Speech & Language Services for Kids
Emily Kronick Speech Therapy is a kid-centric practice dedicated to celebrating the distinct strengths and capabilities of each child. We specialize in delivering personalized, evidence-based therapy that honors neurodiversity and aligns with every child's unique needs and preferences. Our services cater to children of varying abilities in Walnut Creek and throughout the communities of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Areas evaluated and Treated
Speech
Your child might:
not be understood by peers or other adults
replace sounds - For example - Red sounds like “wed”
omit sounds - For example - Blue sounds like “Boo”
have slushy speech, making sounds like “s” or “sh”
be asked if they have an accent
Social communication
Your child might:
struggle to make friends
have difficulty identifying their emotions or the emotions of others
have difficulty identifying body language
have difficulty expressing their wants and needs
Language
Your child might:
not be talking yet
use fewer words than expected for their age
have a reduced vocabulary
have difficulty expressing themselves
use incorrect grammar or switch words around in their sentences
have difficulty understanding what others are saying to them
use phrases or words in different contexts to convey meaning
WORK WITH Emily
Therapy
Therapy services in the areas of speech, language, and social communication are offered both in person and through teletherapy.
parent Coaching
We provide coaching to parents and guardians to equip them with speech and language techniques and knowledge to help their children succeed.
Getting Started
1
Consultation
Request a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your child’s strengths and needs to decide on appropriate next steps.
2
Individualized Evaluation
A comprehensive evaluation will be performed to dive deeper into your child’s strengths and areas of need. Once the evaluation is complete, the results will be reviewed with the family.
3
Therapy sessions
Based on evaluation results, the family and the therapist can move forward with an individualized therapy plan.
