SmallTalk Speech & Occupational Therapy

01/19/2026

Yes, this is OT! It’s play that supports imagination, independence, and fine motor skills! OTs 🤝 Tiny Toys

01/16/2026

A new year is a great time to pause, reflect, and think about how your child is growing. 🌱

Whether you’re celebrating progress or wondering if your child might benefit from extra support, small, realistic goals can make a big difference over time.

Our latest blog shares gentle ways to support speech, language, and development as we head into the new year, without pressure or perfection.

Read more below!

Start the new year strong with simple, supportive goals for your child’s speech, language, and development. Learn how small steps can lead to meaningful progress.

12/22/2025

‘Tis the season for pajamas at work, sharing a meal with friends, and celebrating all of the wins, big and small, we had in 2025! Lucky to have a team like this one! ❤️⭐️🎄🍪

12/10/2025

Saturday is our last Sensory Santa of the season! Come meet Santa in a sensory-friendly setting with no long lines or big crowds…just our SmallTalk Santa’s helpers and the big man himself! 🎅🏼🎄⭐️

Sign up to meet Santa on Saturday at our clinic in Scripps Ranch through our stories or the link in our bio.

12/03/2025

Sensory Santa is this weekend at SmallTalk in La Mesa! These are the last few days to sign up to meet Santa in a sensory-friendly setting! ✨🎅

Sensory Santa is designed for kiddos who want to meet Santa without the crowds, long lines, or stress. SmallTalk families can sign up for a 5-minute private visit in a calm, sensory-friendly space where your little can meet Santa and take a photo! ❤️
🎄 THIS Saturday, December 6th at La Mesa
🎄 Saturday, December 13th at Scripps Ranch
Spots are almost full! Reserve your time to meet Santa today! 🎅✨

Sign up through the link in our bio.

12/03/2025

Sensory Santa is this weekend at SmallTalk in La Mesa! These are the last few days to sign up to meet Santa in a sensory-friendly setting! ✨🎅

Sensory Santa is designed for kiddos who want to meet Santa without the crowds, long lines, or stress. SmallTalk families can sign up for a 5-minute private visit in a calm, sensory-friendly space where your little can meet Santa and take a photo! ❤️

🎄 THIS Saturday, December 6th at La Mesa
🎄 Saturday, December 13th at Scripps Ranch

Spots are almost full! Reserve your time to meet Santa today! 🎅✨

Sign up here: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/AcZssZ3Zl-5r1BxY0je3FRnR_2lDbJZnFl4czxuaPjI=

12/01/2025

SmallTalk was named a Top Workplace for 2025 by the !!

From small moments of support between colleagues to big wins in sessions, our people are the heart of SmallTalk. Being named a means even more knowing the feedback came from our own team.

We’re grateful for the passion, the teamwork, and the belief that play can spark progress. SmallTalk is a place where therapists grow, families feel supported, and joy is an integral part of the job. Here’s to the people who make SmallTalk so much more than a 9-5!

Thank you, ST family, you made this possible. ✨

11/24/2025

Sunday morning reset with our SmallTalk team. 🧘‍♀️🌿

Huge thank you to Marissa, Lead SLP at our Scripps Ranch clinic, for leading our first SmallTalk yoga session in Balboa Park! Her energy and guidance left us feeling refreshed and ready to take on the holidays.

As we head into Thanksgiving week, we’re reminded how grateful we are to have colleagues that support each other not just in the clinic, but also in wellness and growth. Our team shines not only as therapists, but through the passions and hobbies that make them who they are. Here’s to more moments like this and more shavasanas to come! Happy Thanksgiving! 💫🥰

11/19/2025

Are you ready for the new year? With open enrollment approaching, it’s the perfect time to review your child’s insurance coverage, especially for services like speech and occupational therapy. Our latest blog post breaks down what to ask, how to avoid coverage gaps, and why preparing now can make all the difference.

Read more below.

Make sure your child’s speech and occupational therapy continues smoothly into the new year. Learn how to review, update, and understand your insurance coverage with guidance from SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy.

11/14/2025

Traveling this holiday season? ✈️ 🚙 🚆 For kids with sensory needs, new environments, loud sounds, and changes in routine can feel overwhelming. However, with the right preparation, your trip can be calm and fun for everyone!

In our new blog post, we share expert holiday travel tips for kids with sensory needs, including how to build a sensory travel kit, create routines on the go, and keep your child regulated and confident along the way.

Read the full guide below. Safe travels and happy holidays! ✨ 🥧

Make holiday travel smoother for your child with sensory needs. Discover expert-approved strategies, packing ideas, and calming routines to help your family enjoy the season together.

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. ❤️⭐️🇺🇸

Here at Smalltalk, we are so grateful for the dedication of our veterans, active duty military families, and all who protect and support our country. Swipe to see a few ways to celebrate and honor our veterans this month in San Diego.