San Francisco Children's Speech Therapy

SF Children's Speech Therapy is a specialized practice that provides individualized in-home speech and language therapy for children from 18 months to adolescents. Our mission is to support children's speech and language development in their natural environment, creating a therapeutic atmosphere that is both meaningful and memorable for each child and family.

Philosophy

We believe that children learn best when they feel accepted, confident, and motivated. We pride ourselves in creating a positive therapeutic environment that is tailored to your child's unique interests, making learning new skills an enjoyable and engaging experience. We understand the importance of parental involvement and home carryover practice in a child's speech and language development, and we are committed to providing your family with the education and tools needed to support your child throughout their daily routines. We are excited to partner with you in supporting your child in their personal speech and language journey.

Our Speech-Language Pathologist

Allison, the founder of SF Children's Speech Therapy, is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience supporting both children and adults with speech and language needs. She has worked in various settings, including schools, private clinics, private in-home clients, and non-profit organizations. Allison holds a Master of Science degree in Communicative Disorders from San Francisco State University, along with specialized certification in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She occasionally teaches as an adjunct instructor and lecturer at San Francisco State University, in the Communicative Disorders Department.

Allison specializes in evaluating and treating children with a variety of speech and language needs, such as receptive and expressive language disorders, language learning disabilities, childhood apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorders, articulation, and phonological disorders. With her love of teaching and warm personality, Allison strives to create a therapeutic atmosphere that is both meaningful and memorable for each child and family.

Services

SF Children's Speech Therapy offers the following services:

1. Consultations: We provide initial consultations to discuss your concerns, answer any questions, and determine if speech and language therapy is appropriate for your child.

2. Screenings: We offer screenings to identify potential speech and language concerns and determine if a comprehensive evaluation is needed.

3. Formal Evaluations: Our comprehensive evaluations include in-depth assessments and written reports detailing your child's strengths and areas of need, along with recommendations for treatment and home carryover activities.

4. Research-Based Therapeutic Treatment: We provide individualized, evidence-based therapy tailored to your child's unique needs and interests. Our therapy sessions are play-based, goal-oriented, and incorporate your child's unique interests to create an engaging and motivating learning experience.

We are dedicated to helping your child reach their full potential and look forward to working with you.