Empowering Kids Pediatric Therapy

Empowering Kids Pediatric Therapy, LLC, serves children and families in Columbus, Indiana, with personalized speech and occupational therapy. The practice aims to create a respectful, supportive learning environment where each child can build skills, work toward individual goals, and grow with confidence. Its team develops customized therapy plans and partners with families throughout the process, helping make care accessible and ensuring parents and caregivers are involved in their child’s progress.

Speech therapy services address articulation, expressive and receptive language, social language, developmental delays and disorders, and apraxia of speech. Occupational therapy supports visual-motor development, handwriting, fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and self-help abilities. Families can contact the practice to schedule an evaluation, collaborate with the team on a tailored plan, and support their child’s progress through therapy. Founder and owner Melissa Philippsen, a speech-language pathologist, works alongside Taylor Brittain, Patia Hunt, Victoria Johns, Lori Nobbe, and Michelle Sharp. The Columbus office is located at 5442 25th Street, Suite B, and visits are available by appointment.