FEEDING THERAPY
Comprehensive Feeding Therapy for Children’s Healthy Mealtimes
Feeding Therapy at MyoMovement helps children overcome common feeding challenges by addressing oral motor skills, sensory needs, and mealtime behaviors.
Our experienced therapists work closely with families to create practical, individualized plans that support safe and confident feeding. We focus on the whole child and their unique needs, including airway and oral function, to promote lasting progress.
Feeding Therapy | Comprehensive Functional Evaluation
(Pediatric)
Our Comprehensive Feeding Evaluation gathers detailed information about your child’s feeding history and current challenges. We observe oral motor function, chewing, swallowing safety, and mealtime participation, considering sensory and posture factors. This in-depth assessment helps us develop a clear treatment plan tailored to your child’s needs and family goals.
Price: $225
What’s Included
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We take a comprehensive look at your child’s medical background, feeding history, and current challenges to guide care from the start.
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We evaluate the strength, coordination, and function of the muscles involved in eating and drinking.
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We assess swallowing patterns and identify any concerns to ensure your child is eating safely.
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Early oral development and swallow patterns assessed when indicated.
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We explore how sensory preferences and sensitivities impact your child’s relationship with food and mealtime routines.
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We observe positioning, seating, and overall body support to improve comfort and feeding success.
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We provide guidance and coordinate with other providers when needed to support a well-rounded approach.
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You’ll receive a customized plan tailored to your child’s needs, with clear goals and practical strategies you can carry over at home.
Key Benefits
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Expanded Food Variety
Gradually introduce new foods in a supportive, low-pressure way.
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Improved Oral Motor Skills
Build strength and coordination for more effective eating.
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Safer, More Efficient Feeding
Support better swallowing and reduce feeding risks.
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Reduced Mealtime Stress
Create calmer, more positive mealtime experiences.
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Family-Centered Strategies
Simple, practical techniques you can use at home.
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Collaborative Care
Coordinated support with your child’s care team.
Ongoing Feeding Therapy to Support Lasting Progress
After your child’s evaluation, we offer therapy packages designed to build skills and confidence over time. Each plan adapts to your child’s progress and family needs, with regular updates and caregiver coaching to reinforce gains at home. We’ll work together to find the right frequency and approach to keep your child moving forward.
Our Approach to Feeding Therapy: Practical, Functional, Family-Focused
We tailor feeding therapy to each child’s unique needs, combining oral motor skill development, sensory strategies, and mealtime coaching. Our therapists consider how airway health and oral function affect feeding and speech, ensuring a comprehensive plan. We partner with families to build confidence and create strategies that fit your daily life.
PhysiApp
To support your progress between sessions, we provide access to PhysiApp, a complimentary app that keeps your therapy on track at home.
After we review your personalized exercises together, you’ll receive guided video demonstrations inside the app so you can practice with confidence. Built-in reminders help reinforce consistency — because lasting results come from daily practice.
PhysiApp is free to download on the App Store and Google Play, and can also be accessed through your web browser — making it easy to stay consistent wherever you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No referral is required—you can schedule a functional evaluation directly. When appropriate, we also collaborate with dentists, orthodontists, and other healthcare providers.
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Book an initial evaluation online or contact us by email, call, or text to learn more.
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Sessions include assessment, guided exercises, and practical coaching to help you integrate proper tongue posture, breathing, and swallow patterns into daily life. The goal is long-term muscle memory and functional change.
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Most programs last 6–12 months, depending on individual needs and consistency with exercises.
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Yes. Virtual sessions are available, allowing you to complete therapy from the comfort of your home.
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MyoMovement is a fee-for-service practice, meaning services are typically paid out of pocket. However, we can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan and is not guaranteed.
Initial evaluations generally range from $225–$375, depending on the type and complexity of the assessment.
Therapy programs are customized for each patient, and package options are available. In many cases, a full therapy program costs significantly less than traditional orthodontic treatment, often around one-third the cost of braces.
If you have questions about pricing or reimbursement options, our team is happy to help guide you through the process.
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Yes. We accept Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA). We also accept cash, check, and credit card, and offer flexible payment financing options to help make care more accessible.
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No. The consultation fee is separate from the overall therapy program expense.
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We offer flexible payment options to help make care accessible. Please contact us to discuss available arrangements.
Meet Your Feeding Therapist
Meredith Paul MS, CCC-SLP
ASHA-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist & Myofunctional Therapist
Meredith is a speech-language pathologist serving pediatrics through young adulthood with a passion for early intervention. She specializes in the evaluation and treatment of orofacial myofunctional disorders, oral motor dysfunction, articulation disorders, phonological disorders, lisps, tongue thrust, pediatric dysarthria, pediatric feeding disorders, oral dysphagia, tethered oral tissues, and oral habit elimination.
Meredith’s therapeutic approach is warm, client-centered, and collaborative. She prioritizes building genuine rapport with patients and families as the foundation for meaningful, lasting progress. A strong advocate for interdisciplinary care, she partners with airway dentists, orthodontists, pediatricians, otolaryngologists, occupational therapists, chiropractors, and other specialists to ensure comprehensive support for patients with structural, functional, or sensory concerns.
Meredith holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders, graduating with honors, from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Appalachian State University. A two-time recipient of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s ACE award, she is committed to ongoing professional development and the integration of emerging research and innovative treatment approaches with evidence-based practice. She is dedicated to meeting each patient where they are, providing scaffolded support tailored to their unique needs and objectives.
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