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Vanessa Castillo, M.A., CCC-SLP

Name: Vanessa Castillo, M.A., CCC-SLP
Address: Bakersfield, CA, 93314, US
Telephone: (661) 241-3905
Rating: 5

Speech-Language Pathologist

Speaks Spanish

Immediate Availability

5.00
(3 reviews)
Insurances:
In-home:
Specialties:

Introduction

Hi, I'm Vanessa Castillo, a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist serving children ages 0–13 in Bakersfield, California. I use a play-based approach to help children build communication skills in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way.

My areas of expertise include early intervention, speech sound disorders, and family collaboration. I am passionate about helping children communicate with confidence while empowering families with strategies to support communication at home and in everyday life.

Families often describe me as funny, passionate, and reliable. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time at the beach with my husband and two daughters.

What words would you use to describe yourself?

engaging

funny

motivated

I chose the words engaging, funny, and motivated because they reflect how I connect with children and families. I strive to make therapy enjoyable and meaningful by creating activities that keep children interested and excited to participate. My sense of humor helps build rapport and creates a positive environment where children feel comfortable taking risks and learning new skills. I am also highly motivated to help each child reach their communication goals and to collaborate with families, ensuring they feel supported and empowered throughout the therapy process.

Who are you best positioned to serve?

I am best positioned to serve young children and their families who are seeking support with communication development, speech sound production, and early language skills. I especially enjoy working with families who are trying to better understand their child's unique communication style and want practical strategies to support communication at home. As a bilingual provider, I am also passionate about partnering with bilingual families and helping them navigate communication development while honoring and supporting the languages spoken in their home. My approach is collaborative, family-centered, and tailored to each child's individual strengths and needs.

Insurances Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross CA

Blue Shield of California

Cigna CA

United Healthcare - Surest

UnitedHealthcare - UMR

UnitedHealthcare CA

Kern Regional Center

Care Settings

In-Home

Virtual

Cities Served:
Bakersfield, Shafter, Delano, Wasco
States Served:
California

Specialties

Early Intervention

Social-Pragmatic Communication

Receptive & Expressive Language Disorders

Speech Sound Disorders

Bilingual Language Development

Autism

Apraxia

AAC & Assistive Communication

Gestalt Language Processing

Learning Disabilities

More Information

Ages served:

0-13

Languages:

English, Spanish

Services:

Speech Therapy

Education:

Associate of Science (A.S.) Taft College | Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) California State University, Fresno | Master's Degree (M.A.) California State University, Fresno

Certifications:

CCC-SLP

License Type:

Speech-Language Pathology

License Number:

SP 27014

Availability:

8:30am-6pm

Gender:

Female

Phone:

(661) 241-3905

Email:

vanessacastilloslp@gmail.com

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