My son started speech therapy here in mid-2024 when he was 3 and the progress he's made has been…read moreamazing. Now, a year later at age 4, He's talking more, expressing himself better, and his confidence has grown so much. His therapists, Ms. Kenzie and Ms. Emily, are incredible -- patient, caring, and very skilled. But what truly stands out is that the entire Santa Monica team operates with the same level of kindness, professionalism, and inclusivity. Everyone there is welcoming and supportive from the moment you walk in. They work with children of all abilities and all types of speech disorders, including kids with autism, ASL users, and children who communicate with AAC devices. They are respectful, inclusive, and meet each child right where they are. They also involve the whole family, offering guidance and tools so we can support our son at home. My son feels safe, understood, and excited for his sessions each week. Their flexibility with scheduling -- whether in-person or Zoom -- has been a huge help for our busy family. I truly can't say enough good things about this entire team. They've made such a positive difference in my son's communication and overall confidence. Highly recommend to any parent seeking caring and inclusive speech therapy.

My son was diagnosed with a speech delay around 20 months. Within a year of attending Santa Monica…read moreSpeaks once a week his vocabulary grew exponentially. Around 4 he was almost right where he should be for his age range. We continued our sessions as we wanted to complete other goals with his speech. I'm so grateful to have Mackenzie as my son's speech therapist. Mackenzie's kindness, resourcefulness and enthusiasm are bar none. Which is probably why my son is always so excited to see her. I'll never forget one my son's first sessions with her, he brought along a toy truck. She improvised the session to include the toy truck that he brought, which I thought was above and beyond. Highly recommend!

We have been part of LA Speech & Language Therapy Center since my daughter was 3 years old, and she…read moreis now 23. Over the years, we've worked with many therapists within the organization, and every single one has made a meaningful impact on our journey. We are now in the Adults Employment reediness Group. Were my daughter is working on preparing herself to be able to work. Not only have they supported my daughter's growth, but they've also guided me as a parent helping me navigate some very challenging times with care, patience, and understanding. That kind of support is truly priceless. LA Speech & Language Therapy Center more than just an organization it feels like family. The environment is warm, compassionate, and genuinely focused on each individual's success. Most importantly, they've helped my daughter build confidence and feel comfortable in her own skin and also feel supported and make long lasting friendships and there is absolutely nothing more valuable than that. Thank you to Dr. Wiley, Dr. Ashley, and all the therapist and staff that has been committed to every single child that has walked through their doors. I am forever grateful and highly recommend LA Speech & Language Therapy Center to any family seeking support and guidance.

We joined LA Speech and Language's Preschool for it's summer program. The program was held at the…read moreCenter for Enriched Education (CEE) and goes up to Kindergarten. Context: My 3-year-old son has a difficult time adjusting to new routines and people. Incredibly shy and wary of strangers, it takes him a long time to engage with teachers and make new friends. He is also prone to extended emotional tantrums and sometimes doesn't have the ability to self-soothe. The staff at CEE is amazing. He bonded with his teachers the first week and made friends on day one! I cried because I have never seen him flourish so fast in a new environment. Having attended 2 preschools prior, it was always a hellacious adjustment. The teachers are truly caring and the kids are so kind to one another. They do a fantastic job of keeping the classrooms clean. This was the first school where I instantly felt my child was SAFE. CEE is truly a hidden treasure in the hills. The only reason we did not continue at CEE for the school year is because we moved to San Diego. I treasure the time spent there, it is truly the best place for a quality preschool/kindergarten education.

Ms. Cici and Ms. L have gone ABOVE AND BEYOND with my three year old, Keenon! he has shown…read moreincredible improvement in the few months we've been here and not only has his speech gotten better but he absolutely loves seeing his therapist! it's the highlight of his morning. also, the reception team are always so welcoming and kind! grateful for the Thrive and Shine team!

The whole team was super helpful and easy to work with. We had tried several services to help with…read moreour kid and this company had the best staff thus far to work with. Cannot recommend enough. Were a pleasure start to finish

Preferred Practice Talk & Play is the worst! We started going here last year because the person I…read moreinitially spoke with (Lorena) and my kid's previous therapist (Ciara) were both very warm and helpful. THEY HAVE SINCE LEFT AND THE PEOPLE WORKING THERE NOW ARE THE COMPLETE OPPOSITE! Disorganized is an understatement. They had no other OTs in the entire clinic and could not find a replacement from November through late February. They offered us no other option for receiving services during this time, and kept stringing us along saying that another therapist will be there then cancelling on us at the last minute week after week. Even now it's almost April and they STILL only have one occupational therapist to handle "so many kids" who they can't fit into the schedule but will apparently try to charge money for anyway. The most recent OT hire is named Caitlyn. We saw her for two sessions last month--this is after my kid was put on pause because they didn't have any therapists available at all. In these sessions she didn't really interact with my kid. Part of our OT services include feeding therapy and the food container we brought wasn't even opened by the therapist at all. She could have easily communicated her plan to do this with a quick text beforehand knowing that the meal prep of bringing a combination of preferred versus non-preferred foods for every session takes time and effort. The following sessions after that were cancelled AGAIN because shortly after starting there the new hire went on a long vacation (which again was not communicated to me while I was there in person) then she called off sick prolonging her return back from vacation. Of course she shouldn't come in if she's truly sick but the way everything unfolded is questionable. They also did NOT offer any virtual alternatives. We tried to schedule a makeup with Caitlyn but she made it extremely difficult by suddenly removing available time windows, having a passive aggressive tone, and generally taking forever to respond--four days in between texts and two weeks since my request to be exact--which she only finally did because my kid had a scheduled session that day. Her long awaited response was disappointing and pointless as she just told me to redirect my questions to people that I do not know with no further info. I asked her to clarify and she never answered that either. My kid's session that day (after Caitlyn cancelled all other sessions this month) was very uncomfortable. Caitlyn also kept forgetting paperwork for every session that my kid was there. The makeup remained unscheduled and when I called the clinic about her regular session time, I was only met with more attitude. We were fed up with the clinic cancelling sessions at this point, especially since we had never once cancelled from our end. On the phone I spoke with the "Director of Operations" who introduced herself as both Monica and Monique. Monica/Monique was very dismissive, defensive, and condescending to me. She speaks very passive aggressively too. She said that we are lucky that they kept a spot open for us while they transitioned to a new therapist. In hindsight I wish we would not have been so understanding and patient while waiting for them. We should have left the clinic when the good therapist did! Monica also trash talked the therapist from last year. When I said that we weren't comfortable proceeding with the new therapist this week, she was quick to tell me that we shouldn't return and to find my kid's OT services elsewhere, as if it was only her choice not mine. We were told that they needed clients when we were first referred here but I can see why others would leave with this type of behavior. They don't have a big online presence so maybe that's how they've gotten away with it so far but I want to leave a review because I wish I knew all of this before we wasted all this time and energy here. Monica/Monique also said that my kid's authorization expired at some point after November while they were looking for a replacement, despite making me believe that my kid was covered this whole time--I asked before her previous therapist left and after. They also told me that they submitted a progress report last week which doesn't make sense given that they've barely scheduled us in since last year. They NEVER told tell me there was any evaluation taking place! When I asked for more information she refused and said this isn't something that they talk to parents about. They are so unethical and shady so be careful! Also note that unlike other clinics, this one has you directly text the therapist and there is usually nobody available at the front desk to check you in. If there was somebody, we were just ignored. Other clinics actually greet you, treat you with respect, and appreciate your business so please take it elsewhere.

We went to Preferred Practice and they were really great. The therapists here really care about…read moretheir clients and they also offer a great amount of help to parents so that you can work with your child outside of sessions. The quality of care here was outstanding and everyone on staff was always super friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend!

Friends of mine asked me to come over and observe a therapist in practice with their son because I…read moream in a similar field. After briefly observing the session she had with their son I really appreciate the patience and genuine sense of attentiveness that she provided. Showed up on time and my friends say they have no complaints about the service. As a plus the therapist was really great just to chat with. She seemed really current with research too which is a big plus, in my opinion.

The team at BDC continues to impress me and my family with their services. They care a lot about…read morewhat they do and it shows. Would highly recommend them to anyone who needs ABA!

Excellent therapist & administrator! You can expect to…read morereceive high quality care for Yourself or your child! Matthew is skilled & honest & he has a great personal style!

Hello, this review is for Matt & his team of hardworking professionals…read more First, let me start by saying Matt is by far one of the best in the business. His commitment to his clients and willingness to go above & beyond to exceed their expectations is incomparrison to others in the business. What sets him apart from other speech services is his passion and dedication to his profession. Not to mention he truly cares about his clients and what is in their best interest. Matt, is honest and realistic about the services him & his team can provide and what is necessary to see improvement in communication with each client. When you work with Matt every client is special and unique. They each have their own set of challenges in which he can work with them to improve upon. Matt and his team are worth the price of his services and more. If you or a loved one is in need of speech services please do not hesitate to contact him. You'll be glad you did!

My 4.5-year-old son, who has autism, recently completed a 3-week intensive OT program at NAPA…read moreCenter with Alison Kielty, and she is truly amazing. We've worked with many occupational therapists since my son was 2, and Alison is by far the best! She's professional, compassionate, and really understands how to connect with kids with special needs. Every session is thoughtful and goal-oriented. She always finds creative ways to challenge my son while keeping him motivated and having fun. In just one week, she even helped him learn to ride a bike with training wheels! Most importantly, she helped him build confidence and truly enjoy therapy. My son looks forward to seeing her every day, and I'm so grateful for her dedication and kindness. I highly recommend Alison and the wonderful team at NAPA Center!

Our experience at the Napa Center was absolutely wonderful, for both our daughter and our entire…read morefamily. Our daughter has Cerebral Palsy, and the center-based program helped her tremendously with her social skills, comprehension, and ability to follow directions. The on-site PT and OT, along with the skilled teachers and staff, eased any concerns we had about her learning to use the parts of her body affected by CP in ways that could be harmful to her growth. She made incredible progress not only socially, but academically as well. The care and dedication of the teachers, team, and directors are truly evident in everything they do. Our daughter has since aged out of the program, but we miss them so much and remain incredibly grateful for the impact they had on her development.

Melissa and her practice have been so monumental for my son. He has been with Melissa and Marianne…read morefor a few years now and he has progressed so much. He came for a speech delay, but ended up gaining a family. They really care about him and are invested in his life. I really believe they do this because they care about children and not for financial gains. They have been so wonderful with my family even to the point where my insurance does not cover any of their services but I pay out-of-pocket because it's been invaluable for my son. I do a mix of in-home in office and in school so they can facilitate all kinds of speech needed.

The most fantastic team - so compassionate and knowledgeable. Melissa and Penina are wonderful to…read morework with. Our son did Feeding Therapy and they provided so many tools for him and also for our family. The progress he made with their practice was incredible - we are so happy to have found Speak Live Play!