Business Details
20 Years
experience
Pediatric Therapy Services in Kittery, ME
Wiggle Worms Pediatric Physical Therapy was founded in 2006 with a mission to deliver specialized pediatric care to children in southern Maine. Our clinic provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for children from birth to age 18, addressing conditions such as developmental delays, orthopedic impairments, and neurodevelopmental disabilities. We operate in multiple settings, including our Kittery clinic, public schools, and community daycares, ensuring accessibility for families in southern York County. Our team of licensed therapists utilizes evidence-based practices like neuro-developmental treatment (NDT) and sensory integration therapy to foster functional progress in a playful, nurturing environment. We collaborate with institutions like the University of New England and the LEND program to integrate cutting-edge research into our services while mentoring future healthcare professionals.Our commitment extends beyond traditional therapy through programs like therapeutic swimming, yoga, and a Special Olympics team, promoting holistic development. With over 25 years of combined experience among our leadership, we prioritize individualized care plans tailored to each childs unique needs. Our partnerships with local colleges ensure continuous innovation in treatment methodologies, while our community outreach initiatives reflect our dedication to lifelong learning and advocacy. We maintain transparency in communication with families and adhere to the highest professional standards in pediatric rehabilitation. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive support for children with diagnoses ranging from cerebral palsy to sensory processing disorders.
Services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Early Intervention
Adaptive Equipment Consultation
Sensory Integration Therapy
Therapeutic Swimming
Handwriting Programs
Yoga Classes
Special Olympics Team
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of pediatric therapy experience since 2006
- Our therapists hold advanced NDT certification for specialized care
- We provide services in clinic, school, and home environments
- We partner with University of New England for clinical research
- We offer unique programs like Special Olympics and therapeutic swimming
What people say
Specialized pediatric care
Experienced therapists
Community programs
School partnerships
Family-friendly approach
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy addresses orthopedic impairments and developmental delays in children birth to 18. Using neuro-developmental treatment techniques, we improve mobility through play-based interventions. Services available in clinic, schools, and community settings across southern Maine.
Occupational Therapy
We enhance fine motor skills and daily living activities for children with sensory processing disorders and developmental delays. Our therapists provide adaptive equipment consultations and implement programs like Zones of Regulation for emotional self-regulation.
Speech Therapy
Specialized treatment for articulation disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and feeding challenges. Our certified speech-language pathologists deliver individual and group sessions focusing on receptive/expressive language development in clinic and preschool environments.
Early Intervention
Targeted therapy services for infants and toddlers in southern York County address developmental delays through home and community-based interventions. Our team works with families to establish foundational motor and communication skills during critical growth periods.
Adaptive Equipment Consultation
Physical therapists evaluate and recommend specialized equipment including wheelchairs, standers, and orthotics. We coordinate with medical suppliers to ensure proper fitting of mobility aids that enhance independence for children with physical disabilities.
People
Keri Stoorza
Founder/Physical Therapist
Keri established Wiggle Worms in 2006 after graduating from University of New England in 1998. Certified in NDT with advanced infant torticollis training, she brings expertise from early intervention and school-based settings to our clinical practice.
Grace Laughlin
Physical Therapist
Grace joined our team after completing her Doctorate at University of New England in 2020. A credentialed clinical instructor, she specializes in school-based pediatrics and contributes expertise from her pediatric residency with Maine LEND program.
Alexis Rigazio
Occupational Therapist
Alexis graduated from Quinnipiac University in 2018 with a master's in occupational therapy. She implements Learning Without Tears and Zones of Regulation programs to address fine motor delays and sensory processing challenges in children.
Maura Johnson
Speech Therapist
Maura provides speech-language pathology services with ASHA certification. Her expertise includes articulation disorders and pragmatic language interventions for children with autism spectrum disorders, delivered through both clinic and preschool programs.
Norah Brennan
Occupational Therapist
Norah earned her master's from University of New England in 2015 and completed a LEND fellowship. She specializes in constraint-induced movement therapy and handwriting instruction, bringing diverse experience from school and teletherapy settings.
Questions
What ages do you treat at Wiggle Worms?
We provide therapy services for children from birth through age 18.
Where are your therapy locations?
Services occur at our Kittery clinic, public schools, daycares, and through home visits in southern York County.
What therapy specialties do you offer?
We specialize in physical, occupational, and speech therapy with expertise in treating developmental delays and neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with families to coordinate private pay options and insurance coverage for therapy services.
Are your therapists licensed?
All our therapists hold appropriate state licenses and national certifications in their respective specialties.
What community programs do you provide?
We offer therapeutic swimming, yoga classes, Fit Kids gym program, and a Special Olympics team for local children.
