Insurance & payment
Fees & financial information
Digits & Spots is a self-pay practice. Orofacial myofunctional therapy is generally not covered by dental or medical insurance, though some plans may offer partial reimbursement.
Self-pay
Fees are collected at the time of service. Kathleen will discuss costs with you at or before your initial evaluation.
HSA & FSA accepted
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account funds are accepted for all services.
Insurance documentation
Kathleen can provide itemized superbills for you to submit to your insurance carrier for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Professional organizations
Where to learn more about OMT
The leading credentialing body for Certified Orofacial Myologists worldwide. Find research, CE resources, and locate practitioners.
National organization for communication and swallowing disorders, with resources on orofacial myofunctional disorders and treatment.
Patrick McKeown's organization for Buteyko breathing education, research, and certified instructor training.
The source for craniosacral therapy training and research, including applications for infant and pediatric care.
The Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute's method for integrating retained primitive reflexes — an approach Kathleen incorporates into her practice.
Suggested reading
Books Kathleen recommends
A growing shelf of favorites Kathleen returns to and shares with patients and families — on breathing, feeding, sleep, tethered tissues, and child development.
Jaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic — Sandra Kahn & Paul R. Ehrlich
A compelling look at how modern diets and mouth breathing have altered human facial development over generations.
Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art — James Nestor
An accessible and eye-opening exploration of how we breathe and why nasal breathing matters for health and development.
The Oxygen Advantage — Patrick McKeown
How breathing less can improve athletic performance, sleep quality, and overall health — from the creator of Buteyko Breathing.
Nobody Ever Told Me That! — Diane Bahr, MS, CCC-SLP, CIMI
By using simple, appropriate techniques during the first two years of life, you can help your baby develop the best mouth structure and movement possible.
Feed Your Baby and Toddler Right — Diane Bahr, MS, CCC-SLP
Early eating and drinking skills encourage the best development.
SOS 4 TOTS — Lawrence A. Kotlow, DDS
Exposing the myths about breastfeeding and healing the heartbreak to make breastfeeding a joy.
Tongue Tied — Richard Baxter, DMD, MS
How a tiny string under the tongue impacts nursing, speech, feeding, and more.
Helping the Thumb-Sucking Child — Rosemarie A. Van Norman
What you need to know about helping your child overcome thumb-sucking and its related problems.
Mouth Breather — Patrick McKeown & Andrew Dunne
Shut your mouth: the self-help book for breathers.
Gasp: Airway Health — Dr. Michael Gelb & Dr. Howard Hindin
The hidden path to wellness.
Breathe, Sleep, Live, Smile — Dr. Lynn Lipskis & Dr. Edmund Lipskis
Integrative treatments for TMJ, sleep apnea, and orthodontics.
Sleep Wrecked Kids — Sharon Moore
Helping parents raise happy, healthy kids, one sleep at a time.
The Breathing Cure — Patrick McKeown
Exercises to develop new breathing habits for a healthier, happier, and longer life.
Licensed to Thrive — Dr. Felix Liao, DDS
A mouth owner's GPS to vibrant health and innate immunity.
Symphony of Reflexes — Bonnie L. Brandes, MEd
Interventions for human development, autism, ADHD, CP, and other neurological disorders.