Intensives
What is an intensive?
An intensive is a short-term, high-frequency therapy program designed to help children make rapid progress toward their motor goals. Intensives typically involve multiple therapy sessions per week over the course of one to three weeks, allowing for focused, individualized treatment. This model is ideal for addressing specific challenges such as walking, balance, strength, coordination, or transitions after surgery. The intensive format promotes faster skill acquisition through repetition, consistency, and personalized care, empowering children to gain confidence and independence in their movement.
We offer limited intensive spots seasonally. Our clinic is not associated with a school district as we are a privately owned clinic, so our clinic is open year-round, and we try to align intensives with local school district closures.
We offer intensives for standard physical therapy, as well as DMI therapy. For more information about DMI, please click here.
Intensive Therapy FAQ
FAQs
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An intensive is a short-term, high-frequency therapy program designed to help children make rapid progress toward their motor or functional goals. Intensives typically involve multiple therapy sessions per week over the course of 1–3 weeks.
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Intensives may be a good fit for children who:
Are highly motivated and can tolerate frequent sessions
Are preparing for or recovering from surgery or a major transition
Have hit a plateau in regular weekly therapy
Have specific motor goals, such as walking, balance, strength, or coordination
Are visiting from out of town and want to make the most of their time
Some DMI exercises are limited to children who weigh under 35lbs.
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Each child’s schedule is customized, but most intensives involve:
1–3 hours of therapy per day
4-5 days per week
For 1–3 weeks total
This will depend on your child’s need, as well as availability.
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Complete our Intensive Interest Form below to get started. Once submitted, our team will reach out to confirm availability and discuss next steps. Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
New patients will need to have an evaluation performed by one our our therapists prior to scheduling the intensive.
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We offer limited intensive spots seasonally. Our clinic is not associated with a school district as we are a privately owned clinic, so our clinic is open year-round, and we try to align intensives with local school district closures.
We have opened intensives for Fall 2025 - Spring 2026! Please complete our Intensive Interest Form below to apply for a spot! Spots are filled on a first come first serve basis.
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Intensive sessions are typically billed as standard physical therapy sessions. Coverage depends on your insurance plan, your child’s diagnosis, and remaining therapy benefits. While our clinic attempts to verify insurance benefits, it is ultimately the patient’s responsibility to understand their coverage and facilitate authorizations as needed. You can always request support or documentation from our office to assist with prior authorization.
We are contracted with the following insurance companies:
Premera, Anthem (and other Blue Cross companies)
Regence Blue Shield
United Healthcare
First Choice Health Network
Cigna
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Currently, our clinic only offers Physical Therapy services, so unfortunately we cannot provide multidisciplinary intensives at this time. But a multidiciplinary approach is a great option, and is in our vision for the future!
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We build intensives around your and your child’s goals, and take into account their tolerance and needs. Sessions include breaks, movement variety, and play-based motivation. Our therapists monitor your child closely to ensure a positive and productive experience. We encourage at least one family member to be present during the intensive, to offer support, and be part of the experience!
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We recommend completing the full intensive for best results, but we understand life happens! Let us know your availability in your application, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule. Please note that our availability is limited and may not align with all schedule preferences.
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Family members and siblings are welcome; however, please note that our clinic space is limited. We ask that you limit the number of people accompanying your child to no more than 4 total (including the patient).
Young children must be in the presence of and supervised by an adult at all times. Older siblings may wait in the treatment room or lobby, provided they can sit quietly and avoid disrupting therapy sessions. Please note that the gym and treatment areas are not open for free access during sessions.
