Multidisciplinary Pediatric Center

Child Development Specialist in Encino, Tarzana, and Sherman Oaks
Child Development Specialists
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance
  • Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center Contracted Provider
  • North LA County Regional Center Contracted Provider
  • East LA Regional Center
  • SCLARC

Child Development

Speech Source Therapy, Inc., is designed to enhance the child’s development, to provide support and assistance to the family, and to maximize the child’s and family’s benefit to society. Our comprehensive approach is based upon known principles of growth and development. We make use of different activities to enhance progress in each of the basic developmental domains; i.e., cognitive, fine/gross motor, communication, adaptive skills and social-emotional development.

Our goal is to better the lives of infants and toddlers who have a disability or who are considered high risk for developing a disability. The Child Development Specialist use an individualized curriculum and intervention plans according to the child’s specific needs.

Child Development Infant- Toddler Program

Child Developmental Specialists (CDS’s) are professionals who have a BA/BS or MA/MS in child development, psychology, education, communication disorders, counseling, or any other related field.

If the Child Development Specialist does not have a degree in child development, s/he must accrue 12 units of child development coursework OR a minimum of one year experience in a field of early childhood.

Our Child Development Specialists provide consultations, assessments, evaluations, and therapy to children who have developmental delays and difficulties in the areas of cognitive development, gross/fine motor development, communication, adaptive skills and social-emotional development.

If you are interested in joining a professional team with whom you can grow, please contact us at SFV: (818) 788-4121
LA: (213) 493-6698
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For more information, call us, email us or send your resume to HR@speechsourceinc.com.

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Client Testimonial

Our Teletherapy Services Have Been Very Successful

"My four-year-old son Elijah was diagnosed with Autism at two years old. He has been attending Speech Source Therapy for over a year and a half now. Irene was amazing with assisting us in starting his services right away. Since the beginning we were very happy with the support and therapy he received! Once the covid-19 pandemic hit my husband and I were worried about how we would continue to get him the help he needed. After discussing it with my husband, we decided to give teletherapy a shot. Speech Source transitioned us into teletherapy via Zoom and we could not have been happier with the decision! Throughout the past five months Elijah's language development has been flourishing! We're constantly hearing him produce more sounds, say more words, and he's even been able to tell me " I love you" a few times. As a parent of a child who was considered nonverbal when diagnosed, those were the most beautiful words I've heard in my life. Elijah enjoys interacting with his therapist, doing the interactive learning videos, and the fun activities his therapist plans for session. I highly recommend giving teletherapy a chance as I have seen great progress with my son. It's very important to give our children a routine, support, and stability during these times to aid in their learning. We are forever grateful to our therapist Jessica and Speech Source Therapy for all of their dedication and support in helping Elijah. My husband and I are very excited for the future and to see our son progress."

- Jessica A., Los Angeles, CA




Thank you for your hard work and dedication to these kiddos!

"I took my 2-year-old son to Speech Source for his issue with articulation, and Kimberly was our therapist. We had a wonderful experience with her. She developed a quick bond with our son and helped him come a long way with his articulation. She also was very helpful in explaining the process to me, so I could practice with him at home. My son adored Kimberly, and I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking speech therapy for themselves or their child.

Speech Source is also a very well-equipped facility with lots of great toys, books and activities (even a small gym room) that engage children and help them get excited about the process."

- Cynthia L., Los Angeles, CA




Speech Source Therapy knows how to assess a child and give them exactly who and what they need

"We started going to Speech Source Therapy 2 years ago when my daughter turned 3 years old. We were referred. First, we met Heidi, the owner who was so sweet and caring. Heidi evaluated my daughter and chose the perfect therapist for us, Kimberly. Kimberly has been such an asset to my daughters over all communication; in every sense. Kimberly learned my daughter and tailored her sessions specifically for her. My daughter speaks clearly and with confidence. She continues to grow and learn from Kimberly with new innovative and surprising techniques every week. Kimberly is such an asset in our child’s overall development, we have every intention to continue. My daughter has fun and loves to play and learn with Kimberly."

Speech source therapy knows how to assess a child and give them exactly who and what they need. I am so grateful for all they provide for children at all levels. They truly care.

- Forever grateful:) - Michelle

Speech Therapist in Encino

Employment Opportunities

Speech Source Therapy Inc. has open employment positions for SLP, SLPA, OT, COTA, PT, and CDS. We are looking for professional individuals to join our team. Speech Source Therapy Inc. will help guide, support and educate to ensure the highest level of servies possible.

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