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Word Finding
Strategies that help kids retrieve the words they know, right when they need them.
Individualized, evidence-based therapy that meets your child where they are.
Free 15-minute consultation · No waitlists · In-home & teletherapy
I'm Alyssa Pitts, M.S. CCC-SLP, a licensed speech-language pathologist helping children across San Diego find their voice through play.
Every child is different. Therapy is tailored to their goals, interests, and pace.
Strategies that help kids retrieve the words they know, right when they need them.
Motor-based approaches (DTTC, ReST) for planning and sequencing sounds.
Clear, confident speech sounds practiced through games and real conversation.
Untangling sound patterns so speech becomes easier to understand.
Building sentences that grow from single words into rich, complete ideas.
Natural, play-based support for children building expressive and receptive language.
I'm a California-licensed speech-language pathologist with a master's degree from Vanderbilt University and a bachelor's from San Diego State University. I specialize in a range of speech and language disorders through play-based, individualized sessions.
I deliver high quality, specialized strategies directly, without any middle man. I value the 1:1 connection with each client and their family. From my previous years of experience working in an elementary school and a clinic, I've learned that play-based sessions are the most effective. I incorporate my love for play and silliness into each session, finding which approach works best for each individual.
Speech-Language Pathology is a constantly evolving field. Staying in touch with the latest research is critical.
I am trained in DTTC (Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing) and ReST (Rapid Syllable Transition Training), as well as the principles of motor learning for Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), Gestalt/Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) for autism, and both the Complexity Approach and Cycles for phonological disorders. I keep up to date with continuing education and the latest research in the field.
"I'm really impressed with how naturally she is able to incorporate the sounds we are practicing. Our daughter actually looks forward to her visits."
Parent R
"Our son has truly blossomed in his ability to communicate. Ms. Alyssa brings enthusiasm and expertise to every session."
Parent N
"Alyssa has been working with my 5-year-old niece for several months and we quickly noticed a difference in her speech!"
Parent B
"She is extremely engaging and playful, willing to go swimming or jump on a trampoline for an hour if that is what engages him."
Parent D
"Her gentle and understanding approach taught him how to use his words to communicate."
Parent T
"We've noticed a big improvement in her articulation, and she looks forward to having fun in her session."
Parent C
"Our daughter went from sounding out one-syllable words to speaking full sentences."
Parent J
In-person around San Diego, or over telehealth anywhere in California.
In-person sessions may be at the client's home, in a park, or in a library. I enjoy finding functional ways to communicate during your everyday life!
Available in these San Diego zip codes:
92130 · 92121 · 92122 · 92014 · 92037 · 92039 · 92075 · 92024
For clients living outside my travel radius, I offer telehealth services across California. Working solely on telehealth for a portion of the pandemic, I got to see how surprisingly effective online sessions were.
Even my youngest clients are able to engage and learn effectively. I use a variety of motivating strategies to find what works for each individual.
Prefer email? alyssa@leapspeechandlanguagetherapy.com