| You don’t have to figure out feeding alone. Let’s find the right kind of support for your family. |
Every family I work with comes to me at a different point in their feeding journey. Some are in crisis — mealtimes are daily battles and their child’s food list is shrinking. Some are proactive — starting solids and wanting to do it right from day one. Some are somewhere in between — sensing something is off but not sure what kind of help they need.
Wherever you are, there is a right level of support for you. Let’s find it.
Is Feeding Therapy Right For My Child?
Feeding therapy is clinical intervention — it goes beyond tips and strategies and addresses underlying sensory, oral motor, or behavioral components that are getting in the way of eating. Here are some signs that a feeding evaluation may be the right next step:
| Your child may benefit from a feeding evaluation if: They accept fewer than 20 different foods — and that list is getting shorter over time They gag, vomit, or have extreme distress reactions to new foods or textures They have never been able to eat certain textures — crunchy, mixed, or lumpy foods Mealtimes regularly end in meltdowns, crying, or complete shutdown They have been diagnosed with autism, sensory processing disorder, or another condition affecting eating They have oral motor challenges — difficulty chewing, moving food around the mouth, or swallowing Their growth or nutrition is being affected by their limited food intake Your pediatrician has expressed concern about their feeding development Your gut is telling you something is more than just picky eating |
If several of these resonate, a feeding evaluation is a good place to start. An evaluation helps us understand the why behind the feeding challenges and creates a roadmap for where to go from there.
| 🏥 Yum Feeding Therapy Clinical feeding therapy for children in Orange County, CA Specialized pediatric feeding therapy for children with feeding disorders, sensory-based food refusal, and oral motor challenges Contracted provider with Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) — services available through RCOC funding for eligible children Fully insured — accepted through RCOC Specialized experience with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing differences, and neurodivergent feeding Evidence-based approaches including SOS Feeding Approach, Beckman Oral Motor, and sensory integration All services begin with a comprehensive feeding evaluation In-person sessions in Orange County, California → Inquire About Feeding Therapy [add email or contact form link here] |
| 💳 Private Pay Feeding Therapy For families in California who prefer to pay out of pocket All the same clinical feeding therapy services — without going through Regional CenterAvailable to families anywhere in California Ideal for families who do not qualify for RCOC services or who prefer private pay Comprehensive feeding evaluation includedIn-person sessions in Orange County, or telehealth sessions within California Sliding scale options available — please inquire → Inquire About Private Pay Therapy [add email or contact form link here] |
Outside California or Outside Insurance?
I completely understand that not every family has access to local feeding therapy — whether because of location, waitlists, insurance barriers, or cost. Here’s how I can still help:
| 🌿 Feeling Yum Coaching Virtual feeding coaching for families anywhere — this is not therapy, it’s personalized guidance Available to families anywhere in the US and beyond — all sessions via Zoom Personalized guidance for picky eating, sensory food challenges, and starting solids Individualized support using the YUM Formula framework tailored to your child’s specific sensory profile Starting solids coaching — build a confident, whole food foundation from day one Picky eating support — expand your child’s food repertoire using play-based, pressure-free strategies Whole food and gut-friendly eating guidance for sensitive families This is coaching — not clinical therapy. It is education, strategy, and support. Free 20-minute discovery call to find out if coaching is the right fit for your family → Book Your Free Discovery Call [add Calendly or booking link here] |
Living Outside California? How to Find a Feeding Specialist Near You
If you are outside California and need clinical feeding therapy rather than coaching, here is how to find a qualified provider near you:
- Ask your pediatrician for a referral to a pediatric occupational therapist or speech-language pathologist who specializes in feeding
- Contact your regional center or early intervention program — most states have programs similar to California’s Regional Center that provide funded services for eligible children
- Search AOTA’s OT finder at aota.org to find a licensed occupational therapist with feeding specialization in your area
- Search ASHA’s ProFind at asha.org to find a speech-language pathologist who specializes in pediatric feeding
- Ask specifically about SOS Feeding Approach or GET Permission trained therapists — these are specialized feeding frameworks that align with the pressure-free philosophy I use
- Look for feeding clinics at children’s hospitals in your area — many have multidisciplinary feeding teams
| Not sure if your child needs therapy or coaching? Book a free discovery call and I’ll help you figure out the right next step — even if that step isn’t working with me. |
Start With a Free Discovery Call
Not sure which option is right for you? That’s exactly what the discovery call is for.
In 20 minutes we’ll talk about what’s going on with your child’s feeding, what you’ve already tried, and what kind of support makes the most sense for your family right now. There’s no pressure and no commitment — just a real conversation so we can figure out the best path forward together.
| Discovery Call is right for you if: You’re not sure if your child needs therapy or coaching You want to ask questions before committing You want to know if we’re a good fitYou’re feeling overwhelmed and just need a starting point | What to expect: 20 minutes via Zoom or phoneCompletely free — no obligation I’ll listen, ask a few questions, and give you honest guidance You’ll leave knowing exactly what your next step is |
| → Book Your Free 20-Minute Discovery Call [add booking link here] |
Not Ready to Book Yet?
That’s completely okay. Start with the free YUM Formula cheat sheet — it’s the best first step for any family navigating picky eating or sensory food challenges. It’s free, it goes on your fridge, and it will give you something concrete to try at your very next meal.
| → Grab the Free YUM Formula Cheat Sheet [Kit opt-in link here] |