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Family-centered speech therapy in Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Welcome to Petite Pals!

If you’re here, you might be concerned that your child isn’t talking as much as expected, is hard to understand, or seems easily frustrated trying to communicate... you’re not alone—and your concerns are valid.

Hi, I'm Melissa - a bilingual English/Spanish pediatric speech therapist, mom of 2 and outdoor/travel enthusiast. I have been a pediatric speech therapist for 8 years and I love supporting children ages 0–5 with:

  • Late talking

  • Unclear speech

  • Early onset of stuttering

  • Communication differences related to autism

 

My therapy is play-based, engaging therapy that helps children feel safe and understood. I provide therapy in your child's most natural environment - at home or daycare/preschool. I prioritize connection, strive to make sessions feel fun and meaningful, and will teach you how to support your child's communication at home.

 

You don’t have to “wait and see.”
You don’t have to navigate this alone.
Support is here—and early help can make a difference.

Click here to schedule a consultation/learn more!

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Family-Centered

Evidence-Based

Connection-Driven

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Free Consultations

Comprehensive Evaluations

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Individual 1:1 Therapy

Meet the Owner

Melissa Castelblanco-Colón M.S., CCC-SLP

Owner | Speech-Language Pathologist

Melissa is a NYS licensed ASHA certified bilingual (Spanish/English) pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist with a strong foundation in education. After earning her Master’s in Teaching from the University of Washington, she discovered her true calling in speech therapy. This led her to pursue a second Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Pacific University in Portland, OR.

With over eight years of experience in both private practice and nonprofit settings, Melissa specializes in early intervention and preschool (ages 0-5) treating language delays, speech sound disorders, preschool stuttering, and supporting bilingual children with communication challenges. She is deeply committed to helping young children develop the communication skills they need to thrive and succeed.

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"Our son has benefited so much from working with Melissa as his speech therapist. In just a few months, his ability to be understood by us and by others has skyrocketed! He is so attentive and responsive to her and I believe it's because she is incredibly kind, uses fun activities and games to foster learning, and offers a lot of support and encouragement. As a parent, I've also felt supported by Melisssa as she has given us greater insights into our son's struggles and practical ideas on how we can reinforce his language development. All that to say, working with Melissa has been an all around wonderful experience that I would recommend to anyone!"

-Lindsy, Parent

Kind Words

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Have questions?

Schedule a Consultation

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Mobile Services: In-home, preschools &

daycares.

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*Private Pay 
*Independent contracting through Monroe County for PSE services

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