Giving Light To Your Child's Unique Voice
Our Therapy Services
We provide individualized assessment and treatment plans tailored to each child's unique personality and developmental needs.
We Accept Insurance
We are dedicated to making quality speech and literacy therapy accessible for families. We currenty accept the following insurance plans:
Medicaid / Denali Kid Care
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
Meet Your Therapist
Kristin Wetzel, MS, CCC-SLP
Kristin is a clinically licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, who graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a Master’s degree in communication sciences and disorders and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.
With over a decade in the field of speech therapy, Kristin has acquired many hours of continuing education and real-life application of effective evidence-based treatment approaches designed to remediate communication based disorders- like dyslexia- as well as oral motor dysfunction and pediatric feeding disorders. Her qualifications include:
- Completed the graduate-level course Screening for Dyslexia with Susan Barton, creator of the Barton Reading and Spelling System.
- Taught numerous children to read and write in ways that match how their brains learn, helping them confidently navigate written language.
- Certified Integrative Breathing Practitioner (IBT), using this training to promote functional breathing in the pediatric population.
- Completed Feed the Peds training with Hallie Bulkin, MA, CCC-SLP, QOM, COM.
- Completed Orofacial Myofunctional Training through Neo-Health Services.
- Completed TalkTools trainings, including Feeding Therapy: A Sensory Motor Approach with Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP, and 3-Part Treatment Plan for OPT™ with Sara Rosenfeld-Johnson, MS, CCC-SLP.
With a heart for helping little voices grow, Kristin believes therapy works best when children are provided with a safe and supportive learning environment. Whether working on a first word or complex literacy skills, Kristin is dedicated to empowering your child to shine.
About Light On Speech & Literacy LLC
We are a warm, child-centered speech and literacy clinic dedicated to illuminating the path to confident communication for every child.
Light On Speech & Literacy was founded on the belief that children can thrive when they feel safe, seen, and encouraged. Our story began with a mission to bridge the gap between traditional speech therapy and specialized literacy support. We understand the unique challenges families face and strive to create an environment where progress is fueled by multi-sensory learning and curiosity, ensuring that every child has the tools they need to shine at home, in school, and in their community.
What We Value
- Empowerment: We help children build confidence in their written and verbal communication abilities so they can express themselves, advocate for their needs, and confidently interact with people and the world around them.
- Creativity: We design therapy that taps into each child's unique strengths, interests, and learning style, using playful, creative activities so practice feels meaningful, motivating and fun.
- Family Partnership: We view parents and caregivers as essential members of the therapy team, offering education and practice strategies so they feel supported while helping their children make progress at home.
- Multi-Sensory Learning: We use visual, auditory, and hands-on activities, helping each child's brain light up and make new connections leading to skill development.
- Reliability: We provide consistent, dependable care by showing up prepared and tailoring your child's treatment plan to fit their needs each session.
Let's Start the Journey
We are here to support your child's unique journey. Reach out to schedule an evaluation and discuss how we can work together to meet your family's developmental goals.
Call with questions or to schedule an evaluation