect your child's sensory sensitivities and need for routine.

Testimonials

Success looks different for every child... But we bet we have a story that matches your child's needs. Like James, who started with us as non-speaking and lacking the ability to initiate and maintain social interactions. Today, he can speak complete sentences, clearly state his needs, and navigate social interactions with his friends!

Our infant daughter was in physical therapy with Anna Zahn for about five months. Anna was consistent, patient, and wonderful with our daughter. Anna was also clear in her communications with us as parents which helped us understand our daughter's progress and needs, as well as how we could help our daughter at home. While we are proud that our daughter graduated PT, we will miss Anna's warmth and kindness.

Emily

I love this place! Chista is an amazing person, so sweet and kind and very professional in her work. All staff are very kind with children. I feel happy to find this place for my daughter. Thank you!!!

Maria Di Rita

I cannot say enough nice things about the staff! My son worked with Khadija as his ABA therapist and is finishing up this week with his OT, Sabrina. They were really instrumental in helping us navigate a new diagnosis. Both were so easy to approach with questions. From Leeann at the front desk to the RBTs (Alex, Rabbia, Molly, and many others), we always felt so welcomed. It seems like the staff genuinely enjoy their jobs, consistently offering feedback and suggestions on how to help my son.

Jennifer Peyer

We have been working with the amazing team at NSPT for many years. They have been essential in understanding and supporting our child. I recommend their services to anyone looking for their specific type of support.Posted to

Monica Terése Carranza

They are so sweet and kinds persons with professionalism and really worried about the kids and how help they to get new skills and moving forward with knowledge.

Alejandra M.

NSPT is fantastic! All of the staff are wonderful, accomodating, and make you feel welcome and comfortable. Alan is fantastic - he has helped our family tremendously and has such patience and purpose in everything he does.

Alex Ehrhardt

North Shore Pediatric Therapy has been amazing. They have done a great job adjusting to the specific needs of my autistic child.

Matt Nakanishi

My 12 yr old son has a lovely support team in Robert (Social Work) and Lindsay (OT)! He gains so much from his sessions & I gain so much from the communication and brainstorming! Thanks!

Jennie Meyer

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We'll review and confirm your insurance benefits, and we'll work with you to gather additional paperwork required.
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Treatment personalization
We'll schedule an assessment date for your child with one of our clinicians. This assessment will serve as the basis for your child’s personalized treatment plan. After, we'll meet to discuss recommendations and your child’s treatment plan and start date.
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We will greet and welcome your child to our warm and supportive environment where our staff will provide 1-on-1 care to meet our treatment goals.

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Our commitment to you and your child:

‍For our clients, treatment hours are determined on an individualized basis, without predefined blocks.
Our BCBAs weigh the priorities of the family, the availability of the child given other therapeutic services they may be receiving, and the level of support needed to facilitate the best outcomes.
All of our treatment plans have terminal goals that are reported every 6 months and discussed every 3 months directly with the family, to ensure we are always moving towards fading the level of support needed and increasing daily independence.

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Let's play school!

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How we will work with your child

Let's have some fun!

Let's make a game plan!

Today we're going to learn about...

We're in it together

Let's take our time

Traditional Programs

Assent-Based, Neuroaffirming Care for All Children

We embrace neurodiversity and promote individual strengths.

We partner with you for your child's success.

We empower your child and respect their voice.

We create positive change through consent and collaboration.

We build skills for life in a comfortable environment.

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Arlington Heights

Bucktown

Deerfield

Des Plaines

Elmhurst

Evanston

Glenview

Lake Bluff

Lincolnwood

Naperville

Vernon Hills

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Testimonials

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