SPG – Speech Pathology Group
The Speech Pathology Group (SPG) is a team of highly regarded speech-language pathologists serving adults and children in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1989.
Philosophy and Treatment Model (Mission Statement): Our clinic-based services include comprehensive assessments, consultations, individualized therapy, and small group instruction. We are a unique practice in that we limit therapist caseloads, and thus devote more time to planning and implementing treatment programs, collaborating frequently with other professionals, involving parents/caregivers, and continually expanding clinical areas of expertise.
SCHOOL-BASED SERVICES
SPG REMOTE SERVICES & RESOURCES
SPEECH SERVICES
BEHAVIOR SERVICES
OT SERVICES
PT SERVICES
AAC & AT
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY & MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENTS
CLINIC SERVICES
SPG REMOTE – ONLINE SPEECH THERAPY
SPEECH THERAPY FOR KIDS
PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR KIDS
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY FOR KIDS
SPEECH THERAPY FOR ADULTS
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
SELECTIVE MUTISM Consultation, assessment and direct treatment in clinic, school and community settings as needed. SPG licensed speech therapists utilize a combination of “best practice” behavioral therapy techniques to target increasing social comfort and communication across partners and settings.
In addition to weekly individual therapy services, we provide the following:
COCHLEAR IMPLANT REHABILITATION
SPG has two staff members with special training in treating children with cochlear implants and hearing aids. This service is currently available at our Walnut Creek Clinic site.
EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES
SPG endorses early detection of speech-language and hearing disorders by offering low-cost screenings to community preschool sites. We also provide parent/caregiver and professional in-service trainings upon request.
BUILDING BRIDGES (SCHEDULED PER PARENT REQUEST)
Phase 1: Infant/toddler population
Phase 2: Preschool/Pre K population
COMMUNICATION POWER HOUR (OFFERED ONCE PER MONTH)
A monthly parent and toddler group session where parents meet have an opportunity to learn about typical language development; ask questions about their own child’s speech and language difficulties; learn strategies and techniques to stimulate language development; discover ways to use toys at home in order to enhance play skills and promote early concept development; help improve social skills; and learn about community resources which may be suitable based on the family and child’s level of need.
PEDIATRIC FEEDING THERAPY
SPG offers assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding disorders for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Staff is trained in the assessment and treatment of feeding disorders and will work with your other medical providers to provide comprehensive, coordinated services to meet your child’s feeding needs. Learn more »
SOCIAL LANGUAGE SUMMER CAMP
Camp Super Communicators is a social language camp for SPG Children ages 6-10 at Valle Verde Children’s Center in Walnut Creek, CA. It is a fun, one-of-a-kind summer camp led by a Speech-Language Pathologist to learn and practice social skills with peers in a mainstream summer camp setting. Children enrolled through SPG will benefit from specialized instruction from a licensed speech language pathologist and support staff based on their communication needs. There will be opportunities for small group learning and time to practice new skills in a natural camp setting.
COMMUNICATE WITH CARE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
SPG offers a friendly and helpful support group for parents and caregivers. This support group welcomes anyone in the community that has a child with special needs. You do not need to be an SPG family to attend. The support group meets every other month during the school year from 6:30-8pm in Walnut Creek. It is an adult only group and daycare is not provided. This group allows caregivers to connect with one another in a positive and supportive environment at no cost. There are opportunities to listen to professional speakers and gain resources in the community.
Upcoming dates and sign ups are posted here.
FOR ADULTS
SPG is excited to be expanding its Adult Speech Services Program. Our clinic provides consultations, evaluations, therapy, family counseling and support, and collaboration with other professionals in an effort to address individual/family needs. We can assist in treating a variety of communication issues resulting from stroke or head injury/surgery (Aphasia/Apraxia), cochlear implant rehabilitation, neurologically-based voice disorders such as Parkinson’s, e.g. Lee Silverman Voice Technique (LSVT-LOUD Program), dementia, accent modification, or stuttering. Therapy can be provided individually or in a small group setting.
Adult Services provided by the Speech Pathology Group include:
Identifying needs/interests/hobbies/strengths to personalize therapy
Including caregiver training/support
Using pictures to facilitate language/conversation
Creating an individualized notebook as a reference tool
Accessing resources (e.g., books, websites, music)
Using breathing techniques to become aware of and control the inhalation and exhalation of air (a building block of communication)
Exploring alternative modes of communication (e.g., writing, drawing, singing)
Using visual and auditory feedback devices to aid in speech sound production (e.g., mirror, voice recorder, sound pressure meter)
Fostering a success-oriented treatment atmosphere.
FOR CHILDREN
SPG’S CLINIC PROVIDES initial screenings, parent consultations, comprehensive evaluations with written reports, regularly scheduled therapy sessions, family counseling and support, and collaboration with schools, physicians, and other para-professionals. Therapy is provided through individual and/or small group settings.
Our pediatric program includes evaluation and treatment in the following areas:
Language disorders
Language based learning disabilities
Auditory-language processing disorders
Articulation / phonological disorders Learn more »
Oral-myofunctional and feeding therapy
Augmentative/alternative communication
Fluency disorders / Stuttering
Voice disorders
Social/pragmatic language disorders Download Social Language Groups Brochure »
Impairments associated with PDD / Autism.
Locations:
SPG
925-945-1474 • fax 925-945-1768
WALNUT CREEK
2021 Ygnacio Valley Rd., C103
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
SACRAMENTO
333 University Ave., Ste. 200
Sacramento, CA 95825
SAN DIEGO
3914 Murphy Canyon Rd., Ste. A120
San Diego, CA 92123
RIVERSIDE
3600 Limes St., Ste. 612
Riverside, CA 92501
OCEANSIDE
3355 Mission Ave, Ste. 221
Oceanside, CA 92057
TEMECULA
26720 Ynez Ct.
Temecula, CA 92591