NOURISH
Expert Support for Feeding, Lactation, Tongue Ties, and Infant Development.
Nourish Therapy specialize in a holistic and integrative approach that address the root cause of challenges in order to help littles feel well, feed well, breathe, sleep, and thrive.
Services
Breastfeeding &
Bottle Feeding
Let's work together to treat the root cause of breast and/or bottle feeding challenges. Some of the most common infant feeding issues we treat are related to: prematurity, tension/birth trauma, and tongue ties. We blend various hands-on feeding therapy & bodywork modalities in order to optimize infant feeding skills. And since feeding takes two, we are also your go-to for lactation support. Whether it's navigating supply, pumping, breast health, or bottle refusal- we'll make a plan that cares for the whole family.
Starting Solids &
Picky Eating in Toddlerhood
We develop individualized, playful therapy programs based on your child's needs and family goals. Assessment considers where littles are at with milestones, sensory development, reflex integration, posture and strength-- because it's all connected! We pride ourselves in offering the kind of care that we want for our own family. Read about what a feeding evaluation and treatment session looks like here.
Tongue Ties &
Myofunctional Disorders
A myofunctional disorder is abnormal muscle movement patterns in the face, mouth, and lips that can affect breathing, swallowing, chewing, and speech. The hallmark of a myofunctional disorder is an open mouth posture and high palate. Therapy goals target closed mouth posture and nasal breathing in order to support oral functions and airway health. Learn more about myofunctional disorders here.
Meet Carissa
M.S., CCC-SLP, IBCLC
Nourish Therapy was founded by Carissa Guiley, a Speech-Language Pathologist, Infant Feeding Specialist, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Seattle Pacific University in 2012, a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Utah State University in 2015, and a Masters of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2018. She is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), and has been honored to receive two ASHA ACE awards for her dedication to continuing education. Her life's work revolves around helping families feed their babies.
