Virginia Viafore MA
ABOUT US
Help for the Whole Child uses gentle movement-based methods and developmental techniques designed to help kids, teens, and adults with ADHD, autism, sensory processing issues, learning, and neuro-motor challenges.
I work to create stronger social emotional skills, self-regulation, and language skills through teaching developmental activities and strengthening brain-to-body connections.
I teach caregivers to implement gentle movement and play activities designed specifically for the client’s level of development. I employ the unique blend of the P.L.A.Y project, reflex inhibition, neurodevelopment, HANDLE activities, and nutritional suggestions to help see lasting changes with clients.
My work dovetails well with other therapies including O.T, P.T, Vision therapy, and speech therapy and learning programs. Together we help those with sensitivities address the challenges they face in their daily environment.
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For your busy schedule I do in home sessions, virtual sessions, and I also work in the clinic in Hoffman estates.
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In additional to being flexible in the booking location we can be just as flexible with your package and level of care for your loved one. From monthly to weekly to even bi weekly service options I am here to get your loved one well.
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Key Points
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Lessons for patients and caregivers
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Payment options available
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Home, office or virtual sessions offered
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Custom plans to fit your needs
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Bi-weekly, Weekly, or monthly service options
“ADHD IS NOT A DISABILITY, IT;S A DIFFERENT ABILITY”
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ABOUT ME
ABOUT ME
Ginny Thames has an MA in Education.. Ginny has 18 years experience working with children with special needs as a developmental specialist.
Ginny has extensive training in the areas of Verbal Behavior, Applied Behavior Analysis, the P.L.A.Y Project, HANDLE and nutrition.
MY SESSIONS
Sessions aimed at empowering families to strengthen the development of their child through developmentally based techniques
Goals of each session:
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Provide weekly or bi-monthly in home coaching sessions implementing a developmental child centered approach using the principals of the P.L.A.Y project and Neurodevelopment.
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Discover how to deal with puzzling behavior through a gentle sensory motor parent implemented approach. ​
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​Teach developmentally based play techniques based on the principals of DIR floor time and the PLAY Project to enhance your child’s self-regulation, social emotional skills and language.
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EXPERIENCE
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Ginny has 20+ years experience working with children with special needs as a developmental specialist.
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Ginny Thames has an MA in Education
SPECIALITIES
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Verbal Behavior
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Applied Behavior Analysis
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the P.L.A.Y Project
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HANDLE
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Nutrition.
Certifications
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HANDLE screener
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Neurodevelopmental practitioner
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P.L.A.Y Project consultant and supervisor.
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Assists in implementing behavioral and positive parenting techniques to best support your child’s behavior. ​​
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*Using the brains natural gift of neuroplasticity so people of all ages can change the body and brain’s reaction to stress and trauma. ​​
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For more information on the PLAY project and neurodevelopment: www.playproject.com or https://www.planforlearning.com/neurodevelopment
CONTACT ME
PHONE
630-768-4176
ADDRESS
I can meet with you online,
at your location or even
my office