Speech and Language Therapy
Neurodiversity-affirming social skills from someone who’s been there
Approach
I use my personal identity and lived experiences to tailor plans for your communication growth, with opportunities for learning in your natural environment. My dedication to each child and family allows me to get to know individual needs well and build targeted supports that you will be able to carry through into your daily lives. I utilize more creative, silly, and play-based methods along with your special interests to allow you to shine in your communication and feel confident using your skills in the world.
Specialty
- Natural Language Acquisition
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Early Intervention
- Social Skills
- Expressive + Receptive Language Disorders
- Articulation
- LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Care
- Trauma-Informed Care
Services
Family Consult
Individualized family training to bring communication skills into the home.
Individual Services
One-on-one sessions focusing on your specific needs.
Assessment
Various speech assessments performed with comfort in mind.
Meet the Speech Therapist
Cypress is an LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent speech language therapist practicing in the San Francisco East Bay Area. They also go by the name Ari. They spend their free time reconnecting with the earth in their garden, cooking with their wife, and watching their cats have zoomies. They are a strong advocate for environmental, disability, and LGBTQ+ rights.
FAQs
I currently accept private pay through Ivy Pay or Stripe, operated by Carepatron. A Superbill and invoice will be available after each session through Ivy Pay for insurance reimbursement purposes.
Unfortunately, I do not work with or accept insurance at the moment. However, I can offer a sliding scale range for both assessments and sessions, depending on what feels comfortable for you. Feel free to reach out so we can find a rate that works best together. You are always welcome to ask for a change in rate if you need one.
Please note, I will soon proudly be a vendor for the Regional Center of the East Bay for ages birth to three.
I have worked with children across grade levels and individuals across the lifespan. Currently I am accepting clients from ages 2-22. I will soon proudly be a vendor for the Regional Center of the East Bay for ages birth to three.
I will provide home or community based visits within the greater San Francisco East Bay, depending on availability. Teletherapy services are available across California, as long as you reside and are present in the state during the time of your visit.
I recommend 30-60 minutes depending on needs.
I offer a free 15-30 minute consultation to discuss you or your child’s needs. If you feel like I am a good fit, we will schedule an evaluation, and move from there!
It is very common for anyone to feel nervous when building trust with a new service provider, and this can be heightened in neurodivergent individuals. Having calming and comforting items nearby during both the consultation and the evaluation can help the transition process. I have also built essential time into evaluations to allow for rapport building with families and children. This allows children the space they need to show their skills and strengths during the assessment.
You will book an initial consultation when you are seeking services and an assessment for speech therapy. Anyone can book a family consultation to learn more about key information that can be helpful for their students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, and more, even if you are not receiving services from me at this time.
While I have training in stuttering, and have served many children who stutter, fluency is not my specialty. I am happy to offer recommendations for another therapist who specializes in stuttering, and offer resources.