We LOVE the gift of speech. My son has received therapy from several of the clinicians and every…read moreone of them has changed approach to best meet his needs as he grows and learns! The receptionist Melissa makes my son always feel heard and valued! She really understands these kiddos and has no judgement and has more patience than I DO for my rowdy kiddo who HATES waiting for his appointment to start! Her lived experience as a fellow momma of a neurospicy kiddo makes her such an asset to the families that come through here! The other reviews on here surprised me about the receptionist because I feel nothing but acceptance, peer support and no judgement from her every week since we started coming here! She gets it and is ALWAYS hard at work and STILL makes conversation when I won't STOP talking her ear off. Gift of speech is a blessing to us in Stockton where services are scarce for our kiddos who have needs that this local community can't always meet. Now if they would just open an Occupational Therapy clinic next........... The gift of OT perhaps?

First off I have only experienced great things with this group of people. Melissa has been…read moreEXTREMELY helpful and has guided me and pointed me in the right direction and gave me some advice on what worked and didn't work. Us moms with special needs children need to stick together and it takes a village and I'm so thankful for our village. I feel extremely grateful and fortunate.

My son has been going here for about 6 months and it's been great. Ms. Maddie is really attentive…read moreand involved when it comes to my son's overall performance. She makes observations and great recommendations and sends us home with material to help continue supporting his growth and progress. He currently receives one-on-one sessions, and he's grown to enjoy them. The facility is very clean and welcoming, and staff are top tier. I'm so glad we were able to receive ST services here. I definitely recommend.

I have been taking my son here for 2 yrs now and he looks forward to coming each time. Ms. Adriana…read moreis super patient and works great with kids. She listens to his challenges and creates a program that works for him. There has been great progress with my son's speech over the years. Family & friends have all noticed the improvement and I plan to keep going as it's only going to help him more. As a parent, I tried my best to teach him but having a speech therapist help really makes a difference. We are given resources that can be practiced at home which is great. The office is also friendly and welcoming. If you are looking for a speech therapist don't hesitate to come here and ask for Ms. Adriana!

Dr. Shannon and I started weekly public speaking sessions mid-year 2023 and continued until 2024. I…read morelearned not just speech confidence but also speech production and gained invaluable business advice. As a language learner, I appreciate Dr. Shannon's sensitivity and passive knowledge of Chinese. As someone who reads a lot, she is also well read and can follow my ideas. Since working with Dr. Shannon I have improved a lot and my clients have noticed. I recommend Dr. Shannon to anyone who is a leader, manager, or business owner for her.

I have been working with Dr. Shannon Wong Lerner since November of 2019--present of February 17,…read more2020 on accent reduction, and I want to give my full and unreserved recommendation. When I came to Dr. Wong Lerner, I needed help with my speech for the purpose of my work, and to develop my career. But I gained so much more. Dr. Wong Lerner conducted a very thorough evaluation of my speech to start, and then a couple of weeks later went over an "Accent spectrum" report that had all of the areas of speech that needed attention. What impressed and still impresses me about Dr. WL's expertise of speech, working with ESL people, and language (she has a passive knowledge of Chinese and some other languages) is that she knows so much in so many different areas. But also, it's the way she makes me feel safe and comfortable with this process of re-learning English for my job and my personal growth that would have otherwise been very difficult for me. And was difficult. I have already shifted my speech from a very closed mouth and not being able to pronounce many different consonants and vowels and words, to now where I have moved past much of that and I am learning speech patterns, and more complicated aspects of speech. I have learned not only how to speak better, but I've become more confident at my job and in my life. Shannon taught me how to speak more clearly but also how to speak up for myself! I do not hesitate to recommend her to any ESL speaker for these same accent reduction services (or I heard she works with UK speakers). This will be a lifelong set of lessons for me! Thank you, Dr. Shannon Wong Lerner!

I never feared public speaking, I feared speaking without preparation. I felt confident when I had…read moretime to think things through, but if I was calleyyd on spontaneously, I froze. My inner critic would chime in: "You're rambling! You're not making sense! Hurry up!" And just like that, I'd lose my train of thought and sound anything but clear or confident. As someone pursuing speaking more seriously, I knew I had to get past this. I joined a local Toastmasters club, which helped with structure and delivery techniques, but it didn't get to the root. I didn't need to memorize a speech. I needed to feel confident grabbing the mic with no idea what I'm going to say, and still pack a punch with my message. I met Lynn when she stopped by my local Toastmaster club as a guest speaker. By the end of her workshop, I was speaking freely, no notes, no rehearsals. In less than an hour, she got me to trust myself, and my message came across clear and resonate. So, I joined her Level 1 course. I'll be honest, at first, I was hesitant. The exercises were simple, even a little "woo-woo" and I doubted if it would really change me. We practiced looking in the mirror to say affirmations. We marched around chanting, "I don't know what I'm going to say, but it's going to be great!" and various other fun things! But it worked. Week by week, those small practices paired with real speaking challenges rewired my brain. This class brought me to tears countless times. In 4 weeks, I grew more confident, more self-assured. For the first time, I believed that I could do this. I could trust that I knew what I wanted to say and didn't have to rely on perfect preparation to say it, and say it well. Lynn created an extremely safe, low-pressure container, that feels easy to do, yet the internal shifts and changes are monumental. Everyone in the class went from unsure, to confident. Our last session was so powerful. The new-found authority in the room was palpable. It also happened to fall on my birthday. The group, who by then felt like family, surprised me with a cake and a song. So nice! Lynn teaches from the heart. Her approach gently unearths the root of fear. A month later, I'm still applying what I learned. I'm leading meetings more clearly, toasting at dinner, raising my hand to speak, looking myself in the mirror with kindness before judgement, and, most importantly, trusting myself more than ever. If you want to uncover what's holding you back and try simple yet powerful tools to break through it, Lynn's class is a safe and transformative place to start. I highly recommend!

I can't say enough good things about this public speaking course! I'll admit I was a bit skeptical…read moreat first -- I wasn't sure how much you could really learn (or enjoy) from a six-week speaking class. But joining Lynn, Klaudeen, and Amy turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made. Not only did I gain valuable tools to become a more confident speaker, but there was also an unexpected amount of growth and healing that came from the experience. The instructors created such a supportive, uplifting space that made it easy to open up, take risks, and connect deeply with others in the cohort. I'm so grateful for everything I learned and for the amazing people I met along the way. This class truly exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend!

Magnetic Speaking is truely out of this world! Under Giles insightful guidance, the classes promote…read moregenuine self-reflection and collaboration. Dani has also been fantastic in addressing my specific ADHD high masking needs. In just four months, I've experienced tremendous growth. I now feel more comfortable in group settings, even when speaking with leaders, and my overall communication skills have significantly improved. As an entrepreneur, communication is one of my top priorities. They continue to elevate my skills to keep me evolving. Thank you for making such a positive impact on my life through accessible communication training!

Highly recommend. I took the Magnetic Storytelling bootcamp and loved it. If you're nervous-- don't…read morebe. Our excellent trainer Giles took the group through a series of low risk exercises that had us telling brief stories about our lives and/or work. He then provided simple structures and pinpointed a few things (different for each of us) that gave our talks more charge, clarity and power. These exercises are devised with thought and sensitivity to connect you more deeply with your own voice. (Entirely centered around YOU and your particular needs.) Every communication then transforms into an opportunity to deepen your engagement with your audience and yourself. Plus it's super fun!

I was one of her very first clients when I took her two day speaker course approximately four years…read moreago. She is a very charismatic, fun, and very knowledgeable person. She made me feel much more comfortable with speaking in front of the other classmates. Thanks very much, Doris!

Doris' public speaking program is highly effective at increasing your confidence and speech…read moredelivery. She pushes each person, providing constructive feedback, great tips and a safe space to practice. Highly recommend!!

Richard is an amazing teacher. He is patient, accommodating, and will give you the right feedback…read moreto get you to your best speaking abilities. I had a lot of fun during these sessions, and could see the immediate impact they were having in my business. Would 100% recommend him!

Highly recommended - a life saver! I hired Richard to help…read moreme prep for a keynote speech. I had decent content, but he helped me refine it and get better at delivery. Practicing with him was extremely helpful. I felt prepared, confident and I nailed it! Thank you, Richard

I brought Lisa into our conference to lead communication workshops for a group of 17 veterinarians…read moreand veterinary business owners. Her sessions were engaging, practical, and incredibly relevant to the challenges we face in clinical and leadership roles. The feedback from my colleagues was overwhelmingly positive--they felt more confident communicating with both clients and team members. I highly recommend Lisa for group workshops and individual coaching within the veterinary field or any professional setting where communication is key.

This review is long overdue. I recommended Lisa to one of my clients during a major conference…read more (pre COVID). They were concerned about their speakers accents and stage presence. I watched the speakers during a runthrough prior to her workshop and after and all I have to say is wow! What a difference! With only a limited amount of time to work with the group she made such an amazing impact. Lisa was very responsive and addressed all of my clients concerns. I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills.

I have been going her the past few months and I am very happy to see the progress in my daughters…read morespeech- I stay in sessions to learn and they give me great skills to bring home and work on with my daughter! I'm very pleased! Thank you teamworks for your time & energy

Very calming and clean environment. The therapists and staff are great! My son just started not too…read morelong ago and my daughter is about to get evaluated after some concerns. They take Tricare and Kaiser! Two of the hardest insurances to find is paces in network. Also have OT for feeding therapy. So far so good :)

Adorable little student restaurant right in the middle of the campus. It's a bit hidden, but well…read moreworth searching for! I took my son who is a student here so we could spend a little time together one day between his classes and I was absolutely amazed. The service was so friendly! The decor is nice with linen table cloths and napkins; you feel like you've been whisked away to a little 5 star restaurant. The prices are more than reasonable and everything we ordered was delicious! Many looked like little works of art. There were a few issues with organization, time management, etc of course but that is to be expected in a learning environment. I am so glad we found this little gem and I can't believe it wasn't packed full of people. I guess the secret's not out yet. I will be back the next chance I get!

This is the unsung jewel of Stockton! (My little private oasis)…read more These students cook their hearts out. There's white linen tablecloths. There's light music. There's even a few outdoor tables complete with a sun-umbrella. Sometimes you get a novice server but they're never rude. The food is a leap of faith: sometimes they knock it out of the park and on a few occasions it was average. But I've always LOVED something (or more than a few) things on my plate. They are much more accomodating regarding dietary restrictions, the veggies are fresh and so are the desserts! The desserts are to die for...you MUST leave space for dessert or else you'll hate yourself as you drool over something about to be devoured at another table. Last week I had a great chicken tagine and for the sweet stuff - chocolate lava cake with raspberry drizzle...OMG it was LUSCIOUS! Also, I took a friend to lunch here and as it was her birthday I asked the servers to sing "Happy Birthday" when they brought her dessert out. They did one better, they sang and wrote "Happy Birthday" on her plate in chocolate! You are NOT going to get this kind of food value in Stockton, I guarantee you. Hey - tip well, these students pool their tip $$$ for an end-of-the-school-year trip to the Bay for a culinary tour. INSIDERS TIP: They have a Student Chef Hot Plate Express inside the cafeteria. For $5.50, you get a hot entree with a carb and veggie - the most bang for your buck! Again, I've never been disappointed. They also have a cold counter where they have sandwiches and salads. No - they haven't paid me off. They deserve all the accolades and then some! Here's a link to the menu, but if you take my corner table by the window I'll have to kill you. Slowly. I'm just kidding. Well, not really. :) http://www.deltacollege.edu/dept/foodservice/student_chef/menu.html