Personalized speech, occupational, and physical therapy designed to help your child thrive—guided by licensed professionals who care.
At Uplift Therapy Center, we believe every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential. Whether your child is facing speech delays, motor challenges, or sensory processing concerns, our licensed pediatric therapists provide individualized support rooted in compassion, evidence-based care, and play. We partner with parents every step of the way to build confidence, communication, and independence in children
It’s our mission to provide parents and families with resources to support the growth and development of our young clients at home, in school, and in the community. Learn more about our available services on this page or reach out to us today.
Our licensed and caring occupational therapists work with infants, toddlers, school-age children and adolescents. We provide personalized occupational therapy plans based on the individual’s needs.
We work with children to improve gross and fine motor skills, overcome challenges associated with developmental differences, and improve sensory integration skills.
In addition, we work with children who have received specific diagnoses, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and developmental delay.
Speech and language pathology is beneficial for individuals who have speech delays and impairments.
Our speech therapists help children develop their language production (speaking), communication, and social skills through individualized speech therapy sessions.
Young people who have difficulty understanding or comprehending written and spoken language, including children who have a dyslexia diagnosis, may also benefit from speech and language therapy.
At Uplift Therapy Center, pediatric physical therapists see children of all ages with a variety of diagnoses. The primary goal is to help children to reach their maximum potential to function as independently as possible and improve their participation at home, in school, and in the community.
We strongly believe that children learn best through PLAY, and therefore the most effective feeding therapy happens when we use food to play with a purpose to teach new skills. Our therapists are trained in The SOS (Sequential-Oral-Sensory) Approach to Feeding, which is designed to assess and address all the factors involved in feeding difficulties, including oral-motor, sensory, cognitive, and behavioral components.
Our therapy services start with thorough intake questions, standardized evaluations, clinical observations, and task analysis. This provides us the set of tools we need in order to create a custom plan tailored to your child’s needs.
Treatment sessions are fun, engaging, and incorporate therapeutic play and children look forward to their sessions. Throughout the sessions, the therapist will continually assess progress and make the necessary adjustments to the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal results for your child.
What types of challenges does pediatric therapy help with?
Our therapists work with children experiencing speech delays, sensory processing issues, developmental delays, motor skill challenges, feeding concerns, and more. We customize each plan to the child’s unique needs.
How do I know which therapy my child needs?
You don’t have to decide alone. We offer a free consultation to assess your child’s needs and recommend the most appropriate therapy—speech, OT, PT, or a combination.
What makes Uplift Therapy Center different?
Uplift offers fully integrated therapy services under one roof. Our therapists collaborate closely with families and with each other, ensuring consistent, personalized care in a nurturing environment.
Does Uplift Therapy Center accept insurance for pediatric therapy services?
Uplift Therapy Center is currently in-network with Kaiser Permanente. If your plan is with a different provider, many insurance companies still offer out-of-network benefits that can help cover the cost of your child’s therapy. We can provide a superbill — a detailed statement that includes CPT and diagnosis codes — which you can submit to your insurer for reimbursement. We do not process insurance claims directly, so you would submit this on your own or with help from your child’s primary care doctor.
For children under age three, Uplift is an approved vendor with the Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center (FDLRC) and the East Los Angeles Regional Center (ELARC), which can fund occupational, speech, feeding, and physical therapy services through Early Intervention. If your child is over three, ask your Regional Center about the Self Determination Program.
OT, speech, and physical therapy services are also generally eligible for reimbursement through FSA, HSA, HRA, DCFSA, and LCFSA accounts. All payments are due at the time of service; we accept credit card, cash, or check. Visit our Insurance page for a full breakdown of your options.
What does the evaluation process look like for pediatric therapy at Uplift?
We start with a free consultation so you can share your concerns and we can point you toward the right type of therapy — no commitment required. From there, our licensed therapists conduct a thorough evaluation that includes intake questions, standardized assessments, clinical observations, and task analysis. This gives us everything we need to build a personalized treatment plan for your child.
We also spend time building a relationship with your family. Parents are true partners in the process — your insights shape the plan and help us address what matters most at home, at school, and in the community.
Once therapy begins, sessions are play-based and engaging — children genuinely look forward to coming in. Therapists monitor progress continuously and adjust the plan as your child develops. Book a free consultation to get the process started.
Where is Uplift Therapy Center located, and what areas do you serve?
Our clinic is located at 1975 Verdugo Blvd., Suite D, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011. We serve families throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Through the Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center (FDLRC), we serve: Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, La Crescenta, La Cañada, Central Los Angeles, and Hollywood-Wilshire.
Through the East Los Angeles Regional Center (ELARC), we serve: Alhambra, Arcadia, Boyle Heights, City Terrace, Commerce, East Los Angeles, East Pasadena, El Sereno, Eagle Rock, Highland Park, La Habra Heights, La Mirada, Lincoln Heights, Montebello, Monterey Park, Mount Washington, Pico Rivera, Rosemead, San Gabriel, San Marino, South Pasadena, Santa Fe Springs, Temple City, and Whittier.
Families who qualify for Regional Center funding may be able to access our services with little to no out-of-pocket cost. Not sure if we serve your area? Call us at 818-864-6602 or send us a message and we’ll help you figure out the next step.
Unsure what kind of therapy your child needs? We’re here to help. Our team will listen, assess, and guide you to the right plan—no pressure, just personalized support.
