Local support for your child
Speech therapy for kids in California.
Worried about your child’s speech? Choose your city for local contacts, parks and libraries. You can also find California’s first steps for getting help below.
Speech Blubs is an app for practice at home. Local services provide evaluations and therapy.
Find your local guide
Choose a city in California
Start with the city guide for local speech support. You’ll also find links to nearby area guides for libraries, parks and everyday ideas.
- FresnoCity guide · 26 area guides
- IrvineCity guide · 8 area guides
- Long BeachCity guide · 8 area guides
- Los AngelesCity guide · 8 area guides
- OaklandCity guide · 31 area guides
- RiversideCity guide · 8 area guides
- SacramentoCity guide · 8 area guides
- San DiegoCity guide · 8 area guides
- San FranciscoCity guide · 125 area guides
- San JoseCity guide · 8 area guides
Can’t find your city? The resources below can help you look for services where you live.
A first step for your family
Where can you ask for help?
A speech-language pathologist can evaluate your child’s speech and language skills. Your child’s doctor, an early intervention program or your local school district can help you find a starting point.
Read ASHA’s guidance on finding helpFor babies and toddlers
California’s Early Start program supports infants and toddlers with developmental concerns. Ask your regional center how to request an evaluation and learn about eligibility.
Learn about California Early Start →Find your regional center →For preschool and school-age children
Ask your local school district about a speech and language evaluation. If your child is already in school, their teacher or school office can help you find the right contact.
Read ASHA’s school guide (PDF) →For an individual appointment
You can also look for a speech-language pathologist. Ask whether they work with your child’s age group, which languages they offer and how payment or insurance works.
Search ASHA’s professional directory →Before you call
A few useful questions
Write down what worries you and a few examples of how your child communicates. When you contact a service, you can ask:
- How do I request an evaluation?
- Do you work with children my child’s age?
- Is there a waiting list, and what happens next?
- What will it cost, and is insurance or other support available?