Speech and Language Therapy in the East Bay
building community through communication
Approach
I use my personal identity and lived experiences to tailor plans for your communication growth. Within each session I create 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 into your daily lives. I utilize more creative, silly, and play-based methods along with your special interests during sessions. This helps to build a strong foundation to allow you to shine in your communication and feel confident using your skills in the world.
Specialties
- Understanding and sharing wants, needs, and feelings
- Understanding and sharing information and instructions
- Emotional Regulation
- Social Skills
- Autism
- Early Intervention
- Gestalt Language Processing (Echolalia)
- Speech Sounds (Articulation)
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Care
- Trauma-Informed Care
Services
Meet the Speech Therapist
Hi! I’m Ari (or Cypress) and my pronouns are they / them. I am an LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent speech language therapist practicing in the San Francisco East Bay Area. I have a passion for supporting my communities, creating accessible spaces, and engaging in nature. In my free time, I can be found in my garden with my wife, camping, hiking, or creating fun art.
FAQs
Yes! I am a provider on the Beaming Health network, and I currently am in network with the following providers:
- Aetna CA
- Anthem Blue Cross CA
- Cigna CA
- United Healthcare – Surest
- UnitedHealthcare – UMR
- UnitedHealthcare CA
If you do not see your insurance listed above and are interested in services, I am currently adding more insurance companies!
I also 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. If needed, I can offer a sliding scale range for both assessments and sessions. Please 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.
Currently I am accepting clients from ages 2-21.
I provide home or community based visits within the greater San Francisco East Bay, depending on availability. Teletherapy services are available across California. For California telehealth visits, you must reside in and be actively present in the state during the time of your visit.
