Central Coast Language and Learning Center Speech Pathology

04/20/2026

I promise you, we’re working!! 🧸 🚗 ⚽️ 🪀
Speech therapy should look like play, because that’s how kids learn best!
Play builds language, connection, problem-solving, and confidence (all while they think they’re just having fun)!!

04/02/2026

At Central Coast Language and Learning Center, we believe in more than awareness. We believe in acceptance, access, and celebrating every form of communication.

10/22/2025

Check out our positions in Monterey and Santa Cruz,CA.

10/09/2025

“Let’s bust some myths this AAC Awareness Month! 💬✨ There are so many misconceptions about who can use AAC and how it supports communication. Swipe through to separate myth from fact and learn how AAC helps everyone find their voice. 💙 ”

10/08/2025

October is AAC Awareness Month! 💬✨ Every voice matters, whether spoken, typed, or tapped. At CCLLC, we celebrate the power of Augmentative and Alternative Communication to help every individual express themselves fully. Let’s break barriers and amplify voices—one message at a time. 🗣️❤️

08/30/2025

Parents! Does your child have an IEP? Do you want clarity and helpful tips on navigating this document and advocating for your child's needs? Register for this FREE event happening Wednesday, Sept. 3 via Zoom. It's quick and easy to register.

From One Parent to Another: Navigating the IEP Document with Confidence (Zoom) Event Date: Wednesday, Sep 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Location: ZoomCLICK HERE to Register!

08/05/2025

Back to school can feel overwhelming—but small, everyday moments make a big difference in your child’s communication skills. 💬✨
Here are 3 quick ways to support language at home—no flashcards required.
Which one will you try first?

08/04/2025

We are so proud to be a member of . Yesterday, our Clinical Director Jennifer D’Attilio volunteered there by helping out with a presentation about doula services to new and expecting parents/families. Their mission of protecting the birth experience through education, resources and advocacy is so important and helpful for parents in Monterey County.

07/21/2025

Did you know SLPs are essential team members for children with cleft and craniofacial differences?
From feeding support in infancy to speech therapy during school years, we work alongside families and medical teams to help every child communicate confidently.
💬 July is Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness Month, but advocacy matters year-round!

07/17/2025

🗣️ Speech Sound Check: Is Your Child on Track?
Wondering if your child’s speech sounds are developing as expected?
Speech sounds typically develop gradually, but there are general ages when most children master specific sounds:
✅ By age 4: p, b, m, t, d, n, h, w
✅ By age 5–6: k, g, f, v, y, l
✅ By age 7–8: s, z, sh, ch, j, th, r
If your child is still having difficulty with certain sounds beyond these ages, it may be time to connect with a speech-language pathologist.
💡 Early support can make speech clearer and boost confidence!
📚 Based on McLeod & Crowe (2020) speech sound acquisition norms.

07/15/2025

Did you know? Too many questions can actually make communication harder for some kids.
Instead, switch to comments. Describe, label, or share an observation. It gives kids a language model without the pressure to answer right away.
💬 Slow down. Observe. Comment. Wait.
It’s one of the easiest ways to support early language development and AAC users alike!

07/11/2025

🕰️ The Power of WAIT TIME
One of the most effective ways to support communication?
Pause.
Seriously…just pause. ✋
Whether your child is verbal, using AAC, or learning to sign, wait time gives them space to:
✅ Think
✅ Process
✅ Plan
✅ Respond
Instead of repeating the question or jumping in, try giving at least 5 seconds of quiet, supportive stillness.
💡 That pause? That’s where language happens.