Speech Therapy
Early Intervention Speech Therapy in Huntington Beach & the Inland Empire
At Love 2 Learn, we specialize in helping children ages 1–5 find their voice through playful, purposeful communication support. Our dedicated team of Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and trained support staff are passionate about guiding young children toward essential communication milestones. We provide early intervention speech therapy in our welcoming Huntington Beach clinic and in home settings throughout Orange County. We’re also proud to partner with a sister clinic serving families in Riverside and Corona—extending our reach to even more children who deserve to be heard.
Whether your child is just beginning to use words or needs help with feeding, social interaction, or expressive language, our team offers:
🧠 Developmental Evaluations
🗨️ Direct Speech Therapy
🤝 Parent Consultation & Coaching
👯 Small-Group Social Communication Sessions
All therapy is rooted in evidence-based practices and designed to look and feel like play. From developmentally appropriate toys to structured strategies, our sessions are carefully planned to promote language development, social engagement, and functional communication.
Our SLPs and Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPAs) serve families in both clinic-based settings and the home, with supervision and care aligned to ASHA best practices. We partner closely with caregivers to grow their ability to support communication goals in the natural environments where families live, work, and play.
Our early intervention speech services support growth across key developmental domains:
🗣️ Language Development
🧠 Cognition
💬 Fluency & Articulation
🍎 Feeding & Swallowing
🧸 Play & Social Participation
🛠️ Daily Living & Routines
🎓 Readiness for School & Learning
Meet the Team
Executive and Clinical Leadership
Renee Keisman, MAT, BCBA
Founder & CEO
Ruben Rodriguez, Jr., M.A., BCBA
Clinical Director
Ana Salgado, M.A., BCBA
Director of Clinical Development
Diego Keisman
Director of Revenue and Compliance
June Moetului
Director of Administrative Services
Clinical Expertise
Melanie Ortega, MS, BCBA
Clinical Supervisor
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Melanie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who received her BS in Psychology, with a minor in Chemistry in her home state at the University of New Mexico.
She was first introduced to the field of Behavior Analysis when she took a gorilla lab in 2014. She went on to pursue Optometry, but later reaffirmed her passion for Behavior Analysis when she began working at Love 2 Learn in January 2019. It was then that she realized she had a knack for play-based learning and immediately became a Registered Behavior Technician. Since then, she has been a parent consultant and a clinical supervisor. She graduated from Capella University with an MS in Psychology and a specialization in ABA. She looks forward to mentoring both parents and clients of all ages using evidence-based techniques.
Abigail Ayala, M.E.D., BCBA
Clinical Program Manager
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She received her Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Fullerton State University. After graduation, she was certain she wanted to pursue employment in the helping/service community. She pursued employment opportunities working with children during which she was exposed to the field of behavior analysis.
Simone Joshua, MS BCBA
Associate Clinical Program Manager
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Simone started in the field of ABA as an intern at a company near the University of California, Riverside, where she earned a BA in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience.
She worked as a Behavior Interventionist, Early Childhood Instructor, RBT, Parent Consultant, and Assistant Supervisor. Simone completed her MS in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2022 from National University. She passed the BCBA exam in April 2024 and is thrilled to have achieved this milestone after nine years in the field.
Nothing drives Simone more than seeing her clients make progress with skills they previously found challenging. Witnessing the daily effort lead to success—not just for the clients but also for their families and overall quality of life—keeps her passionate about this field. Simone provides compassionate care to all her clients and offers unwavering support to her teams. She also loves incorporating her acting skills into her work during sessions with children!
Meegan Sheppard, MA BCBA
Associate Clinical Program Manager
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Meegan graduated from Florida Institute of Technology while obtaining her BCBA certification in 2022 while practicing as a Registered Behavior Technician.
She also earned a Masters of Arts in Multi-Categorical Special Education from Saint Xavier University in Chicago in 2015. Meegan has taught individuals in K-21 with a range of disabilities for over seven years. Prior to that Meegan earned a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy in Chicago in 1999 where she spent 16 years practicing pediatric respiratory therapy.
Meegan comes to Love 2 Learn with experience in supervision within the home, school, and community. She takes great pride in ensuring new technicians have adequate training to not only meet but exceed their responsibilities. Meegan enjoys working with caregivers to achieve greater independence for their children. Most importantly, she advocates for clients to provide socially significant changes in their lives.
Meegan has always enjoyed working with kiddos and finds being a Behavior Analyst both rewarding and satisfying. She currently feels like she is exactly where she is supposed to be; working with this diverse population while using science based research to positively impact others. In Meegan’s free time, she enjoys spending time at the beach, hiking, reading, or with her teen daughter, her foster daughter, and her zoo of pets!
Lauren Mindling, MA, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
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After graduating from CSUDH in 2015, Lauren moved to San Luis Obispo and began her career in the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District, supporting students in special education. She and her partner moved back to Los Angeles, where Lauren began work at a pediatric sensory integration clinic. She supported children with neurodevelopmental challenges and gross delays. Lauren went to work for Downey Unified School District in 2018 in the special education department, where she has been ever since. Lauren has felt a strong purpose to help families and clients across their lifespan to feel fulfilled, and empowered, and to succeed in their daily activities. She continues to hold a special place in working with children and their families.
Isabella Nguyen, M.S., SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
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Her play-based and individualized approach ensures therapy sessions are engaging, effective, and tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs. Isabella’s diverse experiences include providing therapy to children with autism, intellectual disabilities, and articulation challenges in school and clinical settings. Bilingual in English and Vietnamese, she is committed to culturally responsive care that builds trust and bridges communication gaps. Isabella combines compassion and precision to make a meaningful difference in the lives of her clients.
Taylor Huggins, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
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From leading speech and feeding therapy in homes, schools, and clinics to supporting AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and sign language users, Taylor is especially passionate about helping non-speaking or minimally verbal children find their voice. Her graduate research focused on echolalia and language development in children with autism using American Sign Language.
Taylor partners closely with parents and educators to create communication breakthroughs—and joyful progress—for every child she serves.
Christina Han, MS, OTR/L
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
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With experience in school-based settings and sensory integration clinics, Christina specializes in fine motor development, sensory integration, and play-based interventions that foster engagement and independence. She works closely with families, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to create individualized therapy plans that make learning both meaningful and fun.
Her passion for working with children began early, volunteering at Karate For All, an occupational therapy-based martial arts program where she taught karate to children with special needs. She also supported Makapo Keiki Krew, an adaptive outrigger canoe paddling program for visually impaired children, reinforcing her commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
Christina believes in making therapy playful and engaging, helping children build confidence and develop lifelong skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. Fluent in English and Vietnamese, she is dedicated to ensuring all children and families receive the support they need to succeed.
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