Welcome to Bilingual Chatterbox
Are you worried about your child's speech and language development, or are you not sure where to start? You are in the right place, and I am here to guide you every step of the way.
I provide speech and language evaluations and therapy for children in English and Spanish in your home and in private schools in the San Diego area or via teletherapy for families anywhere in California. My goal is simple: to help your child communicate with confidence.
About Me
Grace Neuman, M.A., CCC-SLP Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
My name is Grace Neuman, and I am a certified bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist with over 12 years of experience serving families across San Diego, California. As a native Spanish speaker, I understand firsthand how deeply language shapes a child's confidence and their connection to family and culture. This drives my commitment to provide high-quality, culturally responsive therapy and evaluations tailored to every child's individual needs.
With experience in both medical and school settings, I specialize in supporting children who have speech and language delays or disorders, with expertise in bilingual language development. I believe real progress begins when a child feels understood and supported, so I'm committed to building trusting relationships with every family I work with.
Professional Credentials
Education
Master of Arts in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences/Speech-Language Pathology from San Diego State University (SDSU). Bilingual Certificate (English–Spanish)/Specialization in Bilingualism.
ASHA Certified
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
California State Licensed
Speech Pathologist License from the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board of California.
Professional Credential
Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential, issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
Services
Free Consultation
A free 15 minute phone call to talk through your concerns, answer your questions, and help you decide what the next step is. No pressure, no commitment.
Speech & Language Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments to identify your child's strengths and needs and determine whether therapy is recommended, with clear results you can understand and act on.
Speech & Language Therapy
Individualized therapy sessions targeting your child's specific speech and language goals, provided in English, Spanish, or both.
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)
An objective, outside evaluation for families who disagree with or want a second opinion on their child's public school-based assessment.
Individualized Education Program (IEP) Support
Guidance for parents navigating the Individualized Education Program process, so you understand your child's rights, goals, and services and can advocate confidently.
Parent Coaching
Practical strategies and coaching so you can support your child's communication at home and carry progress beyond our sessions.
Areas of Expertise
Speech Sound Disorders
Difficulty producing sounds correctly, which can make a child hard to understand. I assess and treat articulation and phonological errors so your child can be understood clearly.
Stuttering (Fluency)
Interruptions in the flow of speech, such as repeating sounds, stretching them out, or getting "stuck." I help children speak more smoothly and build confidence when they talk.
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
A motor speech disorder in which the brain has trouble coordinating the movements needed to speak, even when the child knows what they want to say. I use targeted techniques such as Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC) to help make speech more consistent and intelligible.
Language Disorders & Delays
Difficulty understanding language or using words and sentences to express wants, needs, and ideas. I evaluate and treat both receptive (understanding) and expressive (using) language to strengthen communication.
Social Communication (Pragmatics)
Difficulty using language appropriately in social situations, such as holding conversations, taking turns, or reading social cues. I help children develop the skills to connect and interact with others.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Support for children who are minimally verbal or nonverbal, using low-tech (picture boards) and high-tech (speech-generating devices) to give them a reliable and consistent way to communicate.
My Approach
Bilingual & Culturally Responsive
As a native Spanish speaker, I work with children in English, Spanish, or both based on your child's and your family's preference.
Warm & Play-Based
Children do their best work when they're having fun. My sessions are playful and built around your child, keeping them engaged as we work toward their communication goals.
Family-Centered
You know your child best. I'll keep you in the loop and share strategies you can use at home, so progress doesn't stop when our session ends.