IPT Consultation Services

At Integrated Pediatric Therapies, we provide services beyond direct support by offering consultation, group screenings and training to meet broader community needs. 

Education 

• Speaking engagements for educators, caregivers and the community 

Preschool Program Consultation  

• This program aligns with preschool and daycare schedules. During this nine-month consultation there will be a dedicated neurodevelopmental specialist (Occupational Therapist or Speech-Language Pathologist) on-site to provide weekly consultation and screenings, teacher education and caregiver lunch-and-learns. JCFS Chicago also offers an early childhood mental health consultation program. 

On-Site Neurodevelopmental Screenings  

• When Integrated Pediatric Therapies provides speech and language or motor screenings for children aged 0-5, access to a specialist will be available for the day. Each child will receive an individual screening, and the therapist will be available for consultation with staff or parents that day. A written feedback form will be provided for each screening. 

Training Paraprofessionals  

• When a child needs extra support to thrive in a classroom, often a paraprofessional is assigned. Sometimes a little extra training is needed for that 1:1 person, and our specialists can provide this service. During a six-hour training program (more time can be requested) our specialists will meet with school staff, observe the child and paraprofessional dynamic, provide individualized suggestions, direct coaching and sample materials to the paraprofessional.  

To learn more about any of these services, email Integrated Pediatric Therapies at IPI@JCFS.org or call 847.412.4379.