Family Rhythm & Development Consult Package
An occupational therapy–facilitated, parent-guided developmental screening and consultation that integrates evidence-based screeners to help caregivers better understand their child’s development, regulation, and participation within daily life.
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A comprehensive series of evidence-based developmental and sensory screeners are used to:
Gain a broad picture of developmental patterns
Communication (Understanding language, using words/sounds/gestures, following directions, early expressive and receptive skills.)
Gross Motor (Large body movements like rolling, sitting, crawling, walking, running, jumping, climbing.)
Fine Motor (Hand use, grasping, manipulating objects, drawing, stacking, self-feeding skills.)
Problem solving (Play-based thinking skills: exploring objects, cause-and-effect, imitation, early reasoning.)
Personal-Social (Interaction with others, self-help skills, emotional expression, participation in daily routines.)
Identify strengths and emerging skills
Determine when further evaluation or referral may be helpful
Screening results guide discussion and recommendations. Root & Rhythm Holistic Care, LLC does not provide medical diagnoses, developmental diagnoses, clinical determinations, or pediatric (child-only) occupational therapy services.
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Caregivers are active participants throughout the screening process. By pairing screeners with in-vivo occupational therapy observation, this approach captures the real-life child–caregiver dynamic and environment, allowing for practical, meaningful strategies that translate into daily life at home.
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In-person sessions are preferred. Virtual consultations are available when needed and remain caregiver-focused and collaborative.
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Families may choose to continue consultative support through whole-family wellness services, which focus on caregiver education, routines, environmental support, emotional regulation, and family systems.
These services remain non-diagnostic, non-treatment-based, and are not a substitute for pediatric therapy services when such services are clinically indicated.
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Virtual Consultation — starting at $: A flexible option for families seeking guidance, education, and developmental insight from the comfort of home. Virtual sessions include screening review, caregiver discussion, and practical strategy development.
In-Person Consultation (Provider Location) — starting at $: Ideal for families who prefer in-person collaboration without home-based observation. Sessions take place at the provider’s location and allow for guided observation, discussion, and caregiver education.
In-Home Consultation — starting at $: Designed for families who benefit from in-vivo observation of routines, environments, and daily dynamics within the home.
In-home sessions within 10 miles of the provider’s base location are included at the starting rate.
Travel beyond 10 miles will require a brief discussion to determine the final price based on distance and time.
Travel & Extended Locations: Travel within the state of California may be available by request. Additional travel fees apply and will be discussed in advance to ensure clarity and alignment.
Pricing reflects the consultative, individualized nature of this service and is discussed transparently prior to scheduling.
Whole Family OT
Virtual support for couples, parenting teams, or caregivers.
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Comprehensive 90 min evaluation for 2+ individuals.
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Co-facilitated sessions that focus on family rhythm, regulation, communication, or shared roles.
Specialized Training
Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS); pursuing IBCLC
HeartMath Certified Practitioner — training in stress, anxiety, self-regulation, and trauma-sensitive care
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute — trained in pelvic health, pregnancy, and postpartum rehabilitation
Choosing Your Starting Point
Some families begin with Whole-Family Wellness Sessions and later add the consult package for deeper insight. Others start with the Family Rhythm & Development Consult Package to gain clarity and then choose ongoing wellness sessions for continued support. Some families seek the consult package as a standalone option for initial guidance.
There is no single “right” entry point. Your journey can start, and evolve, in the way that best supports your family.
All family services are consultative and caregiver-centered. They do not include medical diagnosis or child-only pediatric occupational therapy. When appropriate, referrals are provided to ensure comprehensive and ethical care.
Family Support Pathways
Family support at Root & Rhythm is intentionally flexible, because no two families, or starting points, look the same. Support is offered through Whole-Family Wellness Sessions and/or the Family Rhythm & Development Consult Package, depending on your goals and needs.
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These sessions support the family system as a whole and may include:
Birthing partners, parents, and/or additional caregivers
Children, when appropriate
Guidance around routines, regulation, communication, and daily functioning
Some sessions may focus primarily on caregivers, while others may include children as part of the family dynamic. These sessions are ongoing and evolve as your family’s needs change.
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This package provides structured, in-depth insight into family dynamics and child development. It is recommended when:
Families want focused guidance around a child’s development
Sessions will primarily center on children’s needs
A deeper understanding of routines, regulation, and developmental supports is needed
When sessions are primarily child-focused, a comprehensive evaluation for each child is required, which is accessed through this consult package.