Speech Therapy Consulting
Speech Therapy Consulting
Pediatric Speech Therapy · Dixon, CA
Evidence-based early intervention for children 18-36 months. Free consultation. Insurance accepted.
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If your child is between 18 and 36 months and you notice any of the following, a speech-language evaluation can provide clarity.
Most two-year-olds use at least 50 words. A vocabulary significantly below this benchmark warrants evaluation.
By 24 months, children typically combine two words ("more milk," "daddy go"). Absence of combinations is a key indicator.
Reduced variety in babbling sounds or syllable patterns compared to same-age peers.
Relying on pointing, pulling your hand, or becoming frustrated rather than using words to communicate.
Following directions and demonstrating comprehension, but spoken vocabulary remains very limited.
Regression in vocabulary -- words your child used to say are no longer being produced. This always warrants clinical attention.
Reference: ASHA Practice Portal, Late Language Emergence. 10-20% of two-year-olds are classified as late talkers.
These benchmarks help identify whether your child's development is on track. Variability is normal, but consistent delays merit evaluation.
| Age | Expected Milestone |
|---|---|
| 12 months | First words ("mama," "dada"); babbles with varied syllables |
| 18 months | Uses 10-25 words; points to objects; follows simple directions |
| 24 months | Uses 50+ words; begins two-word combinations; understood ~50% by strangers |
| 36 months | Uses 200+ words; forms short sentences; understood ~75% by strangers |
Source: ASHA, Speech-Language Development Milestones.
Play-based, family-centered sessions designed to build language naturally through activities your child enjoys.
Sessions for late talkers ages 18-36 months use evidence-based techniques embedded in play. Your child builds vocabulary and communication skills in a warm, supportive environment.
ASHA Practice Portal: 50-70% of late talkers improve with early intervention.
"Our son was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 4. The first services we received was speech therapy as he was unable to express himself. We were lucky enough to have been paired with Stacey. Our son has been in speech therapy for almost a year now and has improved so much."
— Lopez Family, Dixon, CA
"STC helped me ease my daughter into attending sessions independently instead of needing me to accompany her to every session, which has given her more confidence. We've experienced other speech therapy service providers and STC is by far our favorite. It feels like a second home."— Ann & Rose, Vacaville, CA
A late talker is a child between 18-30 months who understands language well but uses fewer than 50 words or no two-word combinations by age 2. Approximately 10-20% of two-year-olds are classified as late talkers.
Some late talkers do catch up independently, but research indicates that 50-70% improve faster with professional early intervention. Without support, some children develop persistent language difficulties that affect reading and academic performance.
If your child is 18 months or older and showing signs of late talking, a speech-language evaluation is recommended. Early intervention before age 3 consistently produces the best outcomes in the research literature.
We accept Sutter HMO, Kaiser, Cigna, Blue Shield PPO, Western Health Advantage, and North Bay Regional Center for children ages 0-3.
Duration varies by child. Some late talkers make significant progress in 3-6 months, while others benefit from longer courses of treatment. We develop individualized plans and provide regular progress reports so you always know how your child is progressing.
Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your child's speech development.
Or call (707) 366-5246