Helping Children Find Their Voice

Expert pediatric speech therapy for late talkers, articulation challenges, autism, stuttering, and more. We're here to guide your family every step of the way.

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ASHA Certified (CCC-SLP)
300+ Families Helped
Since 2019

If you're worried about your child's speech or language development, you're not alone—and you're in the right place. Many parents notice signs early: a toddler who isn't talking yet, a preschooler whose words are hard to understand, or an older child who struggles to express ideas clearly.

Speech-language pathologists help children develop the communication skills they need to connect with others, succeed in school, and build confidence. The earlier you start, the better the outcomes.

Research consistently shows that early intervention in speech therapy leads to better outcomes in communication, literacy, and social development. Children's brains show heightened neural plasticity during the first years of life, making early childhood a critical window for language development.

Conditions We Treat

Comprehensive evaluation and personalized therapy for a wide range of pediatric speech and language challenges.

Late Talkers

At 24 months, a child should have at least 50 words and be combining two words together. Late language emergence affects 10-20% of two-year-olds, with boys approximately three times more likely to be late talkers. Early intervention can make a significant difference.

Common Signs
  • Limited babbling after 18 months
  • Fewer than 50 words at age 2
  • Not combining words
  • Limited gestures (pointing, waving)
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10-20%
of 2-year-olds are late talkers
Source: ASHA Practice Portal
50-70%
catch up with early intervention
Source: NIDCD Research

Articulation & Phonological Disorders

We treat all speech sound difficulties—not just R, S, and L. Whether your child substitutes sounds, leaves off word endings, or shows phonological process patterns, we can help. We also provide specialized therapy for children with cleft palate and cochlear implants. By age 4, children should be understood most of the time by unfamiliar listeners.

Common Signs
  • Hard to understand
  • Substituting sounds
  • Leaving off endings
  • Sound pattern errors
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Language Delays

Language delays affect how children understand others (receptive language) or express their own thoughts (expressive language). Approximately 1 in 14 children experience developmental language difficulties that persist into school age.

Common Signs
  • Trouble following directions
  • Limited vocabulary
  • Short sentences
  • Difficulty answering questions
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Autism & Social Communication

Many children with autism experience challenges with communication, from language delays to difficulty with conversation. We use evidence-based approaches including AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) to help children communicate effectively.

Common Signs
  • Limited eye contact
  • Echolalia (repeating phrases)
  • Difficulty with conversation
  • Trouble with social cues
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Stuttering & Fluency

Stuttering is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting 5-10% of children at some point. Early intervention is highly effective—75-80% of children who stutter recover naturally or with treatment, with higher success rates when therapy begins early.

When to Seek Help
  • Stuttering lasting 6+ months
  • Visible tension or struggle
  • Child avoids talking
  • Family history of stuttering
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Childhood Apraxia of Speech

Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder where the brain has difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for speech. It requires intensive, specialized therapy—ASHA recommends 3-5 sessions per week for optimal outcomes.

Common Signs
  • Inconsistent speech errors
  • Difficulty with longer words
  • Vowel errors
  • Groping movements when speaking
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Auditory Processing

Children with auditory processing disorder (APD) can hear sounds normally, but their brains have difficulty making sense of what they hear. This can affect following directions, learning in noisy environments, and reading development.

Common Signs
  • Says "what?" or "huh?" often
  • Trouble in noisy settings
  • Difficulty following directions
  • Reading and spelling challenges
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Literacy & Phonemic Awareness

Phonemic awareness—the ability to hear and manipulate individual sounds in words—is one of the strongest predictors of reading success. Children with speech sound disorders are at higher risk for reading difficulties; early intervention can help.

Common Signs
  • Trouble learning rhymes
  • Can't identify beginning sounds
  • Slow, laborious reading
  • Spelling difficulties
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Independent Educational Evaluations

If you disagree with your school district's speech-language evaluation, you have the right to request an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at public expense. We provide comprehensive evaluations that can inform IEP decisions.

When Parents Request IEE
  • Disagree with school's evaluation
  • Services were denied
  • Want a second opinion
  • Need comprehensive testing
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Not Sure What's Going On?

Many parents aren't sure exactly what their child is experiencing—and that's completely normal. Our evaluation process is designed to identify your child's specific needs and create a clear path forward.

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How We Help

Our approach combines evidence-based techniques with compassionate, family-centered care.

Play-Based Learning

Children learn best through play. We use games, toys, and activities that make therapy feel fun while building essential communication skills.

Family Involvement

Parents are partners in therapy. We teach you strategies to support your child's progress at home, maximizing the impact of every session.

Evidence-Based Practice

According to ASHA, evidence-based practice integrates clinical expertise with external scientific evidence and client values—this is how we approach every case.

Insurance Accepted

We work with most major insurance providers and can verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Sutter HMO
Kaiser
Cigna
Blue Shield PPO
Western Health Advantage
Regional Center (Ages 0-3)

Serving Families Across Solano & Yolo Counties

Our Dixon clinic is conveniently located to serve families throughout the region.

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What Families Say

Real experiences from parents in our community.

My son Callan has been a client at Speech Therapy Consulting, Inc. for one year. Callan's speech has improved greatly under Melony's care. He has made wonderful progress and seems to enjoy attending his weekly speech session. Callan has made quicker progress with Melony than any other speech therapist we have had in the past 3 years. Melony's flexibility with Callan (ending a few minutes early if needed, taking wiggle breaks, etc.) prevents him from getting too frustrated and shutting down. We are so happy with Callan's progress and look forward to working with him to achieve his new speech goals.

Danielle R.

At age two, our son was diagnosed with Autism with Language Impairment. Stacey has worked with him for over a year and a half now and we've noticed an improvement in his speech ever since his first session with her. We make the commute to see Stacey every week and it is always worth our time when we see the progress our son is making. Even when he has challenging behaviors, Stacey helps him work through them to have a fun and productive session. Her therapy techniques bring out the best in our son by encouraging him to use his words and building up his self-esteem.

The Layon Family

Common Questions

Trust your instincts—parents are often the first to notice when something isn't quite right. Some signs to look for: not babbling by 12 months, fewer than 50 words by age 2, difficulty being understood by unfamiliar people by age 4, or any sudden loss of speech or language skills. If you're concerned, an evaluation can provide clarity and peace of mind, even if therapy isn't needed.
Earlier is generally better. Birth to age 3 is considered a critical period for language development due to heightened brain plasticity. Through the Early Start program (North Bay Regional Center), children as young as 18-24 months can begin receiving services if delays are identified. There's no "too early" to have concerns evaluated—and there's strong research supporting early intervention outcomes.
Duration varies widely based on the child's specific needs, severity, and type of disorder. Some children with straightforward articulation issues may reach their goals in a few months. Children with more complex needs like childhood apraxia of speech or language disorders may benefit from therapy over a longer period. We'll give you a clearer picture after the initial evaluation and update you on progress regularly.
Yes. Our comprehensive evaluations assess articulation, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, pragmatic (social) language, and other areas as needed. We use standardized assessments and provide a detailed report with recommendations. We also offer Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) for families who want a second opinion on school district evaluations.
Contact us for a free consultation. You can call us at (707) 366-5246 or fill out the form below. We'll discuss your concerns, answer your questions, verify your insurance benefits, and help you schedule an evaluation or therapy sessions. There's no pressure—we're here to help you understand your options.

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  • ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists
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