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A parent’s guide to the top neurointensive therapy programs in Minnesota for children with developmental delays, autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and related neurological challenges — with honest breakdowns of what each clinic offers, who leads the program, and what to expect.

If your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, or a developmental delay — and you’ve been searching for neurointensive therapy in Minnesota — you already know how hard it is to find the right provider.

Neuro intensive therapy isn’t offered by every clinic. It requires specialized training in functional neurology, vestibular therapy, primitive reflex remediation, and the concentrated daily treatment format that makes the intensive model work. Most standard therapy practices don’t offer it.

This guide is written for Minnesota parents who are doing their research. We’ve compiled the clinics in the state that offer genuine neurointensive or neuromotor intensive programs for children — programs built around the intensive daily model, not just weekly therapy with a neurological label. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of each provider, what they offer, who leads their programs, and how they differ.

A note on transparency: This article is published by North Lakes Chiropractic & Functional Neurology in Grand Rapids, MN — and we do rank ourselves first. We’ve made every effort to represent the other clinics on this list accurately and fairly. If you’re evaluating multiple providers, we encourage you to contact each one directly.

What Makes a Program a True Neuro Intensive?

The term ‘neuro intensive’ is increasingly used in marketing, but the format has a specific meaning: concentrated neurological therapy delivered daily over a short period (typically 1–2 weeks), rather than spread across weekly appointments over many months.

The core advantage is neuroplasticity. The brain changes most efficiently when neurological stimulation is repeated, daily, and builds on itself — each session reinforcing the gains made in the session before. When sessions are a week apart, that compounding effect is lost. The intensive format is not just faster; for many children, it’s the format that finally produces results after months of conventional therapy haven’t.

True neurointensive programs for children typically include: comprehensive neurological assessment, personalized treatment plans, vestibular therapy, primitive reflex remediation, vision therapy, proprioceptive and somatosensory stimulation, and a home care plan at the end of the program. Not all programs include all of these components — which is one reason the quality and breadth of providers varies considerably.

#1 — North Lakes Chiropractic & Functional Neurology

Grand Rapids, Minnesota  ·  northlakeschiropractic.com  ·  (218) 999-7006

13 Willow Lane, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

North Lakes Chiropractic & Functional Neurology is our top pick for neurointensive therapy in Minnesota — and the only program in the state led by a board-certified chiropractic neurologist (DACNB) who has been delivering dedicated neurointensive programs for over a decade.

Why North Lakes Ranks #1

The foundation of what makes North Lakes exceptional is Dr. Kolby Condos, DC, DACNB. The DACNB designation — Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board — is the highest certification available in chiropractic neurology. It requires thousands of hours of post-doctoral education and rigorous national board examination. Dr. Condos earned his DACNB in 2016 and has since completed thousands of additional hours of training in functional neurology, pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders, concussion rehabilitation, vestibular therapy, primitive reflex integration, vision therapy, and functional medicine.

What that credential means in practice: Dr. Condos doesn’t manage diagnoses. He identifies and treats the neurological root causes — retained primitive reflexes, vestibular dysregulation, visual processing dysfunction, sensory integration deficits — that other therapies often miss. The neurointensive program at North Lakes is built around that level of neurological precision.

Program Details

What Distinguishes North Lakes From Other Providers

Several factors set the North Lakes program apart from every other option in this guide:

Contact: (218) 999-7006  ·  info@northlakeschiropractic.com  ·  northlakeschiropractic.com/neuro-intensives-for-children

Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–5:30pm  ·  Friday 8:30am–12:00pm

#2 — Infinity Neuromotor Development Center of Minnesota

Twin Cities Metro Area  ·  minnesotainfinity.com

Infinity Neuromotor Development Center is a multi-state clinic network (Iowa, Minnesota, Colorado) that offers neuromotor intensive programs for children using a multi-disciplinary model. The Minnesota location serves the greater Twin Cities area and is part of the broader Infinity system founded around the work of Dr. Josh Madsen.

Program Details

Infinity is a strong option for Twin Cities families looking for a multi-disciplinary neuromotor intensive program with speech therapy integrated into the model. The Minnesota location is part of a broader network, which means protocols are more standardized across sites than a single-practice clinic. Families traveling from outside the metro may find North Lakes more logistically practical.

#3 — A Chance To Grow — Neuro Integrative Clinic

Northeast Minneapolis, Minnesota  ·  actg.org  ·  (612) 789-1236

A Chance To Grow (ACTG) is a long-established nonprofit organization in Northeast Minneapolis offering a range of brain-centered therapy services, including a Neuro Integrative Clinic that provides intensive programs for children and adults. ACTG is one of the more established names in neurological therapy in the Twin Cities.

Program Details

ACTG’s Neuro Integrative Clinic has a strong track record and deep service integration under one roof. It’s worth noting that their intensive format (hours per week rather than daily consecutive sessions) differs from the daily concentrated model used at North Lakes — a distinction that may matter depending on your child’s needs and what research on neuroplasticity suggests about session frequency.

#4 — Children’s Minnesota — Neuromotor Intensive Clinic

Minneapolis & Roseville, Minnesota  ·  childrensmn.org  ·  (612) 813-8700

Children’s Minnesota is the state’s largest pediatric health system and operates a Neuromotor Intensive Clinic through its physical rehabilitation department. Their intensive programs are hospital-based and physician-ordered, making them a strong fit for children with medically complex conditions or those who need care within a traditional healthcare system.

Program Details

Children’s Minnesota is the right choice for families who need hospital-based care, insurance coverage, and physician oversight — particularly for children with medically complex motor conditions like hemiplegia or cerebral palsy. Families looking for functional neurology-based care, primitive reflex remediation, vestibular therapy, or a non-medication ADHD/autism approach are better served by the specialized providers above.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Use this table to quickly compare the key features of each program when making your decision:

Feature#1 North Lakes#2 Infinity MN#3 A Chance To Grow#4 Children’s MN
LocationGrand Rapids, MNTwin Cities MetroNE MinneapolisMinneapolis / Roseville
Lead CredentialDACNB (Board-Certified Chiropractic Neurologist)Functional Neurology / ChiropracticOT / Developmental TherapyOT / PT (hospital-based)
Intensive FormatDaily, 1–2 hrs/day, 1–2 wksDaily, 2+ hrs/day, 5–10 days4–6 hrs/weekVaries by program
Primitive Reflex WorkYes — core focusYes — core focusYes — core focusNot primary focus
Vestibular TherapyYesYesYesYes (PT-based)
Vision TherapyYesYes (eye tracking)YesNot listed
Chiropractic NeurologyYes — DACNB ledYesNoNo
Non-Medication ADHDYesYesYesNot primary focus
Speech TherapyNo (referral)Yes — integratedYes — integratedSeparate dept.
Physician Referral RequiredNoNoNoYes
InsuranceContact clinicNo (CareCredit)Partial (NI Clinic: private pay)Yes

How to Choose the Right Clinic for Your Child

Every family’s situation is different. Here’s a straightforward framework for narrowing down your choice:

Take the First Step at North Lakes Chiropractic

If you’re considering a neuro intensive program for your child, we’d love to talk. The first step at North Lakes is a comprehensive neurological assessment with Dr. Kolby Condos — a thorough evaluation of your child’s nervous system that tells us exactly which areas need support and whether a neurointensive program is the right fit.

There’s no obligation to begin a program until you understand the findings and have had your questions answered. We serve families from Grand Rapids and Northern Minnesota, and we regularly see families traveling from the Twin Cities, Duluth, Rochester, and beyond.

Ready to explore neuro intensive therapy for your child? Visit our comprehensive Neuro Intensive Therapy for Children page to learn more about our program, or call North Lakes Chiropractic at (218) 999-7006 to schedule your child’s assessment.