About

Leah Gonzales M.S. CCC-SLP

Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist

Leah Gonzales is a California licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from California State University Fullerton and received her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders from West Texas A&M University.

With experience working in early intervention programs, clinics, and schools, Leah has gained knowledge in using evidence-based strategies to improve a child’s speech production and language skills.

Leah is a therapist who embraces neurodiversity, recognizing and respecting the unique traits and preferences of each child she works with. She strives to make her therapy sessions filled with fun and engaging activities, while tailoring to the interests and needs of every child.

Trainings & Certifications

Testimonials

Leah’s work with my son who is on the spectrum was genuinely life changing. We worked with Leah for about 18 months from ages 2-3. Leah consistently provided a welcoming and engaging learning environment that allowed my son to develop necessary foundational speaking skills. Due in large part to our early intervention work with Leah, my son is currently meeting all of the speaking standards for his age group and no longer requires speech services. I highly recommend her services to any family who is looking for speech support for their child from a loving and effective provider.

-D.C. , Parent
I had the privilege of working alongside Leah with a nonprofit in Uganda. She is a fantastic SLP who prioritizes relationship building with kids and their families. She establishes comfort and trust with ease. Leah incorporates evidence-based approaches in fun and engaging ways, ensuring success in therapy. Most importantly, Leah is a provider who truly cares!

—Catherine Pinas, M.S. CCC-SLP
I met Leah right after I got the diagnosis of my daughter having Autism. I was not prepared for this journey, and being active duty military, I felt overwhelmed. Leah stepped in without hesitation; she was familiar with working with children with autism and had an approach that kept my child eager to come and participate in speech therapy. Leah is an excellent communicator. She is very flexible in scheduling, which was necessary due to being active military. Working with Leah, my daughter has made so much progress. Her methods and strategies are one of a kind. We are so blessed to have her through our journey.

-J.M., Parent
As a physical therapist, it was great to be able to collaborate with a speech therapist like Leah. It never felt like work but rather a conversation that easily flowed. Leah's compassion and deep love for all the clients she comes in contact with is evident by her patience and drive to always find the best solutions. She looks at her clients as a whole person and not just another case.

—Bailey Benson, DPT
This testimonial is to express my profound gratitude and admiration for Leah’s incredible work. She worked with all three of my children and they were always met with warmth, understanding, and a genuine commitment to helping them overcome their obstacles. Leah possesses an extraordinary ability to create a nurturing and supportive environment. Her patience, empathy, and unwavering encouragement were instrumental in graduating all of my kids from speech therapy. I wholeheartedly recommend Leah to anyone seeking a skilled and compassionate speech therapy professional. I am immensely grateful for the positive impact Leah has had on my children.

-S.G., Parent
My son was diagnosed with a speech delay at about 18 months, after working with another therapist, we were lucky enough to meet Leah at about 23 months. I saw a HUGE improvement with my son with Leah. She is so patient and sweet, my son loved her. She worked hard to keep my son interested and learning, as he would wonder off at first. We are happy and lucky we got to work with her for over a year. My son improved his speech so much in the time Leah worked with us. I wish we could have continued therapy with her. I have nothing but good things to say about Leah and recommend her every chance I get. I am forever grateful she came into our path! Thank you Leah!

—A.P., Parent