Frequently Asked Questions

  • At this time, the services provided will be out of network. A superbill will be provided for reimbursement from your insurance company. We will update you if we become contracted with any insurance companies!

    Katie is dedicated to serving her families and will offer a sliding scale on an as needed basis. Please email kaiehirdllc@gmail.com if you need further support.

  • Katie has completed a fellowship in feeding therapy which has supported her learning with a variety of challenging feeding clients. Katie believes in supporting the whole child and family, and providing dedicated time for parent coaching to carry the skills into the home and community environment.

    Each session is customizable to meet the changing needs of our clients. We provide in home and virtual care to best support our clients in their natural environment.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • This is a case by case situation. Feeding therapy can be successful when done virtually in the family home. Katie has 5 years of experience supporting family virtually from evaluation through discharge. Virtual is always encouraged, we will collaborate to customize a virtual session to help you stay engaged!

    *For Maryland clients Katie will offer in-home based on distance and as agreed upon with each family as necessary.

  • Starting with a comprehensive evaluation to address selective/narrow eating habits, sensory challenges, and concerns related to food and mealtimes. This is typically done virtually.

    Feeding therapy sessions are 45-50 minutes and are individualized for each client. Sessions may include a discussion on how to make changes at your pace, food exploration opportunities, and collaboration to brainstorm ideas to help make food trying less stressful, more enjoyable in a pressure free space.

    OT Therapy (non-feeding) will include therapeutic activities relevant to your goals (ex: executive functioning, handwriting, sensory processing), collaboration of ideas to try in home, and problem solving to help make your goals achievable.