Nurturing Movement. Supporting Minds. Optimizing Function. Celebrating Milestones.
Personalized Care to Support Your Child’s Unique Needs
Pediatric Physical Therapy
Bringing over 15 years of experience from a variety of pediatric settings
Pediatric Physical Therapy for Infants Through Adolescence, Specializing in Developmental & Childhood Milestones, Pelvic Health & The Mind-Body Connection
In-Clinic & Mobile Services
Home & Community Settings
Based out of Middletown, Rhode Island
Providing Services Throughout Aquidneck Island AND BEYOND!
ABOUT Mindful Milestones PT
Caring Starts the Moment we Connect
At Mindful Milestones Physical Therapy, we believe every child develops at their own pace and that every milestone, whether big or small, deserves to be celebrated. Our approach is individualized, compassionate, and rooted in the understanding that the mind and body are deeply connected. We take the time to listen, understand each child and family’s unique needs, and create a plan that feels supportive, meaningful, and achievable.
From infants working toward their earliest developmental milestones, to children navigating physical challenges, to adolescents experiencing the intersection of physical and emotional well-being, our goal is to create a space where every individual feels safe, seen, heard, and supported.
We value collaboration and believe our clients and families are an essential part of the therapeutic process. We work alongside our clients and caregivers to provide education, practical tools, and encouragement so that progress can continue beyond the therapy session and into everyday life.
At Mindful Milestones, we celebrate progress in all its forms. Sometimes a milestone is a first step, a new skill, greater independence, or simply finding confidence in one’s own body. Our philosophy is simple: meet each person where they are, honor the journey, and help them move forward with confidence, connection, and hope.
Dr. Lauren Varnell is the founder and owner of
Mindful Milestones PT.
My passion is helping children and families during times when they need support the most. I believe every child deserves to feel heard, understood, cared for, and most importantly hopeful. My goal is to create a space where children feel comfortable and families feel empowered, supported, and confident in their child’s journey.
Caring for Your Child’s Unique Needs One Moment at a Time
From treatment of common childhood diagnoses to promoting participation in playtime, we will tailor your child’s treatment plan based on their unique needs. Common diagnoses include:
Delayed or Difficulty with Gross Motor skills
Balance or Coordination impairments
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Toe-walking
Gait Impairment
Abnormal Muscle Tone (High/Low) Impacting Strength and/or Range of Motion
Neurological or Genetic Condition Impacting Physical Function
Incontinence/Bed wetting (see also pelvic health)
Supporting you and your child as early as the newborn stage.
Common diagnoses include:
Developmental Delay
Torticollis
Abnormal head shape (Plagiocephaly/Brachycephaly)
Difficulty with Tummy Time
Supporting your child as they become experts in exploring and interacting with their environment through Gross Motor development. Common diagnoses include:
Delayed Gross Motor Milestones
Toe-walking
In-toeing
Balance or Coordination Difficulties
Impaired Body Awareness
Abnormal Muscle Tone (High/Low) Impacting Strength and/or Range of Motion
Neurological or Genetic Diagnoses Impacting Physical Function
Note: See Developmental Playgroups for specialized interdisciplinary playgroups offered for this age group.
Treatment of structural impairments as well as the integration of psychologically informed treatment and mindfulness based strategies in treating children and adolescence experiencing chronic pain. Common diagnoses include:
Headaches & neck pain
Back pain
Abdominal & pelvic pain
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
Children affected by pediatric pelvic health conditions can experience difficulty with everyday activities, functioning at school as well as social and community outings. Education, behavioral modifications and pelvic floor training can make a meaningful difference. Common diagnoses include:
Urinary incontinence
Urinary urgency/frequency
Bed-wetting
Fecal incontinence (encopresis)
We utilize specialized treatment strategies as well as psychologically informed treatments, goal setting and mindfulness strategies to address FND and promote the ability to participate in daily activities. Common diagnoses include:
Functional weakness
Functional gait impairment
Functional balance impairment
Functional seizures
MULTIDISCIPLINARY
DEVELOPMENTAL PLAYGROUPS
Available for TODDLERS to PRESCHOOLERS
(Physical/Occupational/Speech)
