Late Talker Speech Therapy in Dixon, CA

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Signs Your Toddler May Be a Late Talker

If any of these sound familiar, a free consultation can give you answers and peace of mind.

Limited Babbling After 18 Months

Your child isn't babbling with different sounds or attempting words the way other toddlers do.

Fewer Than 50 Words by Age 2

Most two-year-olds use at least 50 words. If your child uses far fewer, it may be time to check in.

Not Combining Words

By age 2, children typically start putting two words together ("more milk," "daddy go"). If this isn't happening, early support can help.

Gestures Instead of Words

Your child points, pulls your hand, or gets frustrated instead of using words to communicate needs.

Understands but Doesn't Speak

They follow directions and clearly understand you, but their spoken vocabulary is very limited.

Lost Words They Used to Say

Your child used to say certain words but has stopped using them. Regression is always worth investigating.

What Therapy Looks Like

Speech therapy for late talkers is play-based, gentle, and designed for little ones ages 18-36 months.

A thorough evaluation to understand exactly where your child is and what they need
Play-based sessions that feel like fun, not work, for your toddler
Parent coaching so you can support language growth at home every day
Evidence-based strategies proven to help late talkers catch up
Regular progress updates so you see real improvement

The Research Is Clear: Early Intervention Works

10-20% of two-year-olds are late talkers. The good news? 50-70% catch up with early intervention. The earlier you start, the better the outcome. (Source: ASHA)

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What Parents Say

Real families, real results.

"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. He is always excited to go see Mrs. Stacey. We are forever grateful."

— 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. My daughter looks forward to her therapy every week. 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a late talker?

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. About 10-20% of two-year-olds are late talkers.

Will my late talker catch up on their own?

Some late talkers do catch up on their own, but research shows 50-70% improve faster with early intervention. Without help, some children develop ongoing language difficulties that affect reading and school performance.

What age should I start speech therapy for a late talker?

The earlier the better. If your child is 18 months or older and showing signs, a speech evaluation is recommended. Early intervention (before age 3) produces the best outcomes.

Do you accept insurance for speech therapy?

Yes. We accept Sutter HMO, Kaiser, Cigna, Blue Shield PPO, Western Health Advantage, and North Bay Regional Center for children ages 0-3.

How long does speech therapy for late talkers take?

Every child is different. Some late talkers make significant progress in 3-6 months, while others may need longer. We create a personalized plan and track progress so you always know how your child is doing.