STEPS for Kids Pediatric Therapy

12/27/2025

Finishing 2025 with 25 episodes of the podcast! Wondering about our approach to behaviors at STEPS for Kids? Now you can binge on STEPS Together to find out! Follow along wherever you get your podcasts or click through link in comments.

"Small steps, Big success!" 💃

25 Episodes and a growing community! Thank you to everyone who has listened and provided feedback to help me improve and expand the podcast. I appreciate connecting with each of you! I'm looking forward to continued growth and many more connections with all of you in 2026!

🎧 Have you listened?! Drop a comment below and let me know what episode really made an impact for you. What topic do you want me to explore in a future episode?

😨 Haven't listened yet?! There are plenty of episodes now to warrant a "binge listen" this weekend! Follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! Don't miss any of the episodes!

Catch the latest episode on finding joy with your child in everyday moments. Let's head into 2026 joyfully, focused on growth and change that makes a real difference for you and your child. ❤

12/17/2025

🚨Now scheduling for OT and Speech therapy visits!
We currently have openings for OT and Speech therapy and would love to meet you! 😁

✨Come see why so many parents choose STEPS for Kids for their child's therapy needs.
✔ Play-based and relationship focused therapy that supports the whole child.
✔ Compassionate care that recognizes YOUR challenges in parenting and advocating for your child.
✔ Experienced pediatric therapists who are passionate about serving families and improving children's lives.
✔ Collaborative care partnering with other providers and keeping parents center in the process.

Looking to get an evaluation in before the end of the year? Give us a call!
Looking to start the new year with the support you've been searching for? We've got you covered!

Spots are limited and will fill up fast! Contact us today to find out more and book your appointment ~ 630-552-9890 or Contact Us through website link in comments!

12/12/2025

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12/09/2025

Looking for Kids activities over the winter break? We've got you covered! Two play-filled groups now available: LEGO Play Group and Games Group!

Two age groups, four sessions each. Sign up for one or more. $30 per one hour session, save $5 per session when you sign up for ANY four!

Check the link in bio for our Groups and Activities page to learn more and register today! Space is limited so don't delay!

12/09/2025

🧐Looking to keep your child busy and build skills over the winter school break? We've got you covered! Check out the new groups at our Yorkville clinic and snag your child's spot today!

✨Lego®Play Group: two age groups, 4 different sessions between 12/22/25 and 1/2/26. Perfect for your Lego enthusiast and packed with skill-building opportunities and friends!

✨Games Group: two age groups, 4 different sessions between 12/22/25 and 1/2/26. We'll play a variety of familiar and new games - card games, board games, collaborative games and strategy games (but no video games!). Building skills and making friends is the name of this game!

$30 per one hour session, discounted to $25 per session when you sign up for ANY four sessions!
See link in comments for more details and to register.
SPACE IS LIMITED!! Questions? Give us a call! 630-552-9890

12/01/2025

Wondering how you're going to get through this season? Check out this podcast series from our founder!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! With gratitude to all of our families and our community. We are so very thankful for the opportunity to be a part of your lives. Wishing everyone many moments of connection, joy and gratitude today and always. 🦃🎊❤️

10/31/2025

📢REMINDER❗
Route 47 will be closed to ALL traffic on Monday and Tuesday 11/3 and 11/4. Please plan ahead for getting to your appointment if this will impact your drive time! Please note that the recommended detour on Route 71 is under construction! We encourage alternative routes that work for you. 😉

T-minus 6 days!
Please see the official detour map provided by IDOT for the upcoming Route 47 closure from Sunday, November 2nd through Tuesday, November 4th.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Commercial vehicle traffic will not be permitted through the closure area. The roadway and surrounding intersections do not have adequate space to accommodate large vehicle rerouting. All commercial and truck traffic must follow the posted detour route to ensure safety, reduce congestion, and prevent potential property damage.

10/24/2025

Get ready for Halloween Spirit Week!
Check for your day of attendance and join the fun! Trick or Treat with STEPS for Kids all week!

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09/08/2025

Check out the latest podcast from STEPS for Development for tips on choosing strategies and supports that really work!

✨ New Podcast Episode Alert! ✨

Have you ever tried ALL the strategies—visual charts, reward systems, calming tools—only to find that your child still melts down, resists, or shuts down? 😩

You’re not alone. In this week’s episode of STEPS Together, “When Good Tools Fail,” we’ll dive into why the tools and strategies that work for other kids sometimes don’t work for yours… and what to do instead. 💡

This conversation will help you:
✔️ Understand why those tools aren’t “wrong” but may not match your child’s needs.
✔️ Learn how to "think like a therapist" and find what actually works for your unique child.
✔️ Take the pressure off yourself—you’re not failing, you’re just missing the right fit.

🎧 Listen now and start shifting from frustration to confidence: link is in comments!

💬 Have you ever tried a tool that “should” work but didn’t? Share your story in the comments—I’d love to hear what you’ve experienced!

(photo credit: freepik.com)

08/18/2025

Our philosophy at STEPS for Kids is rooted in relationships, play and empowerment for children and their caregivers. Did you know that our founder, Debra Johnson, is now hosting a podcast that highlights our approach and shares all kinds of tips, strategies and encouragement for caregivers? You can find the latest episode here (also on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music) - take a listen and share!

STEPS for Kids provides Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapy for children from birth through adolescence. We are also now offering parent coaching services. Your child does NOT need to be attending therapy at STEPS for Kids to access parent coaching. Questions about our services? You can message us here or contact us through our website (link in comments and bio). Phone: 630-552-9890

Supporting a child with unique needs comes with layers most people never see — balancing school meetings, therapy sessions, sensory needs, and emotional ups and downs, all while trying to connect and guide. It’s a constant juggle of time, energy, ...

07/31/2025

Our approach to helping parents help their children: Strength-based and relationship focused, rooted in the neuroscience of development and emotional regulation. Learn about co-regulation through the latest podcast from STEPS for Development Education & Consulting. (link in comments!)

OT supports parents in learning how to co-regulate with their child so that children can learn the skills they need for self-regulation. From infancy through adulthood, we all seek co-regulation from others. Learning how to remain calm in the face of meltdowns takes practice. Is your child struggling with self-regulation? Are you unsure where to start? Call today for a free consult to see if OT is right for your child! 630-552-9890