Infant Therapy in Gastonia, NC

Infant Therapy for Gastonia Families — Helping Babies Eat, Grow, and Thrive

Integrative Wellness & Therapeutics provides in-person and virtual infant therapy for Gastonia babies and parents — at our Cornelius clinic 33 miles away or by teletherapy, with gentle support for feeding, oral motor, and movement.

Private-pay therapy · We review rates with you on your discovery call

  • Rated 4.9 on Google — 41 reviews
  • 8 licensed therapists — OT, PT, speech, and myofunctional therapy
  • Referred by local specialists — dentists, orthodontists, and pediatricians
  • In person or online — our Cornelius clinic or NC teletherapy

Serving Gastonia families in person in Cornelius, NC, or by teletherapy while your child is in North Carolina.

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8Licensed Therapists
4Disciplines: OT, PT, Speech, Myo
25NC Cities Served
2Ways to Meet: In-Clinic or Virtual
“They finally listened to our concerns and gave us tools that worked.”— Parent review
Serving Gastonia, NC

Infant Therapy for Gastonia Families

Gastonia sits in Gaston County, in the Charlotte metro area. Our clinic at 19901 W Catawba Ave Ste 104, Cornelius, NC 28031 is 33 miles from Gastonia — about 45 min by car.

Gastonia families see us in person in Cornelius, with virtual sessions and parent coaching available when a clinic visit doesn't fit the week.

We build infant therapy goals around your family's real routines and give you strategies to share with grandparents, nannies, or daycare staff, so daily routines stay consistent between visits.

Gentle early intervention that supports feeding, development, and bonding in babies with oral or motor challenges. Read the full Infant Therapy overview.

Gastonia Families Tell Us

When Babies Struggle, Families Struggle Too

Early challenges ripple into feeding, sleep, bonding, and a parent's confidence.

Feeding Challenges

Difficulty latching, prolonged bottle feeding, or gagging on solids turn mealtimes into a daily stress.

Tongue Ties & Oral Motor Issues

Restricted movement or weak muscles affect feeding now — and speech later.

Missed Milestones

Delays in head control, rolling, sitting, or starting solids impact growth and bonding.

How It Works

A Clear Path for Your Baby's Success

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    Step 1: Infant Evaluation

    Gentle, thorough assessment of feeding, swallowing, oral motor skills, and early movement.

    From Gastonia, our Cornelius clinic is 33 miles away — about 45 min by car.

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    Step 2: Custom Therapy Plan

    Personalized strategies and parent coaching tailored to your baby's needs.

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    Step 3: Ongoing Support

    Regular sessions and at-home guidance to build confidence and lasting progress.

Your Guide

Gentle, Expert Support for Your Baby

At Integrative Wellness and Therapeutics, we specialize in helping infants overcome feeding and oral motor challenges. We know how overwhelming it is to watch your baby struggle — and we're here to help.

Trusted by pediatricians, lactation consultants, and specialists, we deliver compassionate, evidence-based care.

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Happy baby doing tummy time with a parent during infant therapy — serving Gastonia, NC
  • “They gave me confidence that my baby could eat without choking.”
  • “I felt heard and supported when no one else listened.”
  • “They treated us like family and helped us enjoy mealtimes again.”

Trusted by dentists, orthodontists, pediatricians, and lactation consultants across the Carolinas.

The Details

What Infant Therapy Focuses On

Infant therapy provides early intervention to support feeding, motor milestones, sensory regulation, sleep, and overall development. It helps babies build strong foundations for growth while easing stress for families.

It is also called pediatric early intervention, baby development therapy, newborn feeding therapy, or infant motor support. Each name reflects the same holistic focus on a baby's health and development during the earliest months.

Feeding therapy addresses swallowing, tongue ties, oral motor strength, gagging, and prolonged feeds. Motor support helps babies learn rolling, crawling, and sitting. Sensory support builds regulation and tolerance for new experiences, and therapy also addresses sleep, reflex integration, and daily routines.

Infant therapy is baby-led and gentle, respecting natural rhythms and comfort. Sessions are play-based, parent-centered, and collaborative, so families leave with clear strategies for home.

How Infant Therapy Helps

Infant therapy brings together occupational, physical, speech, and feeding support to nurture feeding, motor milestones, sensory regulation, sleep, and overall development. Our approach is baby-led and gentle, holistic, and collaborative with pediatricians and lactation consultants.

  • Feeding and swallowing challenges
  • Tongue ties or restricted oral movement
  • Gagging, choking, or prolonged feeds
  • Delayed transitions to solids
  • Motor milestone delays (rolling, crawling, sitting)
  • Torticollis and head shape concerns
  • Sensory processing or regulation difficulties
  • Early speech and communication readiness

Looking for community too? Our Bloom Society group connects new mothers and babies 0–3 months with weekly expert support.

Real Families

Life-Changing Results for Children and Families

“Feeding difficulties have completely resolved — I'm so grateful.”
— Kate, Parent
“I felt empowered as a parent, finally knowing what to do.”
— Stephanie, Parent
“They treated my child with patience and compassion, and progress came quickly.”
— Parent review
“This was the best investment in our child's future.”
— Parent review
Google Reviews

What Families Say About Infant Therapy

“The therapists at IW have been so helpful and caring with my son. Never any judgment and always answer my questions/concerns with knowledge and compassion. He’s always excited to go to OT.”
— Diana B., Google review
“This has been life changing for our family. In just a few weekly sessions we have seen consistent, positive changes in behavior and emotional control. The biggest thanks to Sam and Katie for creating a safe space to communicate needs, wants and wishes alongside their expertise. We wish we could go everyday!”
— Julie M., Google review
“If there was a higher rating they’d deserve it! Our son has come such a long way in the year he’s been seeing these ladies. He loves them and we’ve always been made to feel welcome and they provide updates as well as work with you in any given situation.”
— Brittany L., Google review
Common Questions

Gastonia NC Infant Therapy — Common Questions

How far is the clinic from Gastonia for infant therapy visits?

Our clinic at 19901 W Catawba Ave Ste 104, Cornelius, NC 28031 is 33 miles from Gastonia — about 45 min by car. We invite Gastonia families in for infant therapy in person; if you prefer, teletherapy is available while your child is in North Carolina.

Who provides infant therapy for Gastonia families?

Our licensed team serving Gastonia includes Meghan F. (PT, DPT), Sarah C. (CCC-SLP, IMSC). Every therapist works from the same coordinated, whole-child plan.

Can infant therapy strategies carry over to caregivers in Gastonia?

Yes. We give Gastonia families infant therapy strategies to share with grandparents, nannies, or daycare staff, so daily routines stay consistent between visits.

Can you coordinate infant therapy with my child's doctors in the Gastonia area?

Yes. With your written consent, we coordinate with your child's pediatrician and any specialists — including care teams at local systems such as CaroMont Regional Medical Center — so infant therapy fits alongside the care your child already receives.

What Is Infant Therapy?

Infant therapy is early intervention that brings together occupational, physical, speech, and feeding support to nurture feeding, motor milestones, sensory regulation, sleep, and overall development.

How Much Does Infant Therapy Cost?

Infant therapy is private-pay. Rates depend on session length and specialty, and we review them with you on your discovery call.

What Problems Does Infant Therapy Help With?

Feeding challenges, tongue ties, gagging, prolonged bottle dependence, oral motor weakness, delayed transition to solids, torticollis, and early developmental delays.

How Does Infant Therapy Compare to General Pediatric Care?

Pediatricians provide medical oversight; infant therapy offers specialized, hands-on treatment for feeding, oral motor, and developmental issues. They complement one another.

Why Does Early Support Matter for Babies?

Early intervention prevents long-term challenges with feeding, speech, motor, sensory, and airway development, and it reduces stress for families during a critical window.

Why Choose Integrative Wellness for Infant Therapy?

Pediatricians, lactation consultants, and dentists refer families to us for infant feeding and oral motor care. Our gentle, baby-led approach empowers parents and helps babies thrive.

Areas We Serve

Infant Therapy — North Carolina Cities We Serve

What We Offer

More Services for Gastonia Families

We serve families across North Carolina, in our Cornelius clinic or through teletherapy.

Myofunctional Therapy

Exercise-based treatment that improves tongue posture, swallowing, breathing, and speech by retraining oral and facial muscles.

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Teletherapy & Virtual Therapy

Live virtual therapy sessions that bring expert myofunctional therapy, speech therapy, and parent coaching to families across North Carolina.

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Pediatric Feeding Therapy

Specialized therapy that helps children overcome feeding difficulties, picky eating, and oral motor challenges for safe, confident eating.

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Occupational Therapy

Therapy that builds fine motor, sensory, and daily living skills — with primitive reflex integration — to help children gain independence.

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Speech Therapy

Individualized support to improve articulation, language, and communication skills — delivered by SLPs who are also trained myofunctional therapists.

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Physical Therapy

Movement-based care that strengthens coordination, mobility, and motor development for growing children.

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Pediatric Intensive Therapy Program

High-frequency OT, PT, and speech therapy with photobiomodulation as an adjunct — a concentrated intensive that accelerates neurodevelopmental progress.

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Bloom Society Groups

An 8-week Mommy & Me program supporting mothers through the emotional, physical, and identity transitions of early motherhood.

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Developmental Wellness Exams

Whole-child wellness assessments that track milestones and catch concerns early to guide effective therapy planning.

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Gastonia Families: Take the First Step Today

Whether you're in Cornelius or anywhere in North Carolina, we're here to help — in person or virtually.

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Private-pay therapy · We review rates with you on your discovery call · Or call (704) 610-8250.

Patient Information
Parent or Guardian Information (if pediatric patient)

Please share medical details at your appointment, but leave them out of this form.

Service Areas *
Areas of Concern *