At Connecting Dots Speech Therapy, we believe that connection and engagement are the pillars of successful therapy. Using evidence-based practices and a "fun-first" approach, we harness the science of PLAY to enhance your child's communication skills. Whether supporting children with limited verbal output to better express their needs and ideas or refining unclear speech production, we use relationship-centered therapy approaches to provide comprehensive care for your child on their communication journey. We work collaboratively with families to unlock each child's inherent abilities, support their communication goals, and help them thrive in their own authentic way. Every child has something valuable to say – our role is to help them find their voice and celebrate the journey.

“I believe that pediatric therapy should look MORE LIKE PLAY and less like work”

Offered Services

Speech Sound Therapy

Most speech sound disorders are phonological or articulation based, requiring therapy to target pronunciation of errored sounds or patterns of sounds. For this type ,of therapy we work directly with your child to provide maximum opportunities while keeping them engaged with personalized activities and games. We also provide parents with the tools and strategies to support their child’s speech development for home practice between therapy!

Apraxia Therapy

PROMPT and DTTC are tactile-kinesthetic approaches to speech therapy, used to treat Apraxia of Speech. This involves the speech-language pathologist using touch cues on the client's face (throat, jaw, lips, tongue), in addition to visual cues to support and shape correct movement of these articulators.

Language Therapy

Therapy tailored to your child’s unique language learning style. Whether it be vocabulary & grammar development, listening & reading comprehension or helping your child move beyond echolalia & scripting. Therapy activities are child led for increased engagement and generalization of skills. Parent involvement in sessions is integral!

SEE WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY

  • Cait has been the most influential person in my son’s speech development thus far. She is professional and has a kind but firm demeanor which my son responds to very well. I was at a loss for what to do after he turned 3 and was finished receiving speech through Tri Counties. I knew we needed continuing help before he started school, but I had no idea how much he was capable of growing in the last year. Thank you Cait for all your love and hard work for us! We have learned so much and are excited to continue learning with you!

    -Rebekah

  • We can't recommend Cait enough! She made learning fun, adapted sessions with my son to meet his needs and energy and helped established some tools for him to use as he navigates learning correct speech patterns. Thank you Cait, we are forever grateful!

    -Whitney

  • The school team was blown away by the speech progress my child has made with Cait since they last assessed him a year ago! Cait is amazing and truly helping him to realize his full potential 😃

    -Holly

  • We are so grateful that my two year old son is now thriving thanks to Caitlin and her team. I reached out to Cait concerned about my sons communication milestones. He had reached all his gross motor skills on time but was very behind in speech. He is no longer timid to new environment or new faces. Also tends to be more of a social butterfly at parks. We are very impressed and grateful with my sons progress. Highly recommend!!!

    -Ashley

  • Santa Barbara is so lucky to have Cait as a speech therapist! She is on top of all up to date on new information, she’s creative & was able to connect quickly to with my kids to get them engaged.

    -Danya

  • Caitlin is amazing. Our 3yr old had so much to say but just couldn't get her words out right and after a few visits from Caitlin she has found those words! Sadly we are moving so we had to stop the visits but our little one remembers every single one. The tricks with her thumb and her top teeth, the crafts Caitlin had with her everything. She even plays speech with her dolls which is just beyond adorable.

    -Dottie

  • Caitlin is a phenomenal speech therapist! She helped my 4 year old daughter with her speech expression/articulation in one-on-one sessions as well as with social/group skills at her preschool. She is extremely perceptive, creative, kind, and engaging in her techniques. Caitlin always debriefs me at the end of every session to discuss progress, goals, and any concerns. She was also really great about searching for alternative diagnoses, strategies, and resources. Can't say enough great things about her!

    -Muniba

  • I highly recommend Caitlin! My son loves when she comes to “play!” She’s very creative with the types of play to encourage the focus of the day. She also provides helpful tips and encourages parents to listen in and partake in the learning. 5 stars!

    -Holly