Speech Bananas

Speech Bananas is a speech therapist in Seal Beach, California, specializing in speech, language, and auditory verbal therapy for children and adults with hearing loss, cochlear implants, hearing aids, autism spectrum disorder, language delays, articulation disorders, and fluency issues. The practice serves infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and adolescents across Southern California, offering comprehensive assessments, individualized therapy plans, and family-centered support. With a 4.40 rating based on client feedback, Speech Bananas is recognized for its compassionate, effective, and engaging approach to communication development.

Located at 5122 Katella Ave #210, Speech Bananas is led by Jenny Reeder, a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist (LSLS, Cert. AVT), who holds credentials from the American Speech and Hearing Association and the California and Hawaii licensing boards. The practice emphasizes parent involvement, training caregivers as active participants in therapy to ensure skill carryover throughout daily routines. Therapists are trained in evidence-based methods including Hanen’s It Takes Two to Talk, PROMPT for speech motor planning, and auditory verbal principles. Services include listening and spoken language development, speech production therapy, language acquisition support, fluency intervention, literacy development, and mainstream school inclusion strategies.

Speech Bananas is a certified nonpublic agency by the California Department of Education and an authorized health insurance provider. The practice is known for its deep commitment to early intervention, family empowerment, and individualized treatment, with a strong emphasis on helping children reach their full communicative potential through consistent, guided support at home and in therapy.

With a clean, well-structured website and consistently documented information available online, Speech Bananas stands out for its transparency and professionalism in the field of pediatric speech and hearing therapy. The practice continues to be a trusted resource in Seal Beach and surrounding communities for families navigating hearing and communication challenges.