Pediatric Speech & Occupational Therapy in Excelsior, MN

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Rooted in Care. Inspired by Madison.

Founded in 2004, The Madison Center began with a mother’s determination to find the best care for her daughter with Childhood Apraxia of Speech.

Today, we remain a family-centered, non-profit clinic in downtown Excelsior, providing expert pediatric speech and occupational therapy.

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Free Developmental Screenings

Not sure if your child needs therapy?

Our free speech and occupational therapy screenings provide an opportunity to discuss concerns, observe skills, and help determine whether a full evaluation may be recommended. Screenings can be completed in person or by phone, depending on your family’s needs.

A screening is a short, informal check-in and does not include standardized testing, diagnosis, or a written report. If concerns are identified, we will guide you through recommended next steps, which may include a comprehensive evaluation.

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Speech & Occupational Therapy

  • Speech Therapy

    Our licensed speech-language pathologists provide individualized, evidence-based therapy to support children’s communication development. Licensed in Minnesota and nationally certified through ASHA, we support children with speech and language differences while partnering closely with families and other professionals to promote meaningful progress beyond the therapy room.

    What is speech therapy?
    A speech therapist kneeling on a blue rug, playing a matching game with a young boy who is sitting on a small red and white heart pattern stool. The room has children’s educational decorations including alphabet blocks, a poster of a speech therapy session, a stacking ring toy, a teddy bear, a plant, and a bookshelf with books. The speech therapist is smiling and holding a card, engaging with the boy.

  • Occupational Therapy

    Our licensed occupational therapists provide individualized, evidence-based care to support children’s sensory processing, motor development, regulation, and daily participation. Licensed in Minnesota and nationally certified through NBCOT, we collaborate with families and other professionals to help children build skills that carry into home, school, and community life.

    What is occupational therapy?
    A young boy and woman smile and play together indoors, with exercise balls and a striped towel rack in the background.

  • "We worked with Kaitlin this winter/spring. I have a 5-yr old who could not make the “r” sound at all. She also struggled with sh, ch, j, and th. None of these were deemed “concerning” by any professionals, but I wanted to help her learn and practice these sounds before starting kindergarten. And she has! I think our two biggest accomplishments were 1) she learned to make the “r” sound, 2) she became aware of the sounds. She now is learning to correct herself as she speaks. Forming new habits. Kaitlin was excellent- she taught these sounds effectively AND she kept it fun and positive. My child looked forward to appointments and was excited to practice her speech games with me at home. She feels proud of her progress. Thanks Kaitlin!"

    —Anna

  • "Wonderful clinic! My daughters both thrive here. Our speech therapists are fantastic and we’ve seen great progress so far. If you need speech or OT services, check out The Madison Center!"

    —Josie