Our Care Plan | Virginia Beach VA

Care Starts Here

Every aspect of the care we provide is focused on the nervous system and supporting what’s called neuroplasticity — the body’s ability to heal, grow, adapt, and function the way it was designed to.

Those things matter at every stage of life — from a newborn who should be resting and growing well, to kids who are struggling with focus, behavior, sensory challenges, or sleep, to parents who need more calm, energy, and resilience in everyday life.

Through our unique 5-Step Clinical Process, we take time to truly listen to your concerns, understand your child’s health history, and use advanced INSiGHT Scans to assess how the nervous system is functioning. This helps us identify where stress may be building, where the system may be stuck, and what kind of care may be needed to help your child regulate and heal.

We also believe care should feel clear and encouraging — not confusing or overwhelming. That’s why we take time to explain each step, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about the path forward for your family.

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What to Expect

Our Clinical Process

Step 1 – Consultation Scheduling

The first step is scheduling a consultation with Dr. Vanella. This is where we begin learning about your child’s health history, current challenges, and the goals you have for their care.

Right away, many families notice that this process feels different. We take time to listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and look deeper into possible root causes instead of only focusing on surface-level symptoms.

Many parents say they already feel more hopeful after this first step because they finally feel heard and understood.

Step 2 – INSiGHT Scans
The second step is taking a deeper look at how your child’s nervous system is functioning using our INSiGHT Scans.

These scans include three different assessments that help us measure stress patterns within the autonomic nervous system. They give us helpful information about how your child’s body is adapting, regulating, and responding to stress.

In simple terms, these scans help us see whether the nervous system is calm and balanced — or stressed, overwhelmed, and not functioning the way it should.

Step 3 – Personalized Care Plan
The third step is putting together a personalized care plan based on your child’s case history, exam findings, and scan results.

This allows us to determine the recommended frequency of care and the type of support your child may need. Every care plan is individualized, because every child’s nervous system, stress patterns, and healing needs are different.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach here.

Step 4 – Report of Findings
The fourth step is the Report of Findings visit. This is where Dr. Vanella goes over your child’s scan results, explains what was found, and walks you through the recommended care plan.

This visit gives families clarity, answers, and a clear next step forward. It is also a time to ask questions and make sure you feel comfortable and confident moving ahead.

Step 5 – Adjustments
The fifth step is getting started with adjustments. These adjustments are gentle, specific, and focused on helping reduce stress and tension in the nervous system so the body can begin to regulate, heal, and function more efficiently.

Many parents feel nervous at first about trying something new, but quickly feel at ease when they see how gentle and calming this approach is for children and families.

Our goal is to make care feel welcoming, peaceful, and hopeful — while helping your child move toward better regulation, better healing, and better overall function.