Sonali – I drove Obi to day care for the first time since I had the baby yesterday. Prior to that, I had gotten used to driving her very silently, or I would talk or sing to her with no response. Yesterday, was quite a pleasant surprise. Obi talked the whole way and I could make out many words in what she was saying. I begged you to increase the weekly classes, because everyone in my household notices a significant improvement, after every session. It is truly amazing to see. As Obi’s speech has improved, we have also seen her self confidence improve. Her teachers are pleased to report that she is now confidently interacting and communicating with her friends at School. My family is also very grateful for your focus, dedication and commitment to her success and growth. We are thrilled with the “homework” that you often leave, giving the whole family an opportunity to support her. You have given us so many resources, books, online programs etc. Finally, you have been a consumate professional, always timely, patient and affectionate with our child. We are blessed to have found you and continue to say, thank you!
- Vivian Obiamalu, Esq., Diamond Bar CA

Our son is 14. He has High-Functioning Autism. He was diagnosed with Severe Expressive Language Delay back when he was around 3-and-a-half. Since then, we’ve had him in speech therapy – both through school and privately – but he made no significant progress. We discovered several years ago that he has limited tongue mobility [he can’t lift it] – so he can’t produce certain sounds. In our never-ending hunt for ‘the right person’ we stumbled upon PROMPT speech therapy. We were given Sonali’s name as a PROMPT-trained therapist in our area and the rest is wonderful history. “Hooway for Wodney Wat” is now just a favorite book and not the story of our lives. It has been only 12 sessions, but our son’s tongue is lifting. His /r/’s don’t sound like /w/’s. All thanks to Sonali. She is smart, professional, creative and we highly recommend Sonali to any parent looking for results. Her can-do attitude is refreshing. We really love the way she personalizes his sessions; she knows what he’s interested in and she thoughtfully works it into his sessions. A very nice touch! She is simply amazing. Sonali Shah is definitely ‘the right person’ to make a difference for our son.
- Mike & Debora, Santa Ana CA

My daughter was diagnosed with a profound phonological disorder at 3 years old. We came to Sonali after a frustrating and discouraging experience with another therapist. I find Sonali to be extremely knowledgeable about current techniques and methods that are used to help children with language deficits. She always puts a great deal of thought and care into planning each weekly session. But just as important, Sonali understands that therapy for little ones needs to be fun if it is to be successful. My normally cautious daughter immediately took to Sonali’s warmth and friendliness. She once dreaded therapy, and now she looks forward to seeing what new toy or game Sonali will share with her. My daughter’s speech has improved dramatically in a relatively short time. I feel blessed to have found such an insightful therapist as Sonali.
Thank You, Sonali!
- Andreana L, Aliso Viejo CA

Sonali is a wonderful speech pathologist. She is very professional in every way, plus she has a real talent for working with children. My daughter showed improvement after her first lesson and has steadily improved ever since. Sonali is also friendly, nice and prompt. I highly recommend her in every way and I trust her 100% with my daughter’s speech condition.
- Stefany C, Irvine CA

My son, now an adult, is diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Asperger Autism and has a history of significant speech delay. He hardly speaks. His challenge is getting words out; he then pauses between words, and quitely mumbles, making it very difficult to understand him. After years of speech therapy without progress, we are pleased to have Sonali working with my son. Sonali’s methods of coaching and therapy have greatly improved my son’s speech within a few months. My son responds to her professionalism, enthusiasm, energy and creativity. One day, after her session, he actually said “That was GOOD”, and he is a tough critic! Thank you Sonali! You are truly God-sent.
- Susan J, Orange CA

Ms. Shah was so kind, gentle and nurturing to our son. He actually looked forward to speech therapy and did not realize the playing he was doing was therapy. We received easy to do homework assignments that consisted of blowing bubbles, oral motor exercises with licorice and making music on horns, all things that did not require a battle! Ms. Shah was effective in her treatment and we couldn’t have been more pleased.
- Jaimie H, parent of visually impaired child, Tustin CA