--- title: "Speech and language therapy services at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter’s speech therapy offers specialized personalized treatment to help improve speech, language, and communication skills for patients of all ages." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/speech-and-language-therapy" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Speech and language therapy # Speech and language therapy Our speech and language pathologists provide personalized assessments and treatments to help you improve your communication skills. [Find a speech therapist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Speech+Pathologist%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a Referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? Having speech, hearing and communication problems can be frustrating for you and your loved ones. Our speech and language specialists are skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating adults and children with a variety of communication challenges. We provide a range of treatments, including physical strengthening exercises, vocal drills and audio-visual aids. Our rehabilitation centers are certified by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities for meeting the highest industry standards of excellence. ## By the numbers ### 40+ neurology studies are bringing you care advancements for a full range of complex neurological disorders. ### 6 Sutter hospitals are recognized as high-performing hospitals for stroke care by U.S. News & World Report. ### 95% of Sutter patients surveyed say they were satisfied with their rehabilitation program. ### 1 in 100 Americans receive their healthcare from Sutter. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - [Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis-als) - Cerebrovascular accident - Cognitive Changes - Cognitive Issues - Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - Dysphagia - Guillain Barre Syndrome - Hearing problems - [Multiple sclerosis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/multiple-sclerosis) - [Neurological Diseases](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neurology) - [Parkinson's disease](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/parkinsons-tremor-and-movement-disorder-care) - Speech disorder - Voice disorders ## Treatments - [Audiology consultation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/audiology) - Breathing therapy - Cognitive reorganization therapy - Strength training ## Awards and accreditations [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Speech+and+language+therapy%22%5D%7D%5D) U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Nursing Homes [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Speech+and+language+therapy%22%5D%7D%5D) ## Sutter spotlight Page ### [Stroke: signs, prevention and care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/stroke-signs-risks) Learn about stroke prevention, warning signs of stroke and Sutter Health’s award-winning stroke care options across Northern California and the Central Coast. Health & wellness ### [A Parent’s Guide to Concussions](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/parents-guide-to-concussions) Here’s what you need to know if your child suffers a blow to the head. Health & wellness ### [New Reasons to Use Hearing Aids](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/hearing-aids) Learn about today’s digital hearing aids, and get tips on buying and using them. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Support Group ### [Dementia Caregivers Support Group - Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/69277bd2a98c7b70b11045d5/) Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Build a support system with people who understand. - Class ### [Managing Menopause (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a750bbbaa8d303b3e6cec4f/) Tuesday, December 1, 2026 Join Lorena Hillman, M.D., to learn about menopause and perimenopause and the holistic strategies that can help with symptoms that arise, including insomnia, hot flashes, and fatigue. - Class ### [Ayurveda for Insomnia (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a91cbde93564e6106f46f94/) Thursday, November 5, 2026 Aparna Dandekar, DO, draws from her knowledge as an Ayurvedic specialist to help people who struggle with insomnia using an easy-to-understand approach. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Brain+health+and+memory%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Speech and language therapy for communication skills Work with Sutter specialists to build speech, language and communication skills through personalized therapy. 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