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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is a specialized therapy that focuses on the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue. These muscles play a critical role in breathing, feeding, swallowing, speech, sleep quality, and facial development from infancy through adulthood.
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Our approach
A Whole-Body Approach to Myofunctional Therapy.
At The Abeille Feeding Clinic, we don’t isolate the mouth from the rest of the body. Our therapists look at how oral function integrates with posture, breathing, feeding, and nervous system regulation.
Your myofunctional therapy plan may include:
- Individualized oral motor and functional exercises
- Breathing and airway support strategies
- Feeding and chewing skill development
- Integration of Craniosacral Therapy (CST) and Craniofacial Therapy (CFT) when appropriate
- Collaboration with lactation consultants, feeding therapists, and pediatric therapists
This integrative approach helps create sustainable changes, not just short-term improvements.
How we help
Sound Familiar?
Every family’s path looks different. These are some of the reasons parents come to see us, and we’ll start by listening to yours.
My child breathes through their mouth, even asleep.
Mouth breathing
My child's tongue pushes forward when they swallow.
Tongue posture and swallowing
My child looks restless when they sleep.
Restless sleep
We're preparing for or recovering from a tie release.
Tie release support
I've noticed these patterns in myself.
Support for adults
Eating looks like more work than it should be.
Chewing and eating
Support for all
Signs Myofunctional Therapy May Be Helpful.
In Infants & Young Children
Open-mouth breathing
Breast or bottle feeding trouble
Tongue thrust
Trouble moving to solids
Gagging or messy eating
Frequent congestion or reflux
In Older Children & Teens
Speech sound concerns
Mouth breathing or snoring
Crowded teeth or a narrow palate
Long-term thumb or pacifier sucking
Picky eating or tired chewing
Poor sleep
In Adults
Jaw clenching or TMJ discomfort
Headaches or neck pain
Breathing problems during sleep
Tongue thrust or swallowing trouble
Teeth shifting after orthodontics
If you’re concerned about breathing, feeding, oral function, or facial development, we’re here to help. Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy can be a powerful step toward improved function, comfort, and long-term health.
your first visit
What to expect when you come in.
No concern is too small, and no one is in a hurry. Here’s what to expect at your first appointment.
- Time to tell your full feeding story
- A thorough, unrushed feeding observation
- Hands-on support, always with your consent
- Clear explanations and practical strategies
- A plan you can actually use at home
Booking is per clinician through Jane App. If you’d rather be matched, call and we’ll help you pick.
our locations
Proudly serving families
in three communities.
WEST county
st. louis, mo
2821 North Ballas Road Suite 220
St. Louis, MO 63131
Located inside New Mom School
FROM OUR FAMILIES
What families are saying
Not sure where to start?
Every family’s story is different, and so is every path to feeling supported. Reach out with your questions, big or small. We’ll help you find the right clinician and location, then take the next steps together at your family’s pace.