We firmly believe in an individualistic, neurodivergent-affirming practice at Root to Rise Pediatrics. First and foremost, your child's goals and your family's goals are the most important, whether that involves improving emotional regulation and sensory processing or showing up as uniquely you in your social community as often as possible in a safe way. We strive to teach skills that will help you overcome the challenges you currently face and those yet to come.
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New look,
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A Note for Neurodivergent Families
We recognize and respect the diverse perspectives within the neurodivergent community. Whether you view your child's neurodiversity as a unique difference or a disability, we are committed to providing support that aligns with your family's perspective and needs. We are here to listen, understand, and support you and your child, regardless of how you choose to frame or describe their neurodivergent identity. We acknowledge that for some families, the daily struggles may feel more profound than simply a difference.​ We're here to support your family to find ways to improve day-to-day life. Our focus is on creating an inclusive, affirming environment where every child and family feels valued and understood.
Coming Soon... An outdoor, play based social skills group located in the beautiful Bragg Creek area (a short 25 minutes from Calgary). This group is open to both neurodivergent and neurotypical kiddos. This group is available to kiddos with FSCD funding for a very small out-of-pocket fee. ​​​​​
Root & Gather
An Outdoor Social Emotional Learning Group
(FSCD Reimbursement Available)
Outdoor, movement-oriented, play-based social emotional learning groups designed to teach about neurodiversity and explore the wide array of ways people engage and communicate. These groups will provide real social engagement opportunities to practice real-time applying the knowledge taught to children all while creating, playing, and moving in the beautiful forest of Bragg Creek, located 25 minutes west of Calgary.
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Are you looking to spend time working on:
- Building social skills
- Understanding the variations in people's ways of communicating
- Reading nonverbal cues
- Being curious to understand peers
- Always defaulting to kindness
- Finding ways to regulate individual's nervous system outdoors
- Practicing emotional regulation skills
-Understanding ones own sensory needs & what others might be
- Strengthening fine and gross motor skills
- Having opportunities to learn about new foods and share a group snack (provided)
- Developing pretend play and creative skills
​**Now I know the drive may be intimidating however please note that this quick drive has no traffic lights or traffic jams! Also this time provides a perfect opportunity for you to have connection time with your child. We'll even give you a "Car Conversations" Sheet to give you topics to chat about on the way home. While your child is in group, you can soak up the beauty of Bragg Creek at one of the many cafe's, walking trails or shops.
Virtual Private Services
Virtual parent-coaching occupational therapy services to empower parents to support their kids in meeting their goals.
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Are you looking to spend time on?
​- Strengthening the muscles in the hands to improve coordination (Fine motor skills)
- Supporting big emotions for small events (emotional regulation)
- Building social and play skills
- Seeking, missing or avoiding sensations (sensory processing)
- Increasing variety and quantity of food (feeding support)
- Learning toileting, dressing or grooming (self-care skills)
and more!
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