By Aiesha Mcmahan on May 7, 2026 Verified by Google

Skills on the Hill is a truly amazing therapeutic site. Since my daughter started attending, we’ve seen incredible progress—her patience is growing, and her attention span is expanding every day. She is always thrilled to go!
They use a fascinating variety of unique toys I’ve never seen anywhere else, which keeps her completely engaged. Most importantly, as a parent of a child with sensory needs, I appreciate how they prioritize her specific requirements the moment she walks in. They are remarkably patient and kind, even on the days when she’s "a bit much." I couldn't be happier with our experience.

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By Bianca Phillips on January 30, 2026 Verified by Google

When my son Desmond was diagnosed with autism at age two, he began receiving speech and occupational therapy at another clinic. Due to unexpected billing issues, his services were paused for almost three months, which was incredibly stressful during such an important developmental period. Wanting to ensure continuity of care, we reached out to Skills on the Hill, and from the very first interaction, I knew we had made the right decision.

The intake process at SOTH was seamless and reassuring. Hannah was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and compassionate, walking us through every step of referrals, evaluations, and scheduling with clarity and care. What can often feel overwhelming was instead low-stress and supportive, which meant so much to our family.

Shortly after, Desmond began speech therapy with Julia and occupational therapy with Kristin. From the beginning, both therapists demonstrated not only strong clinical expertise but also a deep understanding of Desmond as an individual. They took the time to learn his needs and interests, which helped him feel comfortable despite his difficulty with transitions. He adjusted quickly and even began calling the clinic “the gym,” which made him excited to attend therapy.

We have been very pleased with Desmond’s progress, especially in his speech clarity, confidence with pronunciation, willingness to attempt challenging sounds, early reading skills, and improvements in balance and coordination. His therapists are intentional, thoughtful, and consistently address areas of need while keeping sessions engaging and motivating.

Most importantly, Skills on the Hill has provided a safe and supportive environment where I feel completely confident leaving my son in their care. The collaborative approach across the intake team, therapists, and care coordination has made a challenging journey feel manageable. I am truly grateful for the support and dedication shown to our family.

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By hhj on December 16, 2025 Verified by Google

SOTH is an outstanding therapy clinic. My toddler did PT, OT, and speech here for three months while we were on temporary assignment in DC. SOTH took care of all the authorizations with Tricare and had us scheduled within two weeks, by far the smoothest healthcare experience we’ve had for my daughter. The therapists are amazing, so kind and skilled. My daughter made huge progress in her three months here — she took her first steps in the SOTH gym during PT! I can’t recommend SOTH highly enough and wish we could stay longer or take them back home with us!

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By Jennifer Kindred Mitchell on October 4, 2024 Verified by Google

Skills on the Hill has been an incredible resource for our family. Our son started receiving therapy here when he was 2 years old, and now, at 8, he is absolutely thriving! Over the years, he has benefited from physical, speech, and occupational therapy, all of which have been tailored to his specific needs. The progress he’s made has been truly remarkable. The therapists are not only experts in their fields but are also warm, compassionate, and deeply invested in his success.

We’ve also taken advantage of the parenting resources they offer, which have been invaluable in helping us support our son’s development at home. Skills on the Hill has become a second home for us, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly for any family in need of pediatric therapy services in the DC area. This place has made all the difference for our son’s growth and happiness!

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By Dewey Sampson on August 12, 2024 Verified by Google

My son is currently 9 years old and has been receiving services (OT, PT and Speech) for five years at Skills on the Hill. I consider the staff at Skills to be an extended part of our family. All of his therapists have been invested in him reaching his full potential and have played an integral role in his development. Skills is an exceptional Pediatric Therapy center and I've recommended them to several other families seeking services.

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