San Diego Kids First is thrilled to announce that we’re opening new groups for girls aged 12–17! All girls in this age range are welcome, and to create the most supportive and meaningful experience, participants will be placed into smaller groups with peers close in age. Middle and high school can be a challenging time, filled with [...]
Are you or your teen feeling overwhelmed by emotions, sensory challenges, or struggling to feel connected to your body? Our occupational therapy services offer a holistic, body-centered approach to help you navigate life's challenges with confidence and ease. What We Offer: - Mindfulness Practices: Reduce stress and cultivate emotional balance. Interoception Skills: Build awareness of [...]
We are excited to welcome Dr. Anna Basanty to our San Diego Kids First team! With extensive training and experience in psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions, Dr. Basanty is passionate about helping children and adolescents (ages 10 - 18) reach their full potential. She specializes in working with youth facing social and emotional challenges, including [...]
Understanding the various types of therapy available for children can be overwhelming, so we want to help clarify the unique benefits of OT and how it differs from psychotherapy. Occupational Therapy vs Traditional Therapy Occupational Therapy (OT) focuses on helping children develop the skills they need for everyday activities and addresses specific barriers that hinder [...]
At San Diego Kids First, we are committed to supporting every child's unique developmental journey. By introducing occupational therapy services, we aim to be as helpful as possible to parents and caregivers by providing the resources and support needed to ensure the best outcomes for your children. We are excited to announce that we are [...]
Introducing Our New Occupational Therapy Services! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Occupational Therapy (OT) services at San Diego Kids First! Our team of dedicated professionals is eager to support your child's development and help them reach their full potential in a fun and nurturing environment. Occupational Therapy is a [...]
WE ARE EXCITED TO SHARE WE ARE NOW OFFERING A NEW SERVICE AT SAN DIEGO BEHAVIOR SOLUTIONS !! IN-HOME EXPOSURE RESPONSE PREVENTION (ERP) treatment for children and adolescents with OCD ! I have some very exciting news to share with you all! We have just launched a new therapeutic in-home service specifically designed to help [...]
We have now uploaded the full recording of our information session with Dr. Kuleto on our website! WATCH THE VIDEO HERE! In the video, Dr. Pontillo and Dr. Kuleto discuss and answer client's questions about children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and medication that addresses the associated symptoms. Some questions that we answered include: -What symptoms [...]
We are very excited to announce that a new round of our San Diego Behavior Solutions Social Stars group training is starting on July 15th! Grab your spot while you can, our groups are filling quickly! Our Social Stars group will meet from 4:00-5:30 pm. This is a 6-week course from July 15th to August [...]
As well all know the growing number of children and teens that are becoming victims of online predators are alarming. As discussed this morning on my interview with CBS news, I recommend using a internet safety contract with your child or teen to encourage safe and responsible internet use. Please feel free to comment with [...]
