Your child deserves to have the tools to succeed in life, and that’s what we provide at More to Say Pediatric Development & Therapy. Our team of speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and feeding specialists deliver exceptional pediatric therapy services for children who can benefit from support for development. Whether your child has a medical condition, developmental delay, or just needs additional support, our team is here to empower them to gain the abilities they need to live a happy, fulfilling life.

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Pediatric Therapy
Services in Oxford, CT,
and Branford,
CT

Our pediatric therapy clinics serve children from birth through age 20 in the following areas:

Speech & Language Therapy

Your child will learn how to participate in daily life through our play-based approach that promotes effective communication. Your child will love our fun activities that address their pronunciation, vocabulary, social interaction, and much more.

Feeding & Swallowing Therapy

Your child can master feeding and swallowing with our holistic therapy techniques. Even if your child has medical or sensory difficulties, we can help them improve their nutritional intake and make mealtimes less stressful for your whole family.

Occupational Therapy

Your child’s main occupation is play, which is why our fun, play-based treatment plans work so well at motivating them to succeed. Your child can improve their skills in play, self-care, academics, and more!

Enrichment Programs

Your child will love joining our fun and educational extracurricular activities! From one-hour social skills programs to six-week summer camps, your child will expand their interests and learn through play.

Homeschool Enrichment Programs

Your child will make new friends and explore new interests like art, science, and more in our homeschool programs. Plus, you get to connect with other homeschool parents in our community for collaboration and support!

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What’s the More to Say Way?

The More to Say Way is a child-led, responsive, and nurturing approach to therapy that honors each child’s unique voice, pace, and personality. We meet children where they are and adapt our support to fit their evolving needs, which builds trust in a warm and welcoming environment. Our therapy is play-based and naturalistic, creating joyful, meaningful learning experiences that extend into everyday life. We take a holistic view of each child, considering their developmental needs, family dynamics, and the world around them. As a family-centered practice, we build strong, lasting relationships not only with the child but with the entire family, because when everyone feels supported, children can truly thrive.

Our mission

is to empower all children to live happy, fulfilling lives by supporting families and providing a positive environment that encourages growth.

Our aim

is to help children reach their potential by using holistic and evidence-based pediatric therapy techniques. We look at each child individually and create a therapy plan that is tailored to their specific strengths and needs.

Our philosophy

is that children learn best through playing and interacting with their surroundings. By making therapy fun and motivating, we give your child the tools and skills they need for a happy life.

Why Choose the More to Say Way?

You’ll love seeing your children grow through the More to Say Way!

Child-Led

We empower children to take the lead in their therapy, promoting confidence, independence, and self-esteem as they grow and learn.

Responsive

We meet each child where they are and adapt our approach to support their evolving needs. This responsiveness fosters a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, within a warm and welcoming environment, setting the foundation for meaningful progress.

Naturalistic

More to Say clinicians create natural opportunities for learning to help children generalize skills across environments. Our goal is to support growth that extends beyond More to Say and helps the child thrive in all aspects of their daily life.

Play-Based

We understand that children learn best through play. That is why play is at the heart of our therapy. Our clinicians engage in your child’s play to make therapy engaging, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate.

Holistic

We consider your child’s developmental needs, family dynamics, and environmental factors that play a role in your child’s growth journey.

Family-Centered

We believe that supporting a child means embracing the whole family. That’s why we take the time to build meaningful relationships not just with the child, but with parents, siblings, and caregivers too. We believe that when the whole family feels supported, everyone can grow together.

Meet the Practice Owner

Haley Addis, M.S. is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who has been working with children for nearly a decade. She started More to Say Pediatric Development & Therapy after earning her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) in 2015.

She decided on a career in pediatric therapy because she loves children’s sense of wonder that brings joy wherever they go. She loves making a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

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Schedule Your Consultation Today!

Are you concerned about your child’s development? Call us to schedule a free phone consultation with one of our expert pediatric therapists! We’ll discuss your child’s developmental abilities and limitations and answer your questions about pediatric therapy.

Call us at (203) 828-6790 to schedule your free phone consultation today.