BETH BANCROFT SPEECH THERAPY

Direct Speech Therapy

One on one evaluations and speech sessions

I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with five years of experience supporting children and families in the public school setting. I have extensive experience helping children improve their articulation, language, and early communication skills, particularly during the preschool and elementary years.

As both an SLP and a parent, I understand the importance of supporting communication in everyday life. I strongly value parent participation and collaboration, and I am committed to providing families with practical tools and strategies that help children practice and generalize their skills beyond our therapy sessions.

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Areas of Expertise:

Articulation & Phonological Disorders

I support children with speech sound disorders, including articulation difficulties and phonological disorders that impact multiple speech sounds. Therapy is individualized to help children improve intelligibility, build confidence, and generalize skills into everyday communication.

Early Language Development

I work with preschool and school-age children to strengthen receptive and expressive language skills, including vocabulary, following directions, grammar, narrative language, and social communication.

AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication)

I have experience supporting children who use AAC systems, including Proloquo2Go and LAMP Words for Life. I help families and teams implement AAC effectively while supporting language development across settings. I also have experience assisting families through the process of obtaining AAC device funding and advocating for communication supports.

Functional Communication & Regulation

Communication and regulation are deeply connected. I support children who experience challenges with emotional regulation, frustration, and behavioral communication by helping them develop effective ways to express their wants, needs, thoughts, and feelings. My approach focuses on teaching functional communication skills that reduce barriers to participation and connection.

Gestalt Language Processing

I have experience supporting Gestalt Language Processors (GLPs), children who naturally acquire language through larger chunks or "scripts" rather than single words. Therapy focuses on honoring a child's natural language development style while helping them build flexible, self-generated language over time. I often incorporate meaningful scripts and modeled language to support communication growth.

Caregiver Coaching & Collaboration

Parent involvement is one of the most important factors in successful therapy. I work closely with families to provide practical strategies, coaching, and support that help children practice and generalize their communication skills beyond our therapy sessions.

Services and Fees:

Speech & Language Assessment

Duration: 1-2 Hours

Fee: $200-300

A comprehensive speech and language assessment designed to evaluate your child's communication skills and identify areas of strength and need. The assessment includes formal and informal testing, analysis of results, and a detailed written report. Following the assessment, a 30-minute consultation is provided to review the findings, discuss recommendations, and determine the next steps.

Outside Assessment Report and Review Consultation

Duration: 30 Minutes

Fee: $65

Have you had an assessment done by another speech therapist in the last 90 days? This consultation provides a professional review of assessments completed within the last 90 days.

Direct In Home/Caregiver Present Speech Therapy

**4 session and 8 session packages offered at a discount* *

Duration: 1 Hour

Fee: $110 (4 session package - $105 per session, 8 session package $100 per session)

Duration: 30 Minutes

Fee: $55 (8 session package $50 per session)

Individualized speech therapy sessions tailored to your child's specific communication goals. Each session includes direct intervention, parent coaching, and collaborative planning to support skill development outside of therapy. Families will receive guidance, practice activities, and resources to encourage carryover of speech and language skills at home.

Virtual Articulation Therapy (Ages 7 and up)

Duration: 30 Minutes

Fee: $50

Convenient online speech therapy sessions for children, ideal for those ages 7 and older who are working on articulation and speech sound production. Sessions include targeted speech practice, parent education, and strategies to support continued progress between appointments. Families will receive recommendations and activities to reinforce skills at home. Virtual sessions are also offered in the case of vacation or illness in the interest of staying consistent and continued progress.

Speech & Language IEP Support

Duration: 30- 120 Minutes

Fee: $55-220

Navigating the IEP process can feel overwhelming. This consultation is designed to help parents better understand their child's speech and language needs, evaluation results, goals, accommodations, and services within the school setting. Together, we will review relevant documents, discuss questions or concerns, and identify areas to address during upcoming IEP meetings. When requested, attendance at IEP meetings may also be available to provide professional insight and support during discussions regarding your child's communication needs.

Please note: This service provides educational consultation and support. Legal representation is not provided.

Have questions?

  • Yes! I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in California and hold my Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) through ASHA, the national professional organization for speech-language pathologists.

    I have completed specialized training through the NeuroAffirm Therapy Academy, which focuses on neurodiversity affirming and sensory supportive practices. Before becoming an SLP, I worked for five years as an ABA therapist, served as a paraeducator in a moderate/severe special education classroom, and completed training as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA).

  • Every child progresses at a different rate. Progress depends on many factors, including your child's diagnosis, prognosis (their expected potential for improvement), participation during therapy sessions, consistency of attendance, and opportunities to practice skills outside of therapy.

    Children typically make the most progress when families actively support carryover of skills during everyday routines, play, and daily activities. Speech therapy is a team effort, and parent involvement can make a significant difference in outcomes.

  • Sessions can take place in your home, at a park or other public location of your choice within Nipomo, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, or San Luis Obispo, at local child-friendly community spaces such as the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum or the Exploration Discovery Center in Grover Beach.

    Therapy is also available at your child’s preschool, daycare, or private school, pending school approval.

  • Credit Card (3% convenience fee, HSA Card, check, cash, or Zelle.

    I accept private pay only and provide invoices and superbills upon request