Comprehensive Therapy Services in Oakland County, Michigan

Providing myofunctional, speech, feeding, physical, & occupational therapy for the whole family.

Child with improved speech, eating, and sleep after myofunctional therapy in Rochester, MI
Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute

Know better.

Do better.

Get better.

Know better. Do better. Get better.

Welcome to Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute

Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute is a multidisciplinary private practice dedicated to helping families become their healthiest and best selves. Our speech, myofunctional, occupational, and physical therapists are experts in whole body care— moving beyond traditional therapy methods to improve breathing, posture, mobility, sleep, speech, feeding, and swallowing skills all at once.

You don’t have to do this alone.

Specialized Evaluation & Therapy Services for Infants, Children, Teens, & Adults

Myofunctional Therapy in Oakland County, MI

Myofunctional Therapy

We address the underlying causes of breathing, eating, digestion, sleeping, and speaking challenges to improve oral and body health.

speech and feeding therapy leads to happy mealtimes with Oakland Myo

Speech & Feeding Therapy

Using research-based methods, we get to the root of the problem to help individuals of all ages speak clearly, communicate with confidence, and enjoy peaceful mealtimes.

Child working on motor skills during physical therapy for kids in Rochester, MI

Occupational & Physical Therapy

Our occupational and physical therapists help the brain and body work better together, all while having fun!

Yoga, Meditation, Breath Work for the Whole Family

Find grounding and reconnect with yourself.

Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute offers yoga, meditation, and breathwork classes for children, teens, and adults.

Join our certified instructor in our office, at one of many outdoor locations, or even online.

Practice by yourself, with a partner, or begin introducing these practices to your family.

Meet Our Founder

Michelle Richards, CCC-SLP, TSLI, CLC, CertBBM

Michelle Richards, CCC-SLP, TSLI, CLC, CertBBM, owner and speech therapist at Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute in Rochester, MI

Michelle Richards is a passionate speech therapist specializing in the treatment of orofacial myofunctional disorders in children. Her journey into myofunctional therapy began as a mother seeking answers for her daughter. After nearly 15 years of searching, Michelle finally discovered the power of myofunctional therapy— which effectively treated the root causes of her daughter’s medical and dental challenges.

Having been in the same boat as many of the parents seeking her support, Michelle understands their struggles and frustrations firsthand. Fueled by a mix of mom guilt and years of fighting for her daughter's health, she has made it her mission to help others on their journeys to wellness. At Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute, Michelle and her like-minded team of therapists are committed to providing life-changing therapy services to families throughout Rochester, MI.

Michelle also offers in-person and online trainings. Please reach out to learn more about having Michelle speak at your next event.

Kind Words From Clients

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Kind Words From Clients ~

  • "Thank you, Michelle, for the work you are doing!"

    “Michelle is absolutely AMAZING! She is uber smart, kind, caring, and will make you feel so comfortable. Some of the things you do to treat a tongue tie are a bit awkward and embarrassing, but Michelle has a way of making that all disappear. She makes it fun, shares examples, and even personal experiences. Most importantly she validates that all you have been feeling and struggling with is REAL! If I could give Michelle 100 stars, I would. Because of her, my everyday life is going to greatly improve! Thank you, Michelle, for the work you are doing! You are the best kind of human: down to earth, genuine, empathetic, caring, and do what is truly right for your patients.”

  • "She just truly wants to help..."

    “She has diagnosed issues with my daughter's articulation that no one else has been able to diagnose in years. She just truly wants to help support her clients and their families.”

“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”

― Maya Angelou

Ready to Get Started?

We’re here to show you that you don’t have to do this alone. At Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute, our passionate therapists serve families throughout Michigan at our Rochester clinic and online. Reach out to get started and gain a partner in your journey!

Step 1

Book your free 15-minute consult or schedule an initial evaluation. We will email you some intake paperwork to get started.

Step 2

Complete the evaluation and review the results with your therapist. We will answer any questions you may have and, if necessary, set therapy goals together.

Step 3

Begin therapy to work toward your goals! We will measure progress each session and provide practical home activities to support quicker growth.

Child working on oral motor skills during myofunctional therapy in Rochester, MI

Access Our Team of Specialists from Anywhere in Michigan: In Person and Online!

Oakland Myo and Wellness Institute provides premier therapy services throughout Oakland County. Clients can join us for in-person therapy in our welcoming clinic space. We also offer convenient virtual therapy services to families anywhere in Michigan.

You don’t have to live nearby to access our team of specialists!