Emerge Clubs
At Emerge Pediatric Therapy, we are committed to creating a space that is inclusive of all neurotypes. We follow the latest research and plan each club session based on the individual needs of each child within the group dynamic.
Our Club Programs are open to both children who are current Emerge clients as well as those who are not. Early registration is recommended as our programs tend to fill quickly.
2025 Spring Clubs Registration Dates:
Current Emerge Clients: Monday, November 18th at 8:00 AM — please ask your child’s therapist for the password to register
Non-Emerge Clients: Wednesday, November 20th at 8:00 AM — no password needed!
Important Updates:
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Emerge Clubs are an out-of-pocket expense, not billed through insurance, regardless of insurance type. Payment information is listed in the FAQ section below.
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If your child has Medicaid or Tricare insurance, we will have the limited ability to assign your child a therapist who can coordinate activities with the Emerge Club as the child’s treatment plan allows.
- The initial payment for ALL plans is due 72 hours after being contacted by the clinic’s Client Relations Coordinator
Emerge Clubs FAQ
1. Are Emerge Clubs reimbursable by insurance?
Due to the changing nature of complexity and inconsistency around insurance reimbursement for group sessions, Emerge Clubs are not reimbursable by insurance. HSA cards are not accepted as a form of payment for Emerge Clubs.
2. How are payments made?
An Emerge Client Relations Coordinator (CRC) will call you to collect payment once your child is officially registered for an Emerge Club. Upon your first payment, your card will be kept on file and used for all subsequent monthly payments (dates vary by semester).
We have two payment options for Emerge Clubs: you can pay in full at the time of registration for a 5% discount or you can use the payment plan.
| Total Cost | 5% discount | amount if using payment plan |
| $1,530 | $1453.50 | $382.50 (4 payments) |
Payment Plan schedule:
- Payment 1: at registration
- Payment 2: March 3rd
- Payment 3: April 7th
- Payment 4: May 5th
3. When are initial payments due?
The initial payment is due within 3 business days after being contacted by the clinic’s Client Relations Coordinator.
4. Do you offer financial assistance?
If you are an existing client with Emerge who uses Medicaid or Tricare and are interested in Emerge Clubs, please check the box indicating this on the Club Registration Form and our club coordinator will reach out to you.
Spring 2025 Clubs
Beginning February 2025, we are offering a variety of in-person clubs, ranging in size from 2 to 6 children. We are offering clubs at all three of our clinic locations — Durham, Cary and Carrboro! Please be sure to read the club descriptions carefully as you decide what to sign up for. The format of each club has been determined based on a variety of factors, with keeping our families and staff safe at the forefront of that process.
Most Spring Clubs will begin Monday, February 3rd and last until Friday, May 30th. Clubs that meet on Mondays will wrap up on Monday, June 2nd, due to the Memorial Day Holiday.
Preschool Power – Carrboro
Thursdays, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Carrboro
- Ages 3 – 5
- Led by 2 OT’s
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This program provides opportunities to build skills for preschool classroom readiness. Social communication and fine motor skills are addressed during mock classroom activities and routines.
Krafty Kids – Carrboro
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:00 PM
- Location: Carrboro
- Ages 7 – 10 (flexible!)
- Co-led by 2 OTs
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This project-based club follows the interests of group members to complete motivating creative projects. Club members will work to build executive function, fine motor, social problem solving, and cooperative skills during a variety of craft projects, including: arts and crafts, baking, needlepoint, finger knitting, and more.
Minecraft Masters – Carrboro
Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00 PM
- Location: Carrboro
- Ages 8 – 11
- Co-led by 2 OTs
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This project-based club follows the interests of group members to complete motivating projects relating to a shared interest – Minecraft. Club members will work to build executive function, social problem solving, and cooperative skills during a variety activities inspired by Minecraft.
Kindergarten Kickstarters – Cary
Tuesdays 3:00 – 4:00 PM
- Location: Cary
- Ages 4 – 6
- Co-Led by two OT’s
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- Kindergarten Kickstarters provides opportunities for children to prepare for the demands of a kindergarten classroom with social, fine motor, and pre-academic activities designed to mimic a classroom routine while providing therapeutic support.
Social Scouts – Cary
Wednesdays 3:00pm – 4:00 PM
- Location: Cary
- Ages 5 – 7
- Co-led by 2 OT’s
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This club focuses on the development of social-cognitive skills (such as conversation, perspective taking, and peer negotiation) using concepts from curriculums such as Social Thinking and Zones of Regulation through a neurodiversity-affirming lens.
Gaming Guild – Cary
Tuesdays, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
- Location: Cary
- Ages 8 – 11
- Co-led by two OT’s
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This project-based club follows the interests of group members to complete motivating projects relating to a shared interest – gaming! Club members will work to build executive function, social problem solving, and cooperative skills during a variety of activities inspired by various games of mutual interest to the club, including Pokemon, Minecraft, Roblox, etc.
Social Butterflies – Durham
Due to high demand we have two options for Social Butterflies in Durham:
Thursdays, 4:00pm – 5:00pm OR
Mondays, 4:00 – 5:00pm
- Location: Durham
- Ages 4 – 6
- Co-led by two OTs
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This program addresses social communication, perspective taking, turn-taking, and imaginative play skills.
Social Scouts – Durham
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00pm
- Location: Durham
- Ages 5 – 7
- Led by 2 OT’s
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This club focuses on the development of social-cognitive skills (such as conversation, perspective taking, and peer negotiation) using concepts from curriculums such as Social Thinking and Zones of Regulation through a neurodiversity-affirming lens.
Tween Talk – Durham
Tuesdays, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
- Location: Durham
- Ages 8 – 11
- Led by an SLP and an OT
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- Tween Talk encourages children to establish a positive self-concept and build skills required for successful friendships.
Setting the Stage for Social Success – Durham
Mondays, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
- Location: Durham
- Ages 11-14
- Led by 2 OT’s
- February 3 – May 30 (Monday clubs through June 2 due to Memorial Day Holiday)
- Limited to 6 children
- This club focuses on the development of social-cognitive skills through the use of drama and theater arts games and activities.
