What Our Families Say
Hear directly from the families we’ve had the privilege to serve on our testimonials page below. These heartfelt stories from parents and caregivers reflect the transformative impact our therapy services have had on their children’s lives, offering a glimpse into the supportive and caring environment we strive to provide.
Sarah D.
We loved everyone at Child’s Play!—Jessi especially was so encouraging and helpful for my baby as... he learned to take food and drink by mouth. He graduated today and I couldn’t be more proud of him, and definitely have Jessi and the rest of the team to thank! Highly recommend!read more
Courtney M.
Heather Carlton was amazing and patient with my son who was nervous. Very happy with our first... session!read more
Shanna S.
My son goes to child’s play therapy for speech and OT. I love my experience from the front desk to... the therapy he receives. Sam is the best. She is caring, patient, and knowledgeable in areas of techniques for my son. My sons asks everyday to go to OT! I am thankful for the care and attention Sam gives to my son at Child’s Play!read more
Sarah B.
We love Childs Play! My son recently start Speech and OT here and they have been nothing but... helpful and kind with our transition into a new clinical setting. The staff is so friendly especially Shana who has followed up with us and has made sure all of our paperwork is in order. Miss Bonnie I'd my son's speech therapist and she has been so sweet and kind towards my son. He looks forward to therapy every week.read more
Brandy W.
My daughter had an amazing time here! She grew so much! we love her speech therapist Ms. Catherine... and Ms. Bonnie. They were both God sent and so loving, caring and kind to both my children. We appreciate this center so much for giving us the tools to better our child’s speech! Thank you!read more
Channing C
We are in love with Child's Play in Chelsea! Ms. Anna and Ms. Kelly have been so kind and... encouraging, and most important they have been extremely effective with their therapy methods even though we have only had a few sessions. They are knowledgeable and patient, and we could not be more grateful for this entire facility that has truly been a blessing in our lives. My child looks so forward to coming here! If I could give Child's Play a million stars I would😊⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!read more
Kathleen L.
Child’s Play has been life changing for everyone in our family! My daughter has seen Ms. Chandon... for 2.5 years for OT. She has also worked with Mrs. Lacey and Mrs. Kathryn for speech. My son has been with Ms. Bonnie for speech.Needless to say, we have had a lot of experience with many of the therapists here, and we have never been disappointed.I am a dyslexia therapist in the area, and I always recommend my students come here for an evaluation. It’s amazing what these therapists can accomplish!read more
Kristen G.
We’ve had the best experience at Child’s Play Therapy Center in Huntsville. Our 3 year old started... going to OT & Speech for feeding therapy when he was 2 years old. He was 100% G-tube fed, and a year later eats all meals by mouth. We are so grateful for the wonderful ladies who have worked with him and our family! The therapists are patient, personal, knowledgeable, and creative! We highly recommend Child’s Play!!read more
Michelle K.
Ms Jane Levine is so sweet and great with our daughter’s physical therapy needs. Everyone we’ve met... at Child’s Play is so genuinely sweet!read more
Kellen M.
We love Mrs. Alia! She has been so patient with my child and we are seeing improvement each time... she sees her for speech.read more
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Maryjane was fantastic. She worked with my son and she is fabulous !!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Lillian S.
I cannot accurately express how grateful I am for everyone at Child’s Play! My child has received... every therapy offered by them with a high rate of success! Taylor and Jessi were amazing at helping us address feeding and speech issues. Jessi has a calm, nurturing approach to dealing the children and parents! The progress my child has made in the last 7 months of speech therapy is remarkable, and something we never expected! Emily has allowed my child to thrive thanks to the physical therapy she provided! Katy has helped my child work through sensory, fine motor, and behavioral challenges in occupational therapy! And Misty is always so sweet and welcoming when we call or come in. Seriously, this is an all-around great place to receive services!read more
Amy B.
Shelly has been so amazing with my child and he really trusts her and feels at ease with her.
Jacey E.
We have loved the care and support we have received here with our son. Katy Smith is a phenomenal... Occupational Therapist. My son is always excited to go “to the gym” and we have seen improvement with him and have been taught coping strategies and tools to guide him to success. We are very happy with our care!read more
Alicia S.
My children have attended Child's Play for a while now. I cannot say enough wonderful things about... the therapists and the staff. Martha and Bailey are wonderful with my toddlers and I have seen improvements in their speech. Danielle has been amazing with my oldest.read more
Kandra W.
We absolutely love Child’s Play Therapy! They were a huge help with my oldest and now working with... my youngest. Mrs. Shelly Z and Caroline C and her assistant really are great with him. Super patient and understanding and always find the best way to help him.read more
Chelsea C.
Emily is a fabulous PT! She has done an outstanding job building a relationship with my child as... well as helping with recovery / making it fun.read more
Karen A.
I have two kids that attend there!My middle son has done speech with Mrs. Shelley and OT with Mrs.... Teresa. Shelley is very knowledgeable about speech and has helped my son to be able to talk where we can understand him.Teresa has always made his sessions fun and exciting! She prints activities based on the toy he brings that week.My younger son sees Elinor for speech. She makes his therapy fun with games and toys. She makes interactive booklets to help him with certain phrases.My kids really enjoy going there. I’ve seen an improvement in both.Unlike some reviews that claim positive reviews are rewarded with prizes- I was not offered anything in return for mine.read more
Caylee R.
We’ve been seeing Danielle for almost 2 months now and she is fantastic! My son has struggled... through my recent divorce and needed help opening up and dealing with big emotions. He’s made leaps and bounds since working with her and he looks forward to going to play with her.read more
Meg M.
We have had a wonderful experience at Child’s Play in Chelsea. Bailey has been such a blessing to... our daughter. She has made so much progress and looks forward to her visit each week.read more
Kari B.
Child’s play in Chelsea has been such a blessing to our family. My daughter struggles with a... spectrum disorder and has been recently diagnosed with dyslexia. Not only has she surpassed many language goals set for her by her therapist, Martha Davis, but she is now a grade level reader. We can’t thank Martha enough for her tender love and care for our daughter. Child’s Play has made all the difference in the classroom and beyond the classroom.read more
Eboni J.
Emily is the best. My son loves her!!
Emmanuel J. Watkins (.
Very thankful for my child receiving services with Mrs. Shelley Zepp. Mrs. Shelley is attentive to... the needs of my child and ensures the progression and awareness of certain words/situations. We are grateful for Mrs. Shelley!read more
Brianna W.
Anne Maddox is amazing!
Anna S.
We love coming to child’s play! We have learned so much and our therapist Elinor is excellent!
Max M.
My brother has loved coming to the summer social camp with Caroline.
Kirsten M.
Our son has had a lot of OT therapy in his 11 years and Morgan Berndt is one of the best we have... had!read more
Sharetta K.
Alia was patient and sweet! Would definitely recommend!!!
Alias J Tene C.
Alia always keep a smile on my baby’s face. He asks for her all week and knows he’ll get to hang... with Alia every Friday. And let’s not forget Alisha. She is the most awesomely awesome in every way. Thanks for helping me rework Jeremiah’s schedule so he doesn’t miss a beat. Hopefully you get a Trenta from Starbucks.read more
Lizmarie A.
Ms Andrea Reed is EXCELLENT. She provides strategies and tips to better handle our impulses! We... love her!read more
Sarah F.
Swayze at the front desk and our OT, Lauren were absolutely wonderful for making us feel... comfortable and welcome at our first appointment. I feel very optimistic and comfortable having them care for my child.read more
Hannah S.
My son has attended Child's Play Therapy for a year and half now. We have been very happy with the... therapy he has recieved from his OT Lauren Goodson. She is very knowledgeable and, great with our son. He has made a lot of progress. He will be graduating soon and I can't say enough great things about the Child's Play staff! We will miss you guys when our child has completed his goals. Thank you for all you do.read more
Sarah W.
Child’s Play has been so incredibly helpful to me and my children. My daughter saw Katharyn for a... year before starting preschool, and I felt so much more comfortable with her starting school after having worked with her. She made my daughter enjoy coming for therapy, and her progress with speech was excellent. It felt like she was visiting a friend weekly. We’ve returned for the summer before kindergarten, and Bonnie is helping with her this time. Swayze and Andrea are so helpful and kind, and I’ve just really appreciated the professionalism yet kindness we receive whenever we are there.read more
DC T.
Our therapist Elinor Anthony has infinite patience and joy. She is so very well-suited to help... children with their speech.read more
Sara P.
We feel so lucky to have Chandon as my daughters OT. She's been great!!
Kevin H.
Our OT, Lauren, goes above and beyond to service our son! She is hard working, compassionate, and... willing to try new things to better reach our son! Thank you so much, Lauren!read more
Andrea C.
Ashley is an incredible Occupational Therapist! My daughter has such a special bond with her and... she has grown by leaps and bounds with Occupational Therapy! I would recommend ChildsPlay Therapy for your little one.read more
Elizabeth V.
We’ve only been 3 times so far, but each time the staff has been warm, friendly and helpful! My... sons therapist Mary McKinney is always so engaging and professional! Gives me hope for the first time that we’ll finally see improvement with his behaviors!read more
Liz T.
Caroline (OT) has made our lives so much better and joyful in so many ways. She has helped my child... recognize his big emotions and given him the tools to deal with them. We love our time with her each week!read more
Lisa M.
We love Child’s Play! Everyone is so welcoming and helpful. Emily is our therapist and our daughter... loves her and is learning so much. We love going to therapy every week!read more
Jennifer H.
Caroline Caldwell in OT is fantastic!
Stephen B.
Take my brother here every Thursday. Denise is an absolute saint.
Tiffany T.
Denise is awesome! She has helped my son tremendously since coming to OT. She cares and is very... patient. My son loves coming to Child’s Play and does not like to miss an appointment. I am very grateful for the impact that Denise has had on my child.read more
Lwilson 0.
Ms. Danielle is such a sweet and helpful receptionist! Her kindness goes a long way when a person... has had a long and stressful day. Thank you, Ms. Danielle!read more
Rachel M.
We have been super impressed with all the staff Child's Play. My son looks forward to his time... with Jessica Varnadore and his OT each week. He has made a lot of progress. The new building and location are top notch.read more
Alexa B.
My 5 yr old sees Denise Dixon for Occupational Therapy and Elinor Anthony for Speech. His behavior,... communication and confidence has improved so much! We are so grateful for your help! Can’t thank you enough🥰read more
Brooke O.
Jenny at the front desk is incredible. She makes our experience positive every single time we are... at Child’s Play. We are so thankful for her!read more
Abigail B.
We love working with Brantley P. (and Cindy Nicholson), Andrea and Michaella! Our son has come a... long way in his speech and communication after many ear infections and tubes as a little tone. Their strategies have also helped us in our journey as parents and in supporting L’s school experiences. We’re so thankful for all the practice and support from Child’s Play!read more
Amber S.
Mrs. Shelley has been working with me & my son for a while now & we couldn’t ask for anyone better.... My son has progressed so much throughout our speech therapy journey and it shows she wants the best for every child she works with. We couldn’t be more thankful for her, her shadow, and the office entirely.read more
Allyson S.
I cannot recommend this place enough. The staff are so caring and kind. The difference and progress... my son has made in a year is remarkable. Caroline F. is amazing!read more
Jessica S.
Caroline Favrot is the absolute best and my son adores her. The entire team is amazing and very... caring. They go above and beyond to accommodate our schedules and make us feel welcomed. Highly recommend them! ♥️read more
Lee W.
This place is wonderful. They are very professional and always treated us with respect and... understanding. I highly recommend them if you are in need of their services.read more
Natalie T.
Had my daughter’s initial visit and I must say I am so glad we came here! Professional and... friendly! One of the big things for me is having a place where I’m able to bring all 3 kids with me. The staff was very supportive! Excited for the journey here!read more
Monica G.
I have had 2 children receive speech therapy services at this facility. The therapist are always... thoughtful and thorough with their assessments and recommendations for continued progress at home. Both of my children received such incredible care that they are now doing exceedingly better with communicating.read more
Sarah Jane G.
I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH WONDERFUL THINGS ABOUT THIS PLACE & LITERALLY EVERYONE THERE!!!! Swayze,... Alisha, Parker, Katie, Ashley, Schneider, & Erin are just absolutely incredible!!! We are so very grateful to each of them & always will be:)read more
Rena T.
My daughter and I love it, my friend and her daughter and niece love it here too. We highly... recommend Mrs. Danielle R. ❤ She has been phenomenal.read more
Tiffany M.
I can't say enough good things about Child's Play in Hoover! Our daughter started seeing Ms.... Shelley for speech almost 1.5 years ago. We have since started seeing Ms. Kimberly as well. Both Shelley and Kimberly have been absolute angels and have helped our daughter SO much! We are so very thankful for all of the hard work they have put into helping our family. I'd also like to praise the office staff as they have always been the sweetest and kindest every time I have had to reach out to them, which has been a lot!read more
Laura D.
We love Mrs. Hollye at Child’s Play! She has always worked so hard to make gains with my child. We... appreciate her so much!read more
Nourhan Y.
Elizabeth is the best! She is so helpful, sweet, meet you with a warm smile, does everything in her... hands to get you the appointment time that works best for the family.read more
Nicklaus K.
My son was initially diagnosed to never speak. We turned to Child’s Play and over the last few... years have constantly needed to build new goals because of the success they have had with him. He’s now working on grade level speech and we couldn’t be more proud!We are currently in Food (Ms. Megan) and Speech (Ms. Cindy) Therapies and are still having a lot of progress.read more