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Our Team
Kristin Kalani M.A., CCC-SLP
Founder and Speech Language Pathologist
Kristin has experience providing speech therapy within multiple settings, including schools, private speech therapy practices, teletherapy, and acute-care rehabilitation facilities. Kristin specializes in providing services to the neurodivergent population, with clientele as young as 18 months and upwards of 20 years old. She is passionate about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Gestalt Language Processing (GLP), and delivering holistic care for her clients and their families.
"I want to empower your family to support your child as best as you can and build on your relationship with them through connection, play, and communication. I look forward to connecting with you!"
Kristin graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Syracuse University in upstate New York (Go Orange!) and went on to complete her Master of Arts at Long Island University-Post. She is licensed by the Speech-Language Pathology Board in the state of California and has received her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She is also a certified AAC+GLP Trained Clinician.
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Our Mission
Sound Waves Speech Therapy is dedicated to embracing neurodiversity and fostering meaningful connections. We prioritize a holistic development of each individual, focusing on regulation and communication skills in a nurturing environment. Through personalized therapy sessions, we empower children to thrive and parents to become confident advocates for their child's journey. Together, we celebrate diversity, champion progress, and cultivate a supportive community where every voice is heard and valued.
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Our Vision
We are committed to redefining traditional approaches to therapy by infusing creativity and fun into every session, tailoring experiences to suit each child's special interests and sensory preferences. Whether in the comfort of your home, on playgrounds, or within the Orange County community, we strive to create engaging environments that ignite curiosity, foster growth, and promote generalization of skills. Through our sensory based and connection approach, we aim to redefine therapy as an adventure where every moment is an opportunity for discovery, laughter, and boundless exploration.
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Tell Me More!
Play Based Approach
We follow a child-lead, play based model in which we use intrinsic motivators to incentivize client engagement. Sessions may be in home, running around the yard, at the playground, or in your tree house! You will never find your child at a desk for an entire 45 mins when working with Sound Waves.
Connection
We believe communication begins with connection. We value connection over compliance and look forward to building a relationship with your family!
Emphasis on Regulation
Regulation plays an important part in therapy and making sure we are in tune with our sensory needs. Employing sensory regulation strategies allows us to be in our best state to engage in anything we set our minds too.
Collaboration
We love collaboration! We will work with your teachers, family members, ABA providers, OTs, MTs, and anyone else who wishes to join the gang! We also emphasize parent involvement in every session and parent training. After all, you are with your child the most, so let's teach you the ropes and empower you to support them round the clock.
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