Speech-Language Therapy

Speech Therapy targets receptive and expressive language skills including vocabulary, listening comprehension, following directions, pragmatics, oral and written expression. Speech Therapists at Central Coast Language and Learning Center Speech Pathology provide individuals and their families with strategies and solutions for resolving communication difficulties.

CCLLC speech and language therapists work with infants through adults on a variety of communication needs. Therapists analyze each client's strengths and weaknesses to develop an individualized treatment program. Therapists set goals and objectives to track over treatment.

CCLLC's philosophy is to provide strong clinical treatment in a relaxed, nurturing environment. Clients make progress when they feel safe and receive positive reinforcement and one-on-one interaction.

Speech therapy sessions are 30, 45 or 60 minutes long. The treatment sessions are goal driven and data based to clearly track improvement and changes in language processing. Therapists receive ongoing training to remain current in the research and methods of treatment.

Some of the areas that speech therapy can address include:

  • Articulation and Phonological Delays/Disorders
  • Auditory Processing/Comprehension Disorders
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorders
  • Augmentative Alternative Communication
  • Aphasia
  • Developmental Apraxia/Dyspraxia
  • Language Delay/Disorder
  • Oral Motor Dysfunction
  • Dysarthria
  • Pragmatic/Social Language Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Voice
 

Stories and News


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Both Brandon and his parents have benefitted from his improved communication skills

Teen with Down Syndrome Learns Self-Awareness, Communication Skills to Become Independent Adult

Working with speech therapist Maria Costa enhanced Brandon's self-awareness, which is what ultimately allowed him to understand others, be understood, and communicate effectively.

‘My Tummy Hurts:' Speech Therapy Unlocks Simple Yet Meaningful Words

Atom began seeing Lauren Sekas, speech therapist at CCLLC, for regular sessions and made quick progress. He is now able to form sentences, engage with his family and friends, and express his needs.
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Brian and his speech therapist Leah Kohl smile to celebrate his progress after one of Brian's sessions.

Speech Therapists and Parents Work as a Team to Help Boy Communicate

Working as a team with speech therapists not only allowed Brian's mom to access more communication with her son, but also access more of who he was, such as his personality and interests, which in turn deepened their relationship.
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After Massive Stroke, Woman Finds Hope in Speech Therapy

Rebecca Salimpour has had a successful floral design business in Orange County, Calif. for over two decades. Her work was even shown on Bravo TV and the popular show "Real Housewives of Orange County." But in February 2020, her career came to an abrupt halt after Rebecca suffered a major stroke. Read more of her story that she shares in her own words.
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Mom and Therapist Use Team Approach to Help Boy's Reading and Writing

When Mayte Ruiz's son Nick was diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and Auditory Processing Disorder, she felt like her world had turned upside down.
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Donated iPad helps boy bond with family: Video

Judy Caceras and her husband were at the Apple store about to make a financially difficult purchase when they found out they would receive a free iPad to help their son Jacob communicate. Hear Judy share their full story. Thank you to Omar's Dream Foundation for changing the lives of the families we care for and giving them the gift of communication!
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Speech therapy helps man recover from traumatic brain injury (TBI)

"I saw people and recognized them, but I didn't know their names ... It was easy to come [to the clinic] and relax and go right into the therapy program. [Jenn] explained everything to me and told me that as long as I kept trying, I would see progress."
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Bringing speech therapy home helps boy with autism

"He had fewer meltdowns from the frustration he was having not being able to communicate. We would take him to the park and after that breakthrough with language, we saw he was more comfortable making some friends."

We are proud to announce that we are a Gold Monterey County Family Friendly Employer, certified by Bright Beginnings and the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. More information about the certification.

"Their program should be held as the gold standard for educating children with developmental, speech, and language delays." Jennifer Zeidberg, M.D.
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