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We are a pediatric physical therapy clinic that helps children and their families thrive by instilling a love of movement and providing them with the tools they need to achieve their goals.

11/04/2025

📣 ATTENTION ALL WA PEDIATRIC PT’S!! 📣
PSIG is having its first in person meeting since 2020! We are so excited for this opportunity to network with other PTs in our area, learn more about DMI, and collaborate on how we can best serve our patients. We can’t wait!

What is PSIG? Pediatric Soecial Interest Group of WA! All pediatric PTs in WA are welcome to join. It’s a fun and free way to connect, learn, and grow with other PTs! During this meeting, Emily Burgess, PT, DPT will be sharing about DMI.

Do I have to be a member to come? Nope! But if you’re interested in becoming a member, email ptwapsig@gmail.com.

If you’re able to come, please RSVP to Karissa so we can get a head count! Karissa@1ststeppediatric.com. Hope to see you there!!

08/30/2025

Our First Step tee shirt shop now has sizes to fit even our littlest advocates! Our tee shirt shop is designed to highlight our core values at First Step and create tee shirts that spark meaningful conversation about disability advocacy, inclusion, and belonging. Check them out on our website or comment SHOP for a direct link!

Starting now through September, get 10% with code FRAMILY10 during our friends and family sale!

Bonus: Register for an intensive anytime in the 2025–26 school year by Sept. 30th and get a FREE First Step tee!

08/11/2025

🚨ATTENTION 🚨
Intensive scheduling for the 2025-26 school year is now live! Spots are filled on a first come first serve basis, so don’t wait! Check out our intensive page on our website for details!

08/08/2025

Calling all new moms! Join our Mom & Baby Tummy Time & Core Workshop!
Tummy time for baby, core strength for you. Let’s tackle both in one empowering hour led by Dr. Karissa, Pediatric Physical Therapist and Dr. Kaitlyn, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist. This workshop is a must-have for new moms.

We’ll cover:

Tummy Time Secrets: Why this daily practice is so crucial for your baby’s growth.

Postpartum Core: Key strategies to effectively rebuild your core and feel stable again.

Beyond the Abs: Practical exercises to activate your deep core, improve posture, and restore your mobility.

You deserve to feel supported in motherhood. This workshop is designed for both you and your little one to thrive.

Spaces are limited! Secure your spot for just $20. We can’t wait to see you! Sign up here: https://www.1ststeppediatric.com/groups-and-classes

07/26/2025

Thank you so much your kind words! 🥹 We are the luckiest to work with the sweetest families! And we are so blessed to have the best staff ❤️

06/29/2025

Big News from First Step Pediatric Therapy!
We’re expanding our DMI program — and right now, we have new DMI Therapy openings with NO waitlist! 🙌

Not sure what DMI is?
DMI (Dynamic Movement Intervention) is a specialized therapy approach used to help children with motor delays or neurological challenges develop gross motor skills through active movement. It’s fun, engaging, and designed to promote neuroplasticity and independence!

Spots are limited — contact us today to schedule or learn more!

06/27/2025

Our office is growing and we needed more support! Please join me in welcoming Danielle!

Hi, I’m Danielle. I currently provide part-time administrative support at First Step Pediatric Therapy, where I enjoy helping the team stay organized and ensuring daily operations run smoothly. I bring with me years of experience in early childhood education, having previously served as the director of a preschool. That role deepened my love for working with children and strengthened my skills in leadership, organization, and family communication.

As a long-time homeschool mom, I’ve also developed a strong foundation in educational planning, patience, and creative problem-solving—all of which translate seamlessly into my work environment. As a military spouse, I’ve learned to adapt quickly and juggle multiple responsibilities, both professionally and personally.

I’m a proud mom to two teenagers and share a busy home with my husband, three dogs, and three sugar gliders. When I’m not working, I love getting lost in a good book and spending quality time with my family.

06/14/2025

We are so excited to welcome Allison to the team! 🎉✨

Hi! I’m Allison, a pediatric physical therapist with experience treating patients from 2 weeks to adults. I have worked in outpatient, school-based, and research settings, supporting children with a wide range of diagnoses including torticollis, plagiocephaly, cerebral palsy, autism, Down syndrome, and other genetic conditions.

I develop and implement individualized treatment plans for my patients, and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure each child is getting the care they need. I have also served as an interventionist at Seattle Children’s Research Institute, contributing to a study on improving mobility in children with cerebral palsy.

I earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy from Eastern Washington University and specialize in using the SpiderCage and in Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI). I am currently introductory level B certified and am excited to take the level C class in late July.

I was born and raised in Washington and enjoy hiking in the Pacific Northwest and spending time outdoors. I love spending time with my family and friends, board games, coffee shops, crafting, reading, and road trips.

I am thrilled to be joining the team at First Step in July!

05/27/2025

Our DMI intensive sign ups are now open!!! Spots are very limited, so sign up now if you are interested!
4 spots available during the week of July 7-11th. Open to current patients, but new patients may sign up after performing an evaluation.

05/12/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, but especially those whose motherhood journey looks nothing like they imagined. You are seen. You are cherished.

04/28/2025

If I listed out all the things these ladies do, they wouldn’t fit on this graphic! Between scheduling, countless emails and phone calls, advocating for our patients, and battling insurance, these ladies sure do it all! They are the key to helping our office run smoothly, and I just can’t thank them enough. Let’s show them a little extra love this week!

04/11/2025

Aquatic therapy can make a huge difference for working on range of motion, balance, and functional mobility! Have you had a chance to try it yet? If so, we’d love to hear about it!

Share your experience here: https://g.page/r/CZL5_oK0u6bQEAE/review

Address

12910 Totem Lake Boulevard NE, Suite 130
Kirkland, WA
98034

Website

https://www.1ststeppediatric.com/

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