Pediatric NDT & SI Therapy Services 

Susan McNutt OTR/L began building her private practice in 1990, working with Rosemary White initially while learning the basics of maintaining her own clinic.  The dream of establishing a clinic where therapy rooms would be adjacent to therapeutic animals and where a variety of modalities including hydrotherapy, hippotherapy and sensory integrative equipment would be available became a reality.  In 2001 the clinic out at Warm Rain Ranch was opened.  Since that time horses, cats, goats, and a variety of birds along with “fantastically furnished” therapy rooms, a hot tub and above ground swimming pools in two separate buildings have created a setting that puts clients at ease while offering therapeutic services to address the variety of needs of the children and their families. The animals and home-like setting invite children to participate, rather than trudging to yet another appointment. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The expansion to The Annex has allowed us to have two areas for therapeutic riding, with poles, rings and basket ball to strengthen core muscles, move beyond midline, make postural adjustments, learn about body in space and many other therapeutic opportunities.  There are nearby trails and raspberry and blueberry fields where we are allowed to ride; we even get to sample some of the fruits and berries!  It is an all inclusive way to integrate the senses; processing  movement, taste, tactile, olfactory and auditory experiences while feeling empowered by the strength of  the horse!  

 

Additions of above ground pools at both The Annex and the home office allow us the benefits of working in water while keeping the children cool and motivated on hot days.