Remote Feeding Therapy in Florida
Virtual Pediatric Feeding Therapy for Children Across Florida
Remote feeding therapy in Florida provides families with expert pediatric feeding support without the need to travel. At Sensory Innovation Therapies, our licensed pediatric therapists deliver evidence-based telehealth feeding therapy to children throughout the state of Florida.
Whether your child struggles with picky eating, food aversions, limited food variety, oral-motor challenges, or mealtime stress, our virtual feeding therapy services allow your family to access specialized care from the comfort of your home.
What Remote Feeding Therapists Do
What does remote feeding therapy look like for children and adolescents?
Children and adolescents spend a significant part of their day eating and participating in mealtimes, which are essential for growth, nutrition, and overall health. Difficulties with chewing, swallowing, or sensory sensitivities can make mealtimes stressful and impact a child’s ability to enjoy and fully participate in eating.
Remote feeding therapy allows therapists to work with children and families virtually, guiding them through mealtime strategies, oral-motor exercises, and sensory-based activities via video calls. Through targeted virtual sessions, children gain confidence, improve self-feeding skills, and enjoy positive, stress-free mealtime experiences from the comfort of home.
How do I get started with a remote feeding therapist in Florida?
The first step is to schedule a feeding evaluation with a licensed occupational or feeding therapist. During the evaluation, your child’s mealtime skills, chewing and swallowing abilities, oral-motor function, and sensory processing will be assessed. The therapist uses standardized assessments and observations to identify feeding challenges, including picky eating or sensory sensitivities, and determine the underlying skills that impact safe and successful eating and self-feeding.
Contact us for more information and to schedule a feeding therapy phone screening evaluation.
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Call for a Free Remote Feeding Therapy Screening
Think your child would benefit from remote feeding therapy services? Call Dr. Leah’s team for a free screening.
Who benefits from Remote Feeding Therapy?
Remote feeding therapy may be appropriate for children who:
- Eat a very limited variety of foods
- Gag, refuse, or become distressed during meals
- Have sensory sensitivities related to food textures, smells, or appearance
- Have difficulty chewing, biting, or coordinating oral movements
- Experience mealtime power struggles or anxiety
Our therapists tailor treatment to your child’s unique needs, developmental level, and family goals.
Oral-motor Skills
Children who need extra support with chewing, tongue movement, lip closure, and coordinating oral muscles for safe eating and drinking.
Sensory Processing Skills
Children, adolescents, or young adults who are sensitive to certain food textures, tastes, temperatures, or smells during meal times.
Swallowing Skills
Children who cough, gag, choke, or have difficulty swallowing foods or liquids safely.
Self-feeding Skills
Children who need support using utensils, cups, or age-appropriate feeding tools to eat independently.
Mealtime Behaviors and Routines
Children who struggle with attention, posture, regulation, or participation during meals, leading to stressful or avoidant mealtimes.
Food Exploration
Children who eat a limited variety of foods or have difficulty trying new flavors, textures, or food groups.
Why Choose Remote Feeding Therapy in Florida?
Families throughout Florida choose virtual feeding therapy because it offers:
✔ Statewide access to feeding specialists
✔ No commute or missed school/work time
✔ Therapy in the child’s real mealtime environment
✔ Parent coaching and hands-on strategies
✔ Flexible scheduling options
Telehealth feeding therapy allows our clinicians to coach parents in real time, making strategies more practical and sustainable for everyday life.
Learn More About Our Remote Feeding Therapy and Other Services in Florida
Our team provides remote feeding therapy through virtual sessions, allowing children and families to receive support from the comfort of their own home. By offering telehealth feeding therapy, we make services more accessible and convenient for families, while delivering compassionate, family-centered care that supports each child’s feeding skills, growth, and long-term success.
In addition to our remote feeding therapy, we also offer a range of in-person pediatric therapy services designed to support children, families, and professionals, including:
- Occupational therapy – Supporting improvements in activities such as play, adaptive skills, handwriting, emotional regulation, learning at school, and more
- Physical therapy – Enhancing strength, coordination, mobility, and functional movement
- Special education tutoring – Supporting academic growth, learning strategies, and student confidence
- Consultation and mentorship – Offering guidance for therapists, educators, and clinicians to grow their skills and programs
We also provide collaboration with schools to support students in the classroom.
FAQs About Our Remote Feeding Therapy Services and More!
How does remote feeding therapy work?
Remote feeding therapy sessions take place using a secure video platform. We will:
1. Complete an Initial Feeding Evaluation
A comprehensive virtual feeding evaluation to understand your child’s feeding history, challenges, and strengths.
2. Create an Individualized Treatment Plan
Therapy goals are customized based on your child’s needs and your family’s priorities.
3. Provide Ongoing Virtual Feeding Therapy Sessions
Live telehealth sessions include parent coaching, modeling, and guided practice during meals or snacks.
4. Through the Process, Collaborate with Caregivers and Monitor Progress
We collaborate with caregivers and other providers when appropriate to support consistent progress.
Is remote feeding therapy as effective as in-person feeding therapy?
Yes. Research supports telehealth feeding therapy as an effective model when parents are actively involved and guided by trained pediatric therapists.
Do parents need to participate in remote feeding therapy sessions?
Yes. Parent involvement is essential and encouraged. Our therapists provide coaching so strategies can be carried over into daily routines.
What do I need for a remote feeding therapy session?
You’ll need a tablet, phone, or computer with a camera, a stable internet connection, and your child’s usual utensils and seating. The foods used during sessions will be based on your child’s needs and your therapist’s guidance.
What ages do you work with?
We support infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults with feeding challenges.
Where do you serve families for Remote Feeding Therapy?
We provide remote feeding therapy services throughout Florida, including (but not limited to):
Miami • Fort Lauderdale • West Palm Beach • Orlando • Tampa • Jacksonville • Naples • Fort Myers • Sarasota • Gainesville • Tallahassee — and all surrounding areas.
If you live anywhere in Florida, you may be eligible for our virtual feeding therapy services.
What are your hours of operation?
Our remote feeding therapy services in Florida are provided during the following hours:
Monday – 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday – 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday – 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Thursday – 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Friday – 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday – Closed
How can I learn more about your remote feeding therapist in Florida?
Our remote pediatric feeding therapist in Florida is an experienced professional with a background in feeding therapy and pediatrics, providing expert guidance to support each child’s feeding skills and mealtime success.
Led by Dr. Leah Dunleavy, our team is passionate about providing family-centered, hands-on support in the community.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for expert remote feeding therapy in Florida, Sensory Innovation Therapies is here to help. Get in touch with our team today to schedule a virtual feeding evaluation.