My son, Jed, is intellectually gifted but this won't do him much good if he isn't able to interact effectively with his peers in school and social settings (or at work when he's and adult!). That's why Children's Choice for Therapy has been such a godsend for our family. At two, Jed started occupational therapy with Carolyn Andrews. At four, we added social skills groups with Dr. Harris and Dr. Gonzalez. At seven, Jed, "graduated" to one on one sessions with Dr. Gonzalez, and we're also adding Interactive Metronome, Children's Choice's newest therapeutic intervention, to his ongoing OT treatment with Leslie Hiltz. I am absolutely convinced that these ongoing and early interventions have kept my son off the autistic spectrum and helped him to both rewire his brain and to develop compensatory strategies for tasks that still challenge him. His handwriting is now legible, his core strength is excellent and his balance is probably age-appropriate. He has always struggled to maintain good social skills when he's with lots of people, but recently was able to spend four days at a family reunion weekend (filled with competitive backyard sports contest) constantly surrounded by 14 children and adults without a single, even minor, meltdown. That's a miracle! Further, his ability to handle frustration has dramatically improved, which means that he's been much more likely to stick with challenging sports activities even when he notices the other kids around him are easily able to do these things. If your “on the fence” in considering therapy for your son or daughter, hop off that fence without delay and get over to Children's Choice today. This practice is hands-down, the best therapeutic service for children in the Tampa Bay area!

Mindy Murphy

The changes I have seen in my daughter since we began therapy at Children's Choice are nothing short of amazing. Carolyn and her team treat the children with respect, answer any and all questions and work closely with parents to attain goals. My daughter adores coming to Children's Choice and I have seen real results.

Mary Walker

My seven-year-old son has Autism and we have been coming to Children's Choice for Therapy for over four years. In that time, my son has made so much progress that he has been mainstreamed at school. The therapists are very good with Autistic children. They provide the encouragement that these children need. Children's Choice for Therapy is a very kid-centered environment. My son loves to come here and would be happy to stay all afternoon. The children are encouraged to socialize. It is a very positive place!

Sharon Goodman

I am so thankful for the day Carolyn Andrews walked into our lives. She was speaking at a meeting at my son, Matthew's, school. I asked her, "How soon can you start treating my son?". He has been with her and the other dedicated therapists at Children's Choice for Therapy for several years now. Their hard work shows in the progress he has made and continues to make everyday.

Danielle McReynolds

For years I had been taking my twins for therapy at another therapy center. They both have P.D.D. and I feel that the twins and I have lost valuable time. If I had just found Children's Choice for Therapy back then, my two children would have been so far along in their treatment. We have been coming to Children's Choice for Therapy for eight months and the gains that have been made are so great, that their physicians are amazed! My son has gained his language and my daughter is now with us on this earth! They are incredible. To anyone that has "special needs" children, please make the right choice - Children's Choice for Therapy is the only choice to make.

The McDonald Family

Children's Choice for Therapy - What can I say? They are the glue that binds my sanity to our hectic life. It truly takes a village to raise a child and anyone would be fortunate to be a part of this one! We started with Carolyn when Zak was 4 1/2 years old. He was non-verbal, frustrated and aggressive. Now Zak is 12 years old. He is happy, very talkative and well-adjusted. Zak's team is more active in his life than some family members. Carolyn, Stephanie, Nancy, Vicky and Dr. Harris are our village and we wouldn't be anywhere else.

Rhonda Ward