Speech Therapy Consulting
Speech Therapy Consulting
It's heartbreaking to see your child's face tense up when they try to speak. You're not alone, and this is not your fault. Stuttering affects 1 in 20 children, and the right support can make all the difference.
We help children who stutter find their voice and speak with confidence.
What matters most to parents? Seeing their child speak up without fear. Here's what families say about their child's transformation:
"My son used to avoid talking in class. Now he raised his hand to give a presentation. I cried happy tears. The change isn't just in his speech - it's in who he is."
"Other kids used to tease him. We were devastated. After 6 months of therapy, he has friends calling to hang out. He's not afraid to talk anymore."
"I wish we hadn't waited so long. Within weeks, my daughter stopped saying 'never mind' when she got stuck. She actually finishes her sentences now."
Stuttering isn't just about speech. It's about your child's confidence, friendships, and willingness to participate in life. We address the whole picture.
Fluency is important, but it's not everything. Our therapy builds communication confidence that lasts - whether your child becomes fully fluent or learns to manage stuttering gracefully. Either way, they won't let stuttering hold them back.
Early intervention makes a real difference. Let's talk about how we can help your family.
Stuttering is a neurodevelopmental communication disorder - meaning it's how the brain is wired, not something your child can control or that you caused. It affects 5-10% of all children at some point during their development.
The research is clear: Stuttering has a genetic component (60% have family history) and involves subtle differences in brain processing. It's nobody's fault.
Many toddlers go through bumpy speech phases. Here's how to tell the difference:
Usually resolves on its own:
Warrants professional evaluation:
A free consultation costs nothing but your time. If it's normal disfluency, we'll tell you - and give you tips to support your child at home. If it's stuttering, early intervention gives your child the best outcomes. Trust your instincts. If you're worried, that's reason enough to call.
The short answer: sooner than you think. The "wait and see" approach can cost precious time during the optimal treatment window.
After age 4, natural recovery becomes less likely. Meanwhile:
The research is clear: Children who receive early intervention have significantly better outcomes than those who wait.
Our ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists are specifically trained in fluency disorders. We create individualized treatment plans that address both speech techniques AND the emotional side of stuttering.
We help your child become a confident communicator who doesn't let stuttering hold them back. This is about who they become, not just how they speak.
Evidence-based strategies like easy onsets, light contacts, and pacing - taught in ways that feel natural, not robotic.
Learning to stutter more easily with less tension. Reducing the struggle makes speaking feel less scary.
Cognitive-behavioral techniques help your child feel less afraid of stuttering moments and speaking situations.
You're essential to success. We teach you how to create a supportive home environment and practice strategies together.
For young children, therapy is fun and engaging. We work through games, stories, and activities they actually enjoy.
75-80% of children who stutter will recover, either naturally or with speech therapy. Early treatment significantly improves these odds.
Some children will continue to stutter - and that's okay. With therapy, they learn to:
Many successful professionals stutter - teachers, doctors, lawyers, actors. Stuttering doesn't define your child's future.
We accept most major insurance plans and help you understand your coverage.
Stuttering therapy is typically covered when medically necessary. We'll verify your benefits and explain:
Questions about coverage? Call us at (707) 366-5246. We'll help figure it out.
Yes - to a point. Developmental disfluency is very common in children ages 2-5. Their brains are developing faster than their mouths can keep up.
However, if you notice sound repetitions (b-b-b-ball), prolongations (ssssnake), physical tension, frustration, or if it lasts longer than 6 months, get an evaluation. Better to check and be reassured than to wait and miss the optimal treatment window.
Maybe - but we can't predict which children will. About 75-80% of children who stutter eventually recover, but 20-25% don't.
The problem with "wait and see": The longer stuttering persists (especially past age 4), the less likely natural recovery becomes. Meanwhile, social and emotional impacts accumulate. Early intervention significantly improves recovery rates AND prevents secondary issues.
Our recommendation: If stuttering lasts 6+ months or causes any distress, get evaluated. There's no downside to early support.
No. Absolutely not. This is a myth that causes tremendous unnecessary guilt.
Stuttering is neurological with a strong genetic component. It's NOT caused by:
About 60% of children who stutter have a family history. It's how their brain processes speech - nothing you did wrong.
While you can't "fix" stuttering through parenting changes, you can create a supportive environment:
We'll give you specific strategies tailored to your child during parent coaching sessions.
It depends on your child. Factors include age, severity, how long they've been stuttering, and family history.
Typical timelines:
We'll give you an honest assessment after evaluation. Some children need brief intervention; others benefit from ongoing support. We'll never keep you in therapy longer than necessary.
Cities We Serve: Dixon, Vacaville, Fairfield, Davis, West Sacramento, Woodland, Winters, and surrounding communities
Office Location: 255 N. Lincoln St. Suite A, Dixon, CA 95620
You've read this far because you care deeply about your child. That instinct to help them is exactly right. Take the next step - it's free, no-pressure, and could change everything.