Oportunidades profesionales: Preferiblemente bilingüe (español/inglés) Patólogo bilingüe del habla y el lenguaje Asistente bilingüe de patólogo del habla y lenguaje Terapeuta Ocupacional Bilingue Asistente de terapeuta ocupacional certificado bilingüe Ven a trabajar con nosotros Seleccionar posición Entregar ¡Esperamos con interés escuchar de usted!

Pop-up Sensory Workshops are announced each month. Led by occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists, our themed group events provide opportunities to enhance developmental play skills like pretend play and cooperative play. Participants also refine communication skills such as receptive (following directions, participating in adult-led activities) and expressive vocabulary, while fostering socialization skills through creative expression and friendship building. These themed events encourage turn-taking and sharing while promoting fine motor development (dexterity, coordination, manipulation), gross motor (motor planning and processing skills), and executive function abilities (planning, organizing, and execution). Additionally, children learn socio-emotional regulation skills (identifying and coping with big feelings, transitioning between activities, and regulating impulsive behaviors) within a fun and motivating environment. The event cost is $50 , please contact our front office or continue via Square Online before the program starts. To pay via Square you must select the Online payment option in the drop-down menu and press the Online payment button. Make sure to Register after those steps are completed. We also accept the Step-Up Scholarship. If you have any questions, contact our office for more info at 813-296-7122 or email info@southshorebilingualtherapy.com After registering below, you will receive a confirmation e-mail for your placement. Register for this Month's Pop-Up Event! Child's Name Parent's Name Phone Number Email Payment Online Payment Register Thanks for submitting!

Led by occupational therapists, this program emphasizes the acquisition and maintenance of skills through structured practice sessions. Participants will focus on improving pencil grasp, fine motor coordination, and upper body strength, while also mastering letter formation and line orientation using a multi-sensory learning approach. This group meets twice a week for 60-minute sessions. The group will meet over the course of 10 weeks with courses offered quarterly. The cost is $1000 , to be paid in full either at the front office or through Square Online before the program starts. To pay via Square you must select the Online payment option in the drop-down menu and press the online payment button. Make sure to Register after those steps are completed. We also accept the Step-Up Scholarship for this program. If you have any questions, contact our office for more info at 813-296-7122 or email info@southshorebilingualtherapy.com After registering below, you will receive a confirmation e-mail for your placement. Register for the Learning Letter Formation Program! Child's Name Parent's Name Phone Number Email Payment Online Payment Register Thank you! We will be in touch with you soon.

Meet the Team Luz E. Gaona - Owner M.S., CCC-SLP Luz Gaona M.S., CCC-SLP, founder of Southshore Bilingual Therapy, Inc., is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and has been a practicing speech-language pathologist for over 16 years across a variety of settings including in-home, daycare, senior living facility, public school, outpatient hospital, and private practice. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences & Disorder from the University of South Florida and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Florida State University. Luz has received training in PROMPT level 1 Trained, D.I.R. Floortime®, and Myofascial Release. A first-generation Mexican American, Luz's roots are deeply embedded in the farm-working community of Wimauma, Florida. As a BIPOC bilingual clinician returning to the community where she was raised, she understands the importance of representation for vulnerable and marginalized individuals. She strives to provide quality pediatric therapeutic care and increase access to all regardless of their backgrounds or socioeconomic status. Over the last 16 years, she has dedicated herself to supporting families as they navigate the complexities of the healthcare system to achieve services for their loved ones. Southshore Bilingual Therapy, Inc., has been one of her most significant accomplishments, allowing her to stay true to her mission to serve with a deep sense of purpose. Additionally, as a graduate school preceptor and Clinical Fellow mentor, she aims to create an environment where future clinicians can learn to practice with a cultural humility approach and gain real-life experiences. During her spare time, Luz enjoys traveling, yoga and meditation, hanging out with her dogs, boating, and cooking Mexican food. Yessenia Perez-Perez M.A., CCC-SLP Yesenia Perez-Perez, M.A., CCC-SLP, is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Language-Speech-Hearing from the University of South Florida and a Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Central Florida. She is passionate about empowering children to find their voice using all forms of communication. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and friends, taking long walks with her dog, trying new restaurants and baking. Anacarolina Berben B.S., SLPA Anacarolina Berben, B.S., SLPA. is a bilingual pediatric speech language pathologist assistant at Southshore Bilingual Therapy, Inc. She acquired her bachelor's in Health Sciences with a concentration in biomedical sciences from the University of South Florida. Anacarolina was inspired by the field of speech pathology after experiencing the positive impact her brother’s speech pathologist made in his life. Her goal is to provide children with tools for better enrichment and success in life. Anacarolina enjoys Pilates, indulging in gluten-free snacks, and spending time with family and friends during her free time Jamie Stencel M.A., B.S., SLPA Jamie has lived in Florida for 14 years now, but is originally from Littleton, Colorado. Jamie graduated with her BA in Speech Communication Disorders with a minor in Childhood Psychology from Colorado State University and a Master's degree in Early Childhood Special Education from Northern Colorado. She taught ESE programs for 18 years and decided a couple of years ago that she wanted to return to speech. Jamie loves children and helping all children learn to communicate, whatever that looks like for them. Her experience in the classroom and training as an SLPA gives her the ability to help children in multifaceted ways. Over the years she has been certified as a dyslexic coach to help children learn to read, using methods from Orton Gillingham and the Linda Mood Bell Program. She is also trained in the RTI process and has vast knowledge of IEPs and the process. Jamie has her wonderful husband Aron whom she has been married to for 25 years. She also has 2 beautiful daughters, Audrey and Erica. Audrey recently graduated from UCF and Erica is in the UCF nursing program. In her spare time you can find her cooking, reading, or on a boat with her husband. Melissa Chavez-Santiago B.S., SLPA Melissa is a newly certified Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) who graduated from the University of South Florida in December 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Eager to launch her career, she advanced quickly into a role as a Speech Therapy Assistant, where she works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). Outside of her professional life, Melissa is enjoys trying new coffee shops, as well as finding new restaurants in Florida. Melissa also loves traveling and spending time outdoors—whether she’s walking trails, biking around, or exploring new natural spots. Lizeth S. Iboy OTD, OTR/L Lizeth Iboy, OTD, OTR/L, is a first-generation Venezuelan-American bilingual pediatric occupational therapist at South Shore Bilingual Inc. She received a Bachelor of Health Sciences from the University of South Florida and her Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from Gannon University, where she currently also works as Adjunct Faculty. Further, she is currently certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy. Prior to OT, Lizeth taught K-5 math/science in both general and ESE classrooms for 2 years, continuing to work in 6-12 education throughout her graduate program. Lizeth is an active OT researcher who has been published in the Journal of Occupational Therapy Education and is working towards expanding knowledge within the field. Outside of her professional life, Lizeth enjoys spending time with family, her dog, and baking a variety of sweets. Juliana Galarza-Mercado B.A., A.S., COTA/L Juliana Galarza-Mercado, B.A., A.S., COTA/L is a bilingual pediatric occupational therapy assistant at Southshore Bilingual Therapy Inc. She acquired her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of South Florida and recently graduated from Keiser University with her Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant and is certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy. She has always had a passion for working with kids, and her goal is to help each child live meaningful and functional lives and learn skills through play. In her free time, she enjoys photography, reading, hiking, traveling, and going to the beach. Alexandra Muller A.S., COTA/L Alex Muller, COTA/L is a passionate pediatric OT practitioner who is goal focused and compassionate. She earned her Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant from Keiser University Tampa, graduating as valedictorian. Before becoming a COTA, Alex worked as a preschool teacher and nanny for over 5 years. This experience helps her create fun, play-based activities that support children's growth and independence. She enjoys building strong connections with both her clients and their families. Selena Cadwallader B.S., A.S., COTA/L Selena Berrios, B.S., A.S., COTA/L, is a passionate pediatric occupational therapy assistant. Before being an OTA student and now working at South Shore Bilingual Therapy, Selena was an emergency medical technician with experience in trauma-based medical care. After working in emergency medicine, she wanted to see the growth and progress of her patients, which prompted her career change to Occupational Therapy. She attended Keiser University to receive her OTA degree and is currently certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy. Selena enjoys hiking with her two dogs, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with her family and friends. Jessica Gamez-Novoa Administration Jessica Gamez-Novoa is a trained healthcare professional. Specializing in organizing payments and record receipts, verifying insurance information, collecting copays, and providing community resources to all patients at Southshore Bilingual Therapy. She also provides important information regarding the Step-Up program at Southshore. Jessica enjoys spending time outdoors, getting ready, shopping, spending quality time with my family, baking, and doing crafts during her free time. Joey Segoviano Office Manager Joey is our office manager who handles scheduling and is in charge of making sure administration and daily operations at Southshore Bilingual Therapy Inc. runs smooth and efficiently.

Equipo médico duradero Actualmente, nuestra clínica está coordinando evaluaciones y ensayos para equipos médicos duraderos (DME) y dispositivos de comunicación aumentativa y alternativa (AAC), con el propósito general de facilitar el éxito y la independencia de nuestras familias tratantes. Pregúntele a nuestra recepción y/o al terapeuta tratante si el equipo que se muestra a continuación sería una buena combinación para su hijo y su familia. Requisitos Call Us

Services Southshore Bilingual Therapy Inc. provides a comprehensive range of services, including bilingual speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, feeding therapy, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication, and specialized boutique-style services. Our practice is committes to meeting children at their current level of functioning and helping them reach their full potential. We offer a wide array of speech-language and occupational therapy services for children and adolescents in a family-centered, child-friendly environment. Our services include thorough assessments, individualized interventions, and group programs. Our goal is to deliver high-quality, professional care in a nurturing and supportive setting, equipping your child with the tools they need to successfully engage with the world around them. Speech Therapy and Oral Motor Occupational Therapy Feeding Therapy Boutique Style Services

Welcome to Southshore Bilingual Therapy, Inc., an innovative private practice in the Ruskin area of Southern Hillsborough County, FL. Our practice is dedicated to meeting children at their individual functioning level and promoting their potential abilities. "Embracing uniqueness, promoting potential" "We are a boutique-style pediatric outpatient speech-language and occupational therapy private practice offering personalized and specialized services. Our highly trained speech pathologists and occupational therapists provide individualized therapy in an outpatient office setting." Estado de la misión Promover el crecimiento brindando terapia basada en evidencia en un entorno enriquecedor y divertido que celebra la singularidad. Terapia del habla y lenguaje, ocupacional y de alimentación en persona y/o a través de teleterapia "Love this place! They genuinely care about your child. The facility is always clean. The therapist are extremely knowledgeable. The front desk are always helpful. Most importantly they accommodate your child’s needs and constantly advocate for them! They truly go above and beyond! We are grateful to have found this place." - LaReina Penaranda

Please read each group's description! Preschool Group A group designed for children ages 3-4 years old. Therapist-led small group sessions are centered around the achievement of sensory and emotional regulation, play, and age-appropriate developmental skills crucial for their growth and interactions across all-natural settings. Through engaging activities and guided interactions, children learn to navigate social language skills, develop joint attention skills, and engage in cooperative play with their peers. Sessions will be 1 time a week, 60 minutes per session, over the course of 4 weeks. The price for the sessions is $250. Elementary Group A group designed for children ages 5-8 years old . A therapist-led small group sessions are centered around the achievement of sensory and emotional regulation, creative expression and self-advocacy, safety awareness including stranger danger, direction-following, and coping strategies, as well as communication and play skills. Our therapists place a strong emphasis on fostering pragmatic skills vital for social interaction and communication. Through engaging activities and guided interactions, children learn to navigate social language skills, develop joint attention skills, and engage in cooperative play with their peers Sessions will be 1 time a week, 60 minutes per session, over the course of 4 weeks. The price for the sessions is $250. Intermediate Group This group is designed for children ages 9-12 years old . Therapist-led small group sessions are centered around achievement of sensory and emotional regulation, creative expression and self-advocacy, safety awareness including stranger danger, direction-following and coping strategies, as well as communication and play skills. Our therapists place a strong emphasis on fostering pragmatic skills vital for social interaction and communication. Through engaging activities and guided interactions, children learn to navigate social language skills, develop joint attention skills, and engage in cooperative play with their peers. Sessions will be 1 time a week, 60 minutes per session, over the course of 4 weeks. The price for the sessions is $250. Teens Group Designed for preteens and teens aged 13 and above who have difficulty with the skills listed below. Therapist-led sessions that focus on various aspects of executive functioning, including working memory, cognitive flexibility, time management, organization/planning, emotional regulation, problem-solving, behavior management, attention/focus, and self-monitoring/impulse control. We prioritize the enhancement of pragmatic skills crucial for effective social interaction and communication. Through interactive activities among peers, participants will actively explore and hone these skills in a structured yet enjoyable environment. Our aim is to furnish them with the fundamental skills required for successful social interactions and cognitive growth, establishing a robust groundwork for their future learning endeavors. Come join us on this rewarding journey dedicated to empowering young learners to excel socially and academically. This group is held 1 time a week, for 60-minute sessions, over the course of 4 weeks. The cost is $250 . To pay via Square you must select the Online payment option in the drop-down menu and press the Online payment button. Make sure to Register after those steps are completed. The Step-Up Scholarship is also accepted for this program. If you have any questions, contact our office for more info at 813-296-7122 or email info@southshorebilingualtherapy.com After registering below, you will receive a confirmation e-mail for your placement. Register for the Executive Functioning & Pragmatic/Social Groups! Child's Name Parent's Name Phone Number Email Choose a Group Payment Online Payment Register Thank you! We will be in touch with you soon.

Contact Us Address 707 W. Lake Dr. Wimauma, FL 33598 Contact Phone: (813) 296-7122 Fax: (813) 303-1074 info@southshorebilingualtherapy.com Business Hours Mon - Fri 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

¿Aceptas seguro? Aceptamos la mayoría de los seguros de Medicaid para garantizar la igualdad de acceso a la atención. La Beca de Empoderamiento Familiar (anteriormente conocida como Gardner) cuidado de la salud unido Aetna ¿Qué pasa si mi plan no está en la lista? No estamos dentro de la red con la mayoría de las compañías de seguros comerciales. Southshore Bilingual Therapy, Inc. ofrece planes de pago privados para evaluaciones y terapia. También puede buscar cobertura fuera de la red con su compañía de seguros directamente para verificar si el reembolso a través de su plan está disponible. Insurances currently accepted: Aetna Ambette r ATA/Medicaid CMS Healthy Kids Simply Health Sunshine Health Tricare United Healthcare StepUp Scholarships For Students Seguro de autopago Los beneficios de pagar por cuenta propia: Servicio basado en necesidad Sin esperas para iniciar la terapia Evite las denegaciones de terapia y los límites de visitas Evite las restricciones comunes basadas en el diagnóstico Mejora de la eficiencia de la práctica, lo que reduce los costos del cliente y aumenta la calidad. Respetamos las necesidades de nuestros niños y familias y ofrecemos tarifas razonables. Si su plan de seguro familiar tiene copagos/coseguros o un deducible alto, tiene sentido pagar de su bolsillo los servicios para estar libre de las limitaciones y factores estresantes del seguro. Hemos decidido adoptar este enfoque para nuestras familias, para que los servicios sean dictados por nuestros terapeutas expertos, no por las compañías de seguros. Lo que es más importante, ofrecemos servicios de alta calidad que utilizan técnicas respaldadas por investigaciones y que tienen en cuenta a toda la familia. Nos preocupamos por nuestros clientes y nos enorgullecemos de ver el progreso realizado, la comunicación mejorada y un futuro mejor para su hijo.

Terapia ocupacional pediátrica ¿Qué es la Terapia Ocupacional Pediátrica? “Lograr la salud, el bienestar y la participación en la vida a través de la participación en la ocupación” es la declaración general que describe el dominio y el proceso de la terapia ocupacional en su sentido más completo. (The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, agosto de 2020, Vol. 74, Supl. 2) Los terapeutas ocupacionales pediátricos (OT, por sus siglas en inglés) consideran todos los aspectos del perfil ocupacional de un niño, incluidos sus roles como hijo o hija, hermano, estudiante/aprendiz temprano, amigo de sus compañeros. Como base para la selección de intervenciones motivadoras de OT calificadas adaptadas al niño individual, el OT aprende acerca de los intereses y actividades favoritas del niño. Los objetivos de la terapia ocupacional se relacionan con mejorar la participación exitosa en las actividades cotidianas, como jugar/aprender, atención, dormir, habilidades de afrontamiento/descanso, habilidades de relación/interacción, tareas de cuidado personal (vestirse, alimentarse, cepillarse los dientes, ir al baño, bañarse). Cada niño tiene una personalidad individual, métodos de afrontamiento, perfil del sistema nervioso que revela habilidades de modulación y procesamiento sensorial, y varía en habilidades motoras/físicas, emocionales, cognitivas y de desempeño social. Además de proporcionar una intervención OT directa con los niños, los terapeutas ocupacionales pediátricos colaboran con los cuidadores y brindan capacitación práctica a los cuidadores/padres para apoyar la implementación exitosa del programa recomendado en el hogar por parte de la familia. Aspectos del Dominio de la Terapia Ocupacional (Marco de Práctica de Terapia Ocupacional: Dominio y Proceso Cuarta Edición publicado en The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, agosto de 2020, vol. 74, Supl. 2) Programas y Servicios Aprendiendo sin lágrimas: Prepárese para la escuela (aprendizaje temprano preescolar; preparación escolar) Escritura a mano sin lágrimas (grados K-5) Teclado sin lágrimas (grados K-5) Otro: Reparación de inversión de letras (grados 1-5) Intervenciones de calambres del escritor (Tendon Glides HEP, fortalecimiento de la mano, evaluación del estilo de agarre) Apoyos de aprendizaje individualizados para apoyar todos los estilos y habilidades de aprendizaje (organizadores gráficos...) AVD de cuidado personal, AIVD de habilidades para la vida: ¡Cuidado personal con estilo! (enseñanza con imágenes y rimas) Secuenciación funcional para ADL, IADL Desarrollo de rutinas de autocuidado Historias de cuidado personal Enfoque sensorial oral secuencial para la alimentación (enfoque SOS) Procesamiento Sensorial, Modulación Sensorial, Regulación Emocional, Regulación Estatal, Atención: Conceptos básicos en acción (procesamiento sensorial y preocupaciones sobre el control motor) Entrenamiento de astronautas (protocolo vestibular-visual activado por sonido) Desarrollo de una Dieta Sensorial Individualizada utilizando el enfoque Brain Works La escala de recopilación de datos de estrategias sensoriales para la programación del hogar (SOSS) Creación de escalas individualizadas de 5 puntos Acomodaciones, Adaptaciones para la Independencia Modificada Horarios visuales Historias sensoriales, Historias sociales Intervención de desarrollo de relaciones (RDI) Las Zonas de Regulación Metodología del Pensamiento Social Logro de los peldaños de VMI: Enfoque de desarrollo Integración visomotora (coordinación ojo-mano) Enfoque de desarrollo Habilidades visuales-perceptivas Enfoque de desarrollo Coordinación motora fina Mecánica: agarre del lápiz, postura, orientación izquierda-derecha, posición del papel para el dominio de la mano

Boutique-Style Services Providing Everything You Need Consultations Our Speech and Language Pathologist, and Occupational Therapist can provide professional consultations to parents and other professionals through video or phone calls. Some examples of concerns that can be discussed during said consultations include, but are not limited to: Concerns regading your child's developmental and communication progress. Discussions regarding a challenging client on your caseload. If you need novel therapy ideas and recommendations for refined treatments. Consultations about a particular disorder and ways to most-appropriately guide their treatment journey. Concerns regarding community resourcesa available to your child. IEP meetings support Schedule our SLP and/or OT for your next IEP meeting. Our professionals can guide you through the process, support you and advocate for your child's needs, as well as make sure the Individualized Education Plan built is individualized to your child's strengths and needs. Workshops We provide individualized workshops to teachers and/or parents in the form of an in-service; in-person or through video calls with the purpose of helping others better serve their community. These meetings serve as an educational time to expand your knowledge and learn about any concerns related to Speech Therapy Services, Occupational Therapy, Community Resources and Supports, and more. Some discussion topics can include, but are not limited to: Sensory Strategies to support kids in the classroom or home environment. Creative low-tech strategies to help your child communicate in the classroom and home environment How to communicate with and support a child with developmental and speech delays Friendly and skilled techniques to aid a picky eater during mealtimes across all environments. Redirection strategies for disruptive behaviors. Coaching Our therapists provide coaching to parents by supporting them though the use of individualized behavior management strategies, establishment of daily routines, and providing education and training to elicit evolution of developmental milestones and techniques to aid your child during times of over-stimulation. Life skills coaching can also be provided to diverse populations, including teenagers in need of daily supports, or parents struggling with burnout. Durable Medical Equipment Prior to scheduling an evaluation with a direct DME (Durable Medical Equipment) provider, our therapists highly recommend participating in a consultation to discuss ways to acquire insurance coverage through the fulfillment of established pre-requisites, as well as to find the best equipment for your child's unique needs. Please click below for further information on some medical equipment available to you and your family. Let's Go How can we help? First name Email Last name Phone Tell us what you need help with Send Thanks for submitting! We’ll get back to you shortly.