Child playing in speech therapy with Golden Oak Speech Therapy

Language, Literacy, and Communication Therapy for Children of All Ages and Abilities

Communication. Education. Recreation.

WELCOME TO

Golden Oak Speech Therapy

We partner with parents, caregivers, and school districts to build systems that support children with complex communication needs, developmental language disorders, and reading disorders. Every child deserves to learn, play, and communicate with the world around them!

Specialized Evaluations, Therapy, Coaching,
& Consultation Services

Golden Oak Speech Therapy takes a personalized approach to providing evidence-based therapy. Central to everything we offer is parent, caregiver, and educator coaching, which is provided within every therapy session and also offered as its own service. Contact us to learn more about our coaching, educational, and consulting services.

services

AAC

We take a total communication approach to therapy which honors all forms of communication, such as: AAC device selections, speech, gestures, signs, and more. Our goal is to help your child say what they want to say and participate fully in life conversations and decisions. Our services include AAC assessment, support with obtaining high-tech AAC device funding, device fitting, AAC therapy, device customization, and training for parents, educators, family members, and other communication partners.

Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology (AT) allows people to participate in activities and tasks that they may not be able to participate in otherwise. We provide AT assessments for children who think, learn, read, write, and communicate differently to identify the most effective tools for them to use when participating in academic, social, or recreational activities. Assistive Technologies can include support with communication (AAC), computer access technology, and technology for people with learning, physical, cognitive, and/or sensory disabilities.

Literacy

Reading and writing skills are essential for social and academic success. We evaluate and treat literacy challenges using evidence-based practices informed by the latest research on developmental language disorders and dyslexia. Our goal is to establish and build on foundational language and reading skills while decreasing barriers to learning. We support your child in gaining age-appropriate skills in the areas of alphabet knowledge, phonological awareness and processing, oral language, word recognition, decoding, spelling, reading comprehension, and reading fluency.

Language & Social Communication

We provide early intervention services and school-age therapy focusing on language and social development. Whether your child has trouble understanding what they are told, expressing themselves with words, playing with others, or making friends, we can support their growth with individualized activities to help them gain new skills. Language and social communication therapy will help your child use new vocabulary words, follow directions, form complete and accurate sentences, communicate with other children and adults, and develop authentic relationships.

Parent & Caregiver Coaching

Caregivers are a child's most important teachers. We empower families to support language, communication, and social skills development at home and in the community. With the most up-to-date knowledge, tools, and strategies, you can help your child participate and succeed during their normal daily activities and routines!

AAC and Language Intensives

We offer seasonal intensive trainings to support families in becoming more comfortable with using AAC in their daily routines. We’ll spend time in your child’s natural environments, including your home, nearby park, and other community spaces. Intensives are offered in the California Bay Area or near Lawrence, KS, with options for 2-5 consecutive days at 2-3 hours per day.

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MEET KARINA

Karina Saechao, M.A., CCC-SLP, ATACP

Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist
Assistive Technology Specialist

I am a creative, forward-thinking, and playful speech therapist with a passion for serving children and their families. As a holistic master clinician, I strive to make language, literacy, and communication fun and accessible through play and recreation. I believe that every child should be able to authentically communicate and receive an equitable education. At Golden Oak Speech Therapy, I meet my families where they are - both literally and figuratively. I center the voices of parents in the therapy process by listening to their needs, goals, and dreams for their child in order to customize a therapy plan that truly changes their lives for the better. In addition to my 9+ years of clinical work, I am a Ph.D. candidate studying Child Language. When I am not working, studying, or researching, I can be found hanging out with my husband and dog, drinking something delightful, and enjoying time with my loved ones!

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meet therapist

Interested in therapy? Here is our process.

Contact us at 650-503-3417 or reach out via email. We will ask you to fill out a brief parent questionnaire and/or set up a free 15-minute phone consultation to specify your concerns.

Participate in an assessment and/or parent coaching session. We will review the assessment results, offer recommendations, and work with you to determine the next best step for your child.

If we agree that your child will benefit from therapy, we will schedule weekly sessions at a time, date, and location that works best for your family. Together, we can help your child reach their goals!

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location

Two Convenient Service Locations...

CALIFORNIA

Let's Meet Online!

We provide convenient, accessible, and effective online speech therapy services to families located in California. Virtual therapy activities are evidence-based and engaging!

KANSAS

Online & In-Person Options

In-person services are available to families located within a 5-mile radius of Lawrence, Kansas. We can meet you in your home, out in the community, or online.