Bayside Therapy Specialists has clinics in Clearwater and New Port Richey, and virtual therapy available Florida statewide. They accept Aetna, UnitedHealthcare (UHC), and Unique Abilities Scholarship funding. For all other insurance plans, we bill out-of-network (OON) directly—no superbills or extra steps required. Our expert team helps children reach their full potential through personalized speech, feeding, infant feeding, and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.

The Authentic SLP is all about real conversations, real connection, and real results for families and professionals. I created this platform to bridge the gap between families, therapists, and schools — because finding the right provider shouldn’t be confusing or overwhelming. Through Parent Consulting and our Tampa Bay Pediatric Provider Network, I help families understand their options, and I help professionals connect and collaborate so kids get the right support faster.

I am a bilingual Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) and an Early Interventionist. I am deeply passionate about empowering parents and the therapists who support them through coaching and trainings.

Hi, I'm Christy, Owner of ThriveWell Functional Pediatrics and a board-certified Physician Assistant with over 13 years of experience. As a mom of three, my mission is deeply personal. When conventional treatments alone fell short in addressing my child’s persistent health issues, I discovered the power of functional medicine. That experience inspired me to combine the best of both conventional and holistic approaches to create truly personalized care for children.

Kristen Fustos, MS, RDN, CSP, LD, CLC I’m a pediatric registered dietitian specializing in gut health. Through my practice, Happy Tummy Nutrition, I help babies and children with gut-related issues such as reflux, eczema, constipation, and food sensitivities using a functional, food-first approach. I combine evidence-based nutrition, a gut microbiome–supportive framework, and practical, family-friendly strategies to help kids feel their best, eat better, and thrive!

Unlimited Pediatric Therapy helps children thrive through expert, compassionate developmental care. Founded by Child Development Specialist Rachael Somerman, UPT provides in-home and community-based therapy across Tampa Bay with a mission to empower families and nurture every child’s growth—because every child deserves unlimited possibilities.