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Talking Turtles Speech Therapy

Speech-Language Pathologist
19 Years of Experience
Immediate Availability
  • 5.00
    (4 reviews)
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  • Office:1860 Howe Ave, Suite 260| Sacramento, CA95825
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Introduction

I’m Alina, a dedicated pediatric speech-language pathologist based in Sacramento, passionate about helping young children build strong communication skills through a play-based, strengths-focused approach. With over 19 years of experience across clinical and school settings, I bring expertise in evaluating and treating a wide range of speech and language challenges, including articulation disorders, language delays, fluency difficulties, and social-pragmatic deficits. Grounded in evidence-based practices, I create personalized therapy plans designed to support each child's unique journey, ensuring meaningful progress and greater confidence in communication. My greatest joy comes from empowering children and their families, fostering connections that enhance both communication and overall quality of life. When I’m not in therapy sessions, you’ll often find me hiking scenic trails, practicing hot yoga, or spending quality time with my family.

What words would you use to describe yourself?

Compassionate
Playful
Dedicated
Compassionate: I truly care about each child’s unique journey and strive to create a safe, supportive space where they feel heard and valued. Every child has their own strengths, and I love celebrating their progress while empowering families along the way. Playful: I believe that learning happens best through fun, engaging activities tailored to each child’s interests. Whether it’s through imaginative play, movement, or hands-on exploration, I make sure therapy feels exciting and rewarding. Dedicated: I am deeply committed to helping children and families succeed. I’m always learning, adapting, and collaborating to ensure the best possible outcomes, and I take pride in providing therapy that is not only effective but also meaningful for each child’s daily life.

Who are you best positioned to serve?

I am best positioned to support children, young adults, and adults in developing clear, confident communication. With expertise in speech sound disorders, language delays, and fluency challenges, I tailor therapy to each individual's unique needs. My approach blends evidence-based strategies with engaging, play-based techniques for younger clients, while providing practical, functional support for older individuals. Whether improving speech clarity, expanding language skills, or building fluency, I am committed to making therapy effective, enjoyable, and empowering. I also equip families with the tools to support communication growth beyond our sessions.

Insurances Accepted

UnitedHealthcare CA
UnitedHealthcare CA
UnitedHealthcare - UMR
UnitedHealthcare - UMR
United Healthcare - Surest
United Healthcare - Surest
Anthem Blue Cross CA
Anthem Blue Cross CA
Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California
Cigna CA
Cigna CA
Tricare
Tricare
Alta California Regional Center
Alta California Regional Center

Care Settings

Office
Virtual
  • Office Address:

    1860 Howe Ave, Suite 260 | Sacramento, CA 95825

  • States Served:

    California

Specialties

AAC & Assistive Communication
Apraxia
Aphasia & Neurogenic Communication Disorders
Autism
Early Intervention
Fluency (Stuttering & Cluttering Therapy)
Gestalt Language Processing
Hearing Loss & Auditory Therapy
Learning Disabilities
Receptive & Expressive Language Disorders
Social-Pragmatic Communication
Speech Sound Disorders
Voice & Vocal Health Disorders

More Information

  • Ages served:

    2-25

  • Languages:

    English, Russian

  • Services:

    Speech Therapy

  • Certifications:

    CCC-SLP

  • License Type:

    Speech-Language Pathology

  • License Number:

    16120

  • Gender:

    Female

  • Phone:

    916-757-5112

  • Email:

    talkingturtlesspeech@gmail.com

  • Website:

    talkingturtlesspeech.com

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    5.00
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    Alina did a wonderful job with my 4 year old son. I took him there for only a few months and in that short amount of time his vocal abilities were vastly improved and his confidence was also improved. My son is now in public school and he's doing amazing. Alina was a significant figure in getting him ready for school and I attribute a large portion of his success to her hard work. Thank you very much!
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    DanielChild age: 4 years old
    September 4, 2025
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    We’ve had a wonderful experience with Talking Turtles Speech and Ms. Alina! She worked with my child for three years, and the progress has been amazing. When we first started, my child was non-verbal and couldn’t tell us what he wanted or needed. Now, he is talking in full sentences and can share his thoughts and ideas clearly. Because he can talk now, his behavior has also improved a lot. He’s less frustrated and much happier. It’s made such a big difference in our home and in how we connect with him. Ms. Alina is kind, patient, and really good at what she does. She made speech therapy fun and helped my child feel comfortable and excited to learn. She also helped us as parents by teaching us how to support him at home. We are so thankful for Ms. Alina and Talking Turtles Speech. I highly recommend them to any family looking for caring and professional speech therapy.
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    AmyChild age: 6 years old
    July 22, 2025
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    We are so happy we found Ms.Alina! Our daughter worked with Ms. Alina for over two years. When she started, she had a very limited vocabulary and struggled to put words together. Now, she is speaking in clear, complete sentences and is able to express herself. We really appreciated was how easy it was to schedule sessions. We were able to set up weekly sessions that worked with our routine, and everything ran smoothly from the beginning. Ms. Alina was patient, kind, and always found ways to make each session fun and engaging. Our daughter looked forward to seeing her every week! She built a strong connection with her and really helped build her confidence. She explained what they were working on and gave us tips to help at home. It truly felt like a team effort. We highly recommend Ms. Alina to any family looking for a caring and skilled speech therapist!
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    Sergey
    July 22, 2025
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    Alina is very good at setting goals! She's honest with parents and collaborates well with them. She has a very strong work ethic. Most of her clients stay with her for a long time! I would recommend her as a thearpist.
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    Bonnie
    June 30, 2025

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