The timeline for results depends on your child’s unique needs, the specific challenges being addressed, and the consistency of the strategies we implement together. Some families notice improvements in just a few weeks, while others see gradual progress over several months.

Traditional feeding therapy often focuses primarily on behavioral strategies or oral-motor exercises without addressing the underlying systems that affect feeding. My BLOOM Framework takes a comprehensive approach by examining five interconnected pillars: Balanced Health, Learned Oral Skills, Optimal Microbiome, Open Exploration, and Mealtime Boundaries. This allows us to address not just what you see on the surface (food refusal, limited diets) but the root causes beneath the behaviors—whether that's gut health imbalances, sensory sensitivities, or developmental patterns. By supporting all systems simultaneously, we create lasting change rather than temporary improvements.

Many families come to me after trying multiple other therapies without seeing the results they hoped for. The difference in my approach is that I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all solution. By thoroughly assessing all five pillars of the BLOOM Framework, we often uncover overlooked factors that have been preventing progress. My background combining speech-language pathology with holistic wellness gives me a unique perspective that bridges traditional therapy and functional health approaches. Families frequently tell me they finally feel understood and hopeful after our first meeting, even after years of frustration.

Customization begins with our comprehensive initial assessment, where I evaluate all five pillars of the BLOOM Framework as they relate to your child's unique situation. I consider their developmental history, current challenges, family dynamics, and health background to identify which systems need the most support. Rather than applying a standard protocol, I prioritize interventions based on your child's specific needs and your family's goals and values. Throughout our work together, we continually reassess and adjust strategies based on your child's progress and response, ensuring our approach evolves as your child does.

My services are not typically covered by traditional insurance as they represent a holistic approach that extends beyond the scope of conventional medical models. However, many families have successfully used their HSA or FSA accounts to cover my services as qualified health expenses. I also offer payment plans to make this investment in your child's health more manageable. What my clients consistently tell me is that the results they see—and the skills and knowledge they gain—prove to be invaluable compared to years of trying other approaches that didn't address the root causes of their child's challenges.

Results vary based on your child's unique situation, but families typically report improvements across multiple areas within the first month of implementing our strategies. Common early changes include decreased mealtime stress, willingness to interact with previously rejected foods, improved digestive symptoms, and better sleep patterns. By three months, most families see significant expansion in accepted foods, improved eating skills, and enhanced overall well-being. The most meaningful outcomes, however, extend beyond just eating—parents frequently share that their child's anxiety has decreased, family mealtimes have become enjoyable again, and they finally feel equipped with the knowledge to support their child's continued growth.