Our Professional Network

A list of trusted professionals we work with to support your child's speech and language development.

Vetted Referrals…

  • Elaine Hobert
    Elaine is a top educational consultant with extensive experience in private school admissions in Los Angeles. She is a trusted partner, providing invaluable guidance to parents and students on their educational journey.

  • Doctor Caitlin Colvard, MD
    Dr. Caitlin Colvard is a reputable and compassionate pediatrician based in Los Angeles, with over a decade of experience and affiliations to Children's Hospital Los Angeles. She earned her medical degree from the Chicago Medical School and is dedicated to providing exceptional care to children in need. Choose Dr. Colvard for expert pediatric care.

    Doctor Jessie Zak, MD, FAAP
    Dr. Jessie Zak is a board-certified pediatrician who combines traditional and alternative therapies to provide personalized care to families. With extensive training and experience, she takes a global approach to treating each patient at Westside Pediatrics.

    Doctor Lisa Stern, MD, FAAP
    Dr. Lisa Stern is an experienced pediatrician with expertise in preventing flat-head syndrome, gut biome health, and adolescent development. She co-manages children with blood diseases and cancers and is a recognized Super Doctor. Choose Dr. Stern for compassionate and comprehensive care.

    Doctor Lawrence Kagan, MD, FAAP
    Dr. Lawrence Kagan is a highly trained pediatrician, specializing in subspecialty pediatrics and with experience working in the CHLA Emergency Department and Cedars Sinai Urgent Care. He founded Westside Pediatrics, providing exceptional care to children in Los Angeles.Doctor Lisa Stern, MD, FAAP

    Doctor Caryn Cassidy, MD
    Dr. Caryn Cassidy is a UCLA and USC Keck School of Medicine-trained pediatrician, with a passion for helping children. She completed her residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and joined Tenth Street Pediatrics in 2017. Additionally, Dr. Cassidy has participated in medical mission trips to Guatemala and Honduras.

    Doctor Carla Tardio, MD, FAAP
    Dr. Carla Tardio is a General Pediatrics specialist at Tenth Street Pediatrics. She completed her training in Pediatrics at UCLA Medical School, where she was Chief Resident in Pediatrics. Dr. Tardio is passionate about providing high-quality primary care and helping children grow into healthy adults.

    Doctor Rebecca DiMundo, MD, FAAP
    Dr. DiMundo is a board-certified pediatrician and owner of her practice, Morningside Pediatrics, specializing in family-focused care for children from infancy to adolescence. She received her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed an internship and residency at Women's and Children's Hospital of Los Angeles County.

    Doctor Jenna Roberts, MD, FAAP
    Dr. Jenna Roberts is a pediatrician with over 10 years of experience. She received her medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Roberts is a member of the Los Angeles Pediatric Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics, and is on staff at St. John's Health Center and UCLA/Santa Monica Medical Center. She joined Morningside Pediatrics in 2013 and is active in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents.

  • Courtney Duckworth, OT
    Courtney is the visionary founder of Kinder Clinic - a state-of-the-art pediatric occupational therapy clinic passionately dedicated to supporting children's growth and development. With a focus on sensory integration, gross and fine motor skills, and social-emotional wellbeing, Kinder Clinic is at the forefront of providing compassionate care to those affected by delays in these critical areas. Located in the vibrant heart of West Los Angeles, Courtney and her team are committed to providing top-notch, personalized treatment to help children thrive and reach their full potential.

  • Nora Bachman
    Nora Bachman, DPT, is a compassionate pediatric physical therapist with extensive experience in outpatient clinics, early intervention, and hospital settings. She specializes in recommending and making adjustments to equipment, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and supervising OTs and PTs. Nora is committed to providing personalized care to help children reach their full potential and has a passion for working with families, daycare providers, and teachers. As a patient herself, Nora understands the challenges that come with injury and recovery and is dedicated to providing top-notch care to children in order to help them thrive.

  • Trombetta Education
    Shanna Trombetta is a certified Educational Therapist with over 10 years of teaching experience. She holds a Masters in Educational Psychology and B.A. in Special Education/Psychology from Marist College, and is certified through UC Riverside. Shanna has extensive training with Orton-Gillingham, Lively Letters, Fundations, Singapore Math, and Learning Without Tears.

    Summit Learning
    Hannah Ross is an educational therapist and founder of Summit Learning. She is Orton-Gillingham trained and specializes in working with students facing challenges. Hannah believes that all students can learn and succeed when given individualized support. She is committed to making learning fun, engaging, and accessible for all and currently serves as vice-president of the International Dyslexia Association of Los Angeles.

    Grow, Learn, Expand
    Elizabeth Norwood is an experienced Educational Therapist and founder of Grow, Learn, Expand. She focuses on addressing children's academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs to empower them for success. Elizabeth's child-centered approach and ability to attune to children's needs set her apart. She aims to teach children techniques and strategies for success, resulting in meaningful and enriching lives.

  • Doctor Chelsea Pinto
    Dr. Chelsea Pinto specializes in tongue and lip tie treatment for babies with oral restrictions. She earned her DDS degree from USC and has successfully treated thousands of babies, prioritizing individualized and compassionate care. Dr. Pinto provides parents with tools and knowledge to support their child's oral motor skills and offers appropriate therapeutic and feeding support referrals.