Kearney Myofunctional Therapy

Kearney Myofunctional Therapy Kelli Soucie, OMT — Helping all ages breathe, sleep, and thrive through the power of proper oral function.

TMJ, headaches, muscle tension, grinding, mouth breathing, snoring, poor sleep, tongue ties, oral habits, orthodontic relapse, and more!

I have the privilege of meeting some truly incredible moms every single day.Moms who advocate fiercely for their childre...
05/08/2026

I have the privilege of meeting some truly incredible moms every single day.

Moms who advocate fiercely for their children.
Moms who are searching for answers and refusing to give up.
Moms who want their child to sleep better, breathe better, grow properly, and thrive.
Moms who are exhausted from sleepless nights but still show up with love and determination.
Moms who are carrying their own struggles—headaches, fatigue, stress all while continuing to care for everyone around them.
Moms who have spent countless hours, energy, prayers, and dollars trying to help their child feel better.
Moms who juggle appointments, school, work, sports, therapies, and everyday life while somehow still making their children feel safe and loved.
Moms who wonder if they’re doing enough, when the truth is they are giving everything they have.

We see you.
We appreciate you.
Your love, sacrifice, and persistence matter more than you know.
And even on the hard days—the overwhelming days—you are doing an incredible job. ❤️

To all the moms, grandmas, bonus moms, foster moms, and mother figures who pour so much of themselves into caring for others: Happy Mother’s Day. You are deeply appreciated.

Happy Cinco de Mayo from Kearney Myofunctional Therapy & Jordan Cochran, DDS! 🌶️🌮 We’re celebrating with chips and homem...
05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo from Kearney Myofunctional Therapy & Jordan Cochran, DDS! 🌶️🌮 We’re celebrating with chips and homemade salsa (thank you ) for our patients and a fun basket giveaway filled with Cinco de Mayo favorites and party goodies.

🤔 Did you know myofunctional therapy helps train the muscles of the tongue, lips, and face to work better together?

🤔 Did you know better tongue posture and nasal breathing can support healthier oral function and overall wellness?

🤔 Did you know headaches and TMJ can be due to myofunctional disorders and can be treated with therapy?

Follow along to keep learning about all the benefits of myofunctional therapy!!!

05/04/2026

Don't forget! Come see us tomorrow and Tuesday to learn more about myofunctional therapy and its benefits for your over all health!

Giveaway for a FREE assessment and a goodie basket!

Snacks and goodies!

Putting the FUN in FUNctional health!! 🎉

Turns out…I’m basically allergic to "outside" 😅🌿🌳I recently did allergy testing and WOW...so much clarity. Trees? Most o...
05/02/2026

Turns out…I’m basically allergic to "outside" 😅🌿🌳

I recently did allergy testing and WOW...so much clarity. Trees? Most of them. Grasses? Yep. Weeds? A lot of those too. No wonder nasal breathing hasn’t always come easy in the Spring and Fall!

Why does allergy testing matter?

Allergies → congestion → mouth breathing

Mouth breathing → dry mouth → cavities, gum disease, poor sleep

AND… it sets the stage for myofunctional disorders (low tongue posture, improper swallowing, airway issues, etc.)

Nasal breathing is the FOUNDATION of myofunctional therapy. If the nose is blocked, we’re fighting an uphill battle.

But...fixing the root cause is easier than you think.

⏰ Allergy testing takes about 5 minutes
❤️ Treatment is simple & non-invasive (sublingual drops—no shots!)
💻 All appointments after the test are done via telehealth & drops are delivered to your doorstep.

KMT & JCDDS offer allergy testing for both current and new patients, and it’s such a game changer for airway, oral health, and overall wellness.

If you or your child struggle with:

• Mouth breathing
• Chronic congestion (or drainage)
• Snoring
• Dry mouth
• Recurrent cavities or gum issues

It might not just be a habit, it could be allergies.

Come see us for our Cinco de Mayo-functional therapy celebration on May 5th and get tested right there!!!!

Summer break is a great time to get started on your child's (or your) myofunctional journey!If you've been thinking abou...
04/27/2026

Summer break is a great time to get started on your child's (or your) myofunctional journey!

If you've been thinking about scheduling, give us a call so you can snag a spot!

If you call to schedule your assessment before May 5th (appt. can be after May 5th), you're entered into win a FREE assessment! 🎟️

Any of these symptoms sounds like you or your child?
• Headaches/migraines
• Restless sleep
• TMJ pain
• Mouth breathing
• Clenching/Grinding
• Poor jaw development
• Tongue thrust
• Snoring
• Frequent cavities/Bleeding gums
• Neck & shoulder tension/pain
• Dark circles under the eyes
• Behavior/concentration concerns
• Allergies
• Enlarged tonsils/adenoids
• Frequent sinus/ear/strep infections
• Suspected tongue tie
• Speech therapy
• Messy/noisy eating

See you soon! 😉

Big wins like this are exactly why we love myofunctional therapy. ✨Swipe through to see her progress! ➡️Her treatment pl...
04/23/2026

Big wins like this are exactly why we love myofunctional therapy. ✨

Swipe through to see her progress! ➡️

Her treatment plan included pre-frenectomy therapy, a lingual frenectomy, and post-frenectomy therapy. We worked to support better tongue function, improved oral rest posture, and more efficient muscle balance.

The results? A whole lot more comfort in day-to-day life. Her progress is a beautiful reminder that myofunctional therapy is not just about the tongue or the smile-it is about helping the whole system work better together. (And I do wish I could show you her eyes because it looks like she just woke up! She is glowing!)

We are so excited to celebrate this transformation and the hard work that made it possible. 💛

Stay tuned for more before and after success stories to come!!!

Cinco de “Mayo-functional" therapy celebration is coming to KMT! 🎉 Join us May 5th as we celebrate the benefits of myofu...
04/21/2026

Cinco de “Mayo-functional" therapy celebration is coming to KMT! 🎉 Join us May 5th as we celebrate the benefits of myofunctional therapy with learning, special treats & fun! Want a FREE assessment? Here’s how to enter:

Book an appointment with KMT or Jordan Cochran, DDS between now and 5/5 — you’ll automatically be entered. (If you're on the books already, you're entered!)

BONUS entry: follow us, JCDDS and Elm Creek Dental and tag a friend in the comments.

Winners announced 5/5. Come to your visit or stop in to pick up fun goodies and learn simple tips to improve breathing, swallowing, headaches, tension and orofacial function.

Happy Dental Hygiene Week & Oral Health Month! 🦷✨Tag your dental hygienist(s) to show them some LOVE ❤️Myofunctional the...
04/10/2026

Happy Dental Hygiene Week & Oral Health Month! 🦷✨

Tag your dental hygienist(s) to show them some LOVE ❤️

Myofunctional therapy is a beautifully collaborative field. Professionals from several licensed backgrounds including dental hygienists, speech-language pathologists, dentists, and other healthcare providers pursue advanced education in myofunctional therapy. Each discipline brings unique expertise, helping create well-rounded, thoughtful, and highly skilled therapists.

So why do dental hygienists fit so naturally into the myofunctional world? 🧩

Dental hygienists receive extensive training in:
• Head and neck anatomy
• Oral function and development
• Airway and breathing patterns
• Oral habits and muscle function
• Preventive and long-term oral health

They also spend their days educating patients and identifying early signs that impact both oral health and overall health.

And we know oral health is connected to so much more, including:
• Heart disease
• Alzheimer's disease
• Gut health
• Sleep quality
• Airway health
• Growth and development

Because of their training and daily patient interactions, RDHs are often the first to notice signs of myofunctional disorders, such as:
• Mouth breathing
• Tongue ties
• Grinding and clenching
• Enlarged tonsils
• Narrow or vaulted palates
• Malocclusion
• Relapsed orthodontics
• Low tongue posture
• Oral habits

Dental hygienists play a critical role in early identification and referral, helping patients get the support they need sooner-which can make a lifelong difference.

I'm incredibly thankful for the amazing team of Registered Dental Hygienists at Jordan Cochran DDS, PC and for the many hygienists in and around Kearney who trust us with their patients and collaborate in care.

Your dedication to prevention, education, and whole-body health does not go unnoticed.

Thank you for all you do for your patients, your offices, and the myofunctional therapy community.

We ❤️ our RDHs!

Scroll ➡️ to see if your child's symptoms are listed!How many did they have?These symptoms are signs of something bigger...
04/01/2026

Scroll ➡️ to see if your child's symptoms are listed!

How many did they have?

These symptoms are signs of something bigger happening in their body. Myofunctional therapy can help!

Stop the snowball of symptoms so they can sleep, breath and thrive!

Give us a call!

Scroll ➡️ to see if your symptoms are listed!How many did you have?These symptoms are signs of something bigger happenin...
03/27/2026

Scroll ➡️ to see if your symptoms are listed!

How many did you have?

These symptoms are signs of something bigger happening in your body. Myofunctional therapy can help!

It's not too late, you're not too old, you don't have to "deal with it" anymore!

Give us a call!

Big news at KMT! We're bringing your therapy into the digital age. 📱✨We’re excited to announce that we’re now incorporat...
03/25/2026

Big news at KMT! We're bringing your therapy into the digital age. 📱✨

We’re excited to announce that we’re now incorporating a custom therapy app to support your myofunctional therapy journey!

Your exercises, instructions, and progress will be:
• Customized just for you
• Organized in one place
• Available anytime, anywhere
• Easy to track and follow

This is especially helpful for our virtual patients, but in-person patients benefit too — giving you extra support between sessions.

Don't worry — this does NOT replace your one-on-one instruction.
It simply enhances your care and gives you access to your therapy… right in your pocket.

Because the more supported you are, the more successful your therapy will be. 💬

We’re excited to roll this out and can’t wait for you to experience it!

Address

2501 30th Avenue
Kearney, NE
68845

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13082934212

Website

http://www.kearneymyofunctionaltherapy.com/

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