Better Communication Starts Here.

I help frustrated people break down barriers to better communication, learning, and thinking so that they can lead fulfilling, independent lives. Mobile private practice and teletherapy allow me to provide personalized, encouraging, and effective therapy services to people in a way that meets them where they are. No worksheets, flashcards, etc. (unless you like those things!). I specialize in helping people experiencing difficulty with speaking, listening, reading, writing, attention/concentration, memory, organization, planning, and executive functions (the "boss" functions of the brain that help you get things done). I have a special place in my heart for people living with dementia and their families. While I cannot reverse or cure the cognitive decline that comes with dementia, I can help find ways to live well at each stage, reduce daily frustrations, and improve independence. Many people I work with have tried speech therapy in the past but found they did not have input into what they were doing, or their goals didn't meet their actual needs. So they left frustrated and without much progress. My approach focuses on shared goal-building and working together at a level that is challenging--but not impossible--so that you can see and feel the benefit of what you're doing.

Language Essentials is an excellent choice for professional speech-language pathology and occupational therapy. Our licensed therapists serve the Tri-Valley and the greater East Bay at our offices in San Ramon, Livermore and Tracy. We offer specialized services for many communication, motor and sensory needs including: Pediatric Services: Articulation and phonological delays/disorders including Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) Receptive and/or expressive language delays and disorders Pragmatic language disorders (social skills) Oral-Myofunctional swallowing disorders (Tongue Thrust) Dyslexia Pediatric feeding disorders Cochlear implant Autism Spectrum Disorder therapy for non-verbal and verbal language skills Augmentative and Alternative Communications (AAC) Occupational Therapy Adult Services: Receptive and/or expressive language disorders (Aphasia, Head Injury, etc.) Pragmatic language Dyslexia Articulation disorders Voice disorders Swallowing disorders (Dysphagia) Accent Modification Augmentative and Alternative Communications (AAC) Language Essentials also provides: Full evaluations for speech, language, reading skills, motor skills and sensory needs. Written progress reports and reevaluations to monitor progress. If you leave a message, please include a way to contact you. We are not able to reply to your messages on this forum.

Paul Fogle is a speech-language pathologist in Elk Grove, CA. He was a professor for 35 years and is a Professor Emeritus. He is an author of several textbooks and therapy manuals that are used throughout the U.S. and several foreign countries. Practice Type: Private Practice Practice Areas: Speech-Language Pathology: Neurogenic Cognitive-Communication Disorders, Aphasia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Stuttering, Voice Disorders

Deborah Gonzalez is a speech-language pathologist in Carmichael, CA. Practice Type: • Home Health Agency - Client's Home Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Aphasia • Apraxia •; Cognitive-Communication Disorders • Communication Improvement and Public Speaking • Neurogenic Communication Disorders • Swallowing disorders • Please contact Deborah Gonzalez for a consultation.

Keri Small is a speech-language pathologist in Vacaville, CA. Practice Type: • Home Health Agency - Client's Home Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Aphasia • Apraxia • Articulation and Phonological Process Disorders • Autism • Phonology Disorders • SLP developmental disabilities • Speech Therapy • Swallowing disorders Please contact Keri Small for a consultation.

Alina Topchiy is a Speech-Language Pathologist in Roseville, CA. Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Apraxia • Articulation and Phonological Process Disorders • Autism • Cognitive-Communication Disorders • Fluency and fluency disorders • Language acquisition disorders • Learning disabilities • Phonology Disorders • Developmental disabilities • Other Speech-Language Disorders • Voice Disorders

Michelle Avdalovic is a speech-language pathologist in Folsom, CA. Practice Type: • Home Health Agency - Client's Home Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Apraxia • Articulation and Phonological Process Disorders • Augmentative Alternative Communication • Autism • Central Auditory Processing Issues • Cleft palate • Cognitive-Communication Disorders • Language acquisition disorders • Neurogenic Communication Disorders • Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders • Phonology Disorders • SLP developmental disabilities • Speech Therapy • Swallowing disorders • Voice Disorders Please contact Michelle Avdalovic for a consultation.

Donna Northcutt is a speech-language pathologist in Folsom, CA. Practice Type: • Speech-Language Treatment Center/Clinic Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Accent Modification • Aphasia • Apraxia • Articulation and Phonological Process Disorders • Autism • Central Auditory Processing Issues • Cognitive-Communication Disorders • Communication Improvement and Public Speaking • Language acquisition disorders • Learning disabilities • Neurogenic Communication Disorders • Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders • Phonology Disorders • SLP developmental disabilities • Speech Therapy • Swallowing disorders • Voice Disorders Please contact Donna Northcutt for a consultation.

Jennifer Golinveaux is a speech-language pathologist in Concord, CA. Practice Type: • Preschool Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Articulation and Phonological Process Disorders • Augmentative Alternative Communication • Cognitive-Communication Disorders • Fluency and fluency disorders • Language acquisition disorders • Neurogenic Communication Disorders • Phonology Disorders • SLP developmental disabilities • Speech Therapy Please contact Jennifer Golinveaux for a consultation.

Sharon Lewis is a speech-language pathologist in Danville, CA. Practice Type: • Therapy within natural settings such as home and preschool. Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Childhood Apraxia of Speech • • Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders • Sensory-Motor based feeding disorders • Early Intervention Please contact Sharon Lewis for a consultation.

DAMARA WEISSHAR is a speech-language pathologist in San Ramon, CA. Practice Type: • Home Health Agency - Client's Home Practice Areas: • Speech Language Pathology • Accent Modification • Aphasia • Apraxia • Articulation and Phonological Process Disorders • Augmentative Alternative Communication • Autism • Central Auditory Processing Issues • Fluency and fluency disorders • Language acquisition disorders • Learning disabilities • Phonology Disorders • SLP developmental disabilities • Speech Therapy • Voice Disorders Please contact DAMARA WEISSHAR for a consultation.