I see progress in Jayden thanks to Josie, Ana, Joana, Peter, and Jesus. Thank you!
What is Physical Therapy?
At The Clubhouse, our pediatric physical therapy program helps children move with greater strength, coordination, and independence. Using play-based methods and neurodevelopmental techniques, our therapists support each child’s journey toward improved mobility and function in daily life.
We work with children facing a wide range of challenges, from developmental delays to injuries and medical conditions, providing expert care tailored to their needs. Every session is designed to promote motor and sensory development support through engaging, hands-on activities that meet your child where they are and move them forward.
How does Physical Therapy at the Clubhouse work?
At the Clubhouse, our play-based physical therapy helps keep children engaged which maximizes the benefits of our treatment. Our interdisciplinary team of therapists works together to develop an individualized treatment plan for your child. We develop each plan with the involvement of our families so you’re always informed and able to carry over the child’s in-clinic exercises and goals at home.
- Torticollis
- Plagiocephaly (flattening of baby’s head)
- Hypotonia (low muscle tone)
- Hypertonia (increased muscle tone) and Spasticity
- Toe Walking/Gait Abnormalities
- Orthopedic and Sports Injuries
- Gross Motor Delay/Developmental Delay (not meeting milestones)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Down Syndrome
- Other Genetic Syndromes
- Neurological Disorders (Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Muscular Dystrophy, etc.)
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Neuromuscular Re-Education
- Manual Techniques
- Kinesiotaping
- Orthotics Coordination/Management
- Gait Training
- Child and Caregiver Education
- Home Exercise Programs
- Collaboration with our Clinic’s Interdisciplinary Team (OT, ST, DT, ABA)
- Collaboration with the Child’s Community Resources (Pediatricians, Medical Specialists, Teachers, etc.)
- Muscle Strength
- Flexibility and Range of Motion (ROM)
- Balance
- Coordination
- Proprioception/Body Awareness
- Gait and Mobility Needs
- Motor Planning
- Posture and Alignment
- Endurance
- General Developmental Delay (not meeting milestones)
Areas We Serve
- Downers Grove
- North Mayfair
- Westmont
- Oakbrook Terrace
- Darien
- Albany Park
- Edgebrook
- Forest Glen
- Jefferson Park
- Clarendon Hills
- Lisle
- Hinsdale
Who We Serve
We provide pediatric physical therapy for children across all age groups, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, and adolescents. Each stage of development is supported with age-appropriate care that meets your child where they are.
Our physical therapy helps with:
- Gross motor delays (e.g., sitting, crawling, walking, running)
- Balance and coordination difficulties
- Muscle weakness or low tone (hypotonia)
- Motor planning and body awareness challenges
- Postural control and endurance concerns
- Delayed motor milestones or clumsiness
- Gait abnormalities or walking pattern concerns
- Recovery from injury, surgery, or illness
- Neurological or developmental conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, or Down syndrome
Program Structure
Our pediatric physical therapy program ensures every child receives individualized, goal-driven care that adapts as they grow and make progress.
Comprehensive Movement Analysis
Each child begins with a full evaluation that looks at gross motor development, strength, balance, coordination, and movement patterns. This foundational assessment helps us identify your child’s needs and design a therapy plan that supports meaningful growth.
Tailored Treatment Plan
Using the results of the evaluation, we create an individualized plan with specific, functional goals. These goals are designed to improve mobility and independence across daily environments like home, school, and the community.
Therapy Scheduling
Therapy frequency is based on your child’s needs and your family’s routine. Most children benefit from one to three sessions per week to maintain momentum and support steady progress.
Active Intervention
Our therapists use a combination of balance and coordination therapy for kids, strength training, and neuromuscular re-education to build physical skills in a fun, engaging way. Each session is active, structured, and carefully adjusted to challenge your child at the right level.
Ongoing Progress Monitoring
We use data collection and observation for ongoing progress monitoring during every session. This helps us adapt the plan in real-time and ensure therapy stays aligned with your child’s development.
Family Coaching and Home Program Integration
We provide parents and caregivers with caregiver education and home exercises that reinforce therapy goals outside the clinic. These tools empower families to support motor development through everyday routines and play.
What Parents Say About Our ABA Clinics in the Chicago Area?
Over 95% of families leave us a 5-star review on Google! See what our families said about their experience at the Clubhouse:
My daughter’s behavior progress and language development has been extraordinary with the guidance of the wonderful staff at Communication Clubhouse.
I’ve been with Communication Clubhouse since my Son was 18 months old. Kyle is now 11 yrs old. He receives Speech, Occupational and ABA therapy in the Downers Grove office. I’ve had nothing but great experiences with this office. Honestly this is his 2nd home. Kyle has advanced so much because of them. I’m so appreciative to Communication Clubhouse.
The team at Communication Clubhouse have made a huge impact for our daughter and son. Both have learning disabilities and have benefited from the reading therapy, behavior therapy and occupational therapy.
P gives Olivia and Mary two thumbs up – and her parents give even more gratitude for the patience, persistence and support. Thanks to everyone at CC for your work!
When our daughter graduated from EI, we knew we wanted to stay with our OT and started attending sessions in the clinic. Sarah had a huge impact on the way we parent and how we support our daughter’s sensory needs. We loved her so much, and when she moved out of town, we were nervous about transitioning to a new OT. But Brianne is fantastic and it was a smooth transition. Our daughter had her sessions in the gym, which is an amazing space with so many different ways for children to work on their therapy goals. The space combined with Brianne’s creativity resulted in such fantastic growth that our daughter has since graduated from OT. We feel very grateful for the role Communication Clubhouse has played in our daughter’s development, and it is wonderful knowing that we have such a great place at our disposal should our daughter need additional OT services in the future.
The Clubhouse has been an incredible resource for our family! Our son came into the center only speaking a few words and is now speaking full sentences, labeling his emotions and having conversations! The sessions have been life changing and we couldn’t be more grateful of the dedication, time and grace that Ms. Megan has put in with our son! Thank you!
A wonderful place with caring staff and a nurturing environment! Two of my sons have gone here now and they both have shown remarkable improvement! My middle son went from barely speaking at all to now speaking full sentences. My oldest son started saying the “s” sound that he struggled with after just a couple sessions! They love coming here because they make it so much fun for kids that they don’t even realize they’re learning. Thank you so much!
We have been working with therapists from The Clubhouse since my twins were 18 months old and in early intervention. We then started going to The Clubhouse after they aged out of EI and have been there ever since for multiple types of therapy. My twins are almost 10. We love the therapists, office staff, program offerings, and schedule availability. This place is built for kids, they get it. I feel so grateful to have connected with this group of caring humans. They have made a huge impact for my kids and have helped them group tremendously! I would highly recommend The Clubhouse to anyone looking for pediatric therapy!
Our son has been going to Communication Clubhouse for six years and we love it. Wonderful people!!
Our Insurance Providers
The Clubhouse works with families with all major insurance coverage. We are proudly an in-network provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Medicaid. While we are not in-network with other insurance companies, we can provide the necessary documentation to submit for reimbursement to your insurance company.
Meet Chicago’s Trusted Physical Therapy Team
Our clinic was founded over 20 years ago as a speech therapy practice. Since then, we’ve grown into a multidisciplinary team that includes expert pediatric physical therapists dedicated to helping children move, play, and thrive.
Our physical therapy team brings extensive experience in areas like gross motor development, balance and coordination, neuromuscular conditions, and orthopedic support. Whether your child is learning to sit, walk, climb, or recover from an injury, we’re here to support their progress with care, creativity, and collaboration.
