Online Speech Therapy for Kids &
Adults in California
Your Child Has More to Share
For every knock-knock joke, lunch table conversation, and “I love you” that’s waiting on the other side.
Communication Is Not a Luxury
Being able to communicate what you need, share what you think, and let people see your personality is not a luxury. It is how people participate in their own lives.
When communication is hard, everything downstream gets harder, too. When communication starts to open up, so does everything else.
Every Age, Every Need,
Every Starting Point
Speech therapy looks different for a two-year-old who hasn’t started talking yet, a ten-year-old navigating social interactions, and an adult who has never had an effective way to communicate their needs. RL Therapy Group serves the full range of ages, needs, and communication goals.
We work with:
- Toddlers and young children who are just beginning to develop language
- School-age children working on speech clarity, fluency, or social communication
- Children and adults who use or are exploring AAC devices
- Adults with developmental differences who were never given access to language
Communication takes many forms. There is a place for all of them here.
What Can Speech Therapy Help With?
Speech therapy covers more ground than most people expect, and our therapists are trained across the full spectrum. Here is what we work on.
Early Language and Late Talkers
Children develop communication at their own pace, and not every child who is slow to talk needs therapy. For those who do, early support matters. Our therapists work with families to pinpoint what is happening and find the right fit, whether that means supporting verbal speech, exploring AAC, or building communication in other ways.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
AAC refers to any tool or system that supports or replaces spoken language, from picture boards to high-tech speech-generating devices. Getting a device is step one. Teaching someone to use it, build vocabulary, and communicate in real daily life is where we specialize.
Social Communication Pragmatics
Social communication looks different for everyone. Our therapists support children in building genuine connections, developing self-advocacy skills, and finding ways to participate meaningfully in the spaces and conversations that count. That includes understanding what accommodations are available and how to ask for them. This is often where some of the most meaningful progress happens.
Language Development
Receptive language is how we take in and make sense of language. Expressive language is the ability to share what you think and feel. Differences in either can affect how someone navigates school, friendships, and daily conversations. The right support changes what's possible.
Articulation and Speech Clarity
When someone's speech isn't easily understood by others, articulation therapy targets the specific sounds and patterns behind that. Speech sound development is also directly connected to learning to read, and strong phonological awareness is one of the strongest predictors of literacy success.
For children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech, there is more happening beneath individual sounds. Our therapists are trained to identify exactly what that looks like and build a plan that fits.
Fluency
Stuttering affects people at every age. Some children move through it on their own. Others do not, and early support makes a real difference. For adults who have spent years avoiding certain words or situations, it is not too late.
The most common reason AAC stops working is not the device. It is the lack of support around it. Ongoing therapy is built into our process to ensure that communication becomes second nature, not something that fades.
The Truth About
Online Speech Therapy
If your first thought was “but can this really work over a screen?” you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions we hear, and it is a fair one. Here is what we know.
ASHA, the governing body for speech-language pathology in the United States, recognizes telepractice as an appropriate and effective model of service delivery, including for AAC.
The benefits go beyond skipping the commute.
Online speech therapy means no traffic, no waiting room, and no sibling who has to come along for the ride. Therapy happens at home, which means your loved one is more relaxed and already in their most natural environment, where they learn best. That is not a workaround. It is a genuine therapeutic advantage. Skills learned at home generalize to real life faster because they are already being practiced there.
Will my child actually sit still for it?
Honestly? They don't have to! Sessions happen in your home, in their world, and our therapists follow their lead. When kids do engage with the screen, it never feels like passive screen time. Sessions are interactive, fun, and genuinely connecting. Most children take to it faster than their parents expect, and parents are part of the sessions.
Caregivers are part of every session.
Our coaching model means you are not just dropping your child or loved one into therapy and waiting for updates. You learn the strategies alongside them at home, which means progress keeps happening between sessions, not just during them. Online therapy makes that possible.
Online means everyone is included.
We work with families across California, and because sessions happen online, the people who love and support your child can join from anywhere. A deployed parent, a grandparent in another state, a caregiver who cannot always make the drive, everyone who matters to your child's progress can be in the room.
Few Practices Can Say All of This
There are many online speech therapy options. Here is what makes ours different.
Neuroaffirming, Always
Communication differences are not deficits. Our therapy is built around who your child or loved one actually is, with the goal of communicating in ways that work for their life, not forcing anyone into a mold.
Everything Under One Roof
Speech support alone is often not the whole picture. Because RL has occupational and physical therapists alongside our speech team, your family gets coordinated care without having to keep varying therapists informed.
Bilingual Spanish Support
For Spanish-speaking families, receiving therapy in your first language is not a small thing. It is how real progress happens. Our bilingual therapists provide services in both English and Spanish, so nothing gets lost in translation.
Online Therapy Specialists
RL Therapy Group has been serving families through online sessions for over a decade! Your therapist is not adapting to an online format. They are specialists in creating connection and meaningful progress through telehealth.
Collaborative, for the Best Possible Outcomes
Progress happens faster when everyone is working from the same playbook. We collaborate with classroom teachers, IEP teams, and any other therapists involved in your loved one's care.
How It Works
Step 1
Free Consultation
This is a real conversation with a clinician, no strings attached. You will talk through what is going on, ask whatever questions you have, and leave with something useful, whether or not you decide to move forward with therapy.
Step 2
Evaluation and Custom Plan
If therapy is the right fit, we build a plan around your actual life. Your schedule, your insurance, your goals, and your child or loved one’s specific needs. Nothing here is one-size-fits-all.
Step 3
Therapy That Fits Where You Are
Your therapist works alongside you, teaching strategies that fit your home, your routines, and your real life. You will always know what is working, why it is working, and what to do when it is Tuesday night and things are not going to plan.
BONUS: Stay Connected Between Sessions
Families also get access to Theratrak, an app that lets you send a video of your child directly to your therapist. This is especially useful for capturing moments that do not naturally come up during a therapy session. Record it when it happens and share it right away. It also keeps the conversation going between appointments, so nothing gets lost in the wait.
Speech Therapy Success Stories
Speech Therapy FAQs
What is the difference between a speech delay and a speech disorder?
What diagnoses and communication differences do you work with?
What is AAC, and how do I know if it is right for my child or me?
AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. It refers to any tool or system that supports or replaces spoken language, from low-tech picture boards to high-tech speech-generating devices. There are no prerequisites and no minimum age for AAC, and research consistently shows that early introduction supports language development rather than interfering with it. If you are wondering whether AAC might be the right fit, an evaluation is the best next step. Learn more about our AAC program.
Does my child need a diagnosis before starting therapy?
What ages do you serve?
Can young children participate in virtual speech therapy?
Do you offer speech therapy to adults?
Is online speech therapy effective?
Yes. ASHA, the governing body for speech-language pathology in the United States, recognizes telepractice as an appropriate model of service delivery, including for AAC. Outcomes of teletherapy are consistently comparable to those of in-person care, and the home environment offers genuine therapeutic advantages. Skills practiced at home generalize to real life faster because they are already being learned there. Telehealth also removes geographic barriers to specialized care, making it possible to connect with the right clinician regardless of where you live.
How do you keep children engaged during a virtual session?
What areas of California do you serve?
Does insurance cover virtual speech therapy in California?
Yes, we accept insurance for speech therapy services. We currently work with the following providers:
- Tricare West (NPI 1548626039)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Cigna
We are also approved providers for the San Diego Regional Center and the Redwood Coast Regional Center.
Do not see your plan listed? We are happy to check your out-of-network coverage to make sure you are getting the most out of your benefits. Reach out, and we will help you figure out your options.
How long are sessions, and when can we expect to see progress?
What happens during the free consultation?
You Have a Feeling That More is Possible
More connection. More confidence. More moments where communication feels easy instead of hard. That feeling is worth following.
We believe every person deserves the chance to be heard, to be understood, and to show up fully in their own life. Let us help you figure out the next step.
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