Personalized speech, literacy, language, social skills, and executive function therapy for children, teens, and adults — in Brentwood or online anywhere in California.
A former NASA engineer brings rare scientific rigor — precise goal-setting and data-informed decisions at every step.
Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and Certified ADHD Professional (ADHD-CCSP).
Every approach is grounded in proven research, including Social Thinking frameworks and multisensory literacy programs.
Dedicated parent and caregiver coaching is built into every treatment plan, extending therapy impact beyond each session.
In-person at the Brentwood clinic plus teletherapy for all California residents — expert care on your schedule.
Services for individuals of all ages who may be navigating delays, disorders, or challenges — offered in-person in Brentwood or online anywhere in California.
Multisensory, evidence-based literacy therapy targets the underlying language skills that drive reading, writing, and spelling — helping clients break through dyslexia and language-based learning challenges.
Whether it's unclear articulation, a stutter, or vocal challenges, tailored therapy improves speech clarity, fluency, and communication confidence.
Individualized receptive and expressive language therapy improves comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and verbal expression using motivating, age-appropriate activities.
Using Social Thinking frameworks, therapy builds social-cognitive skills needed to navigate relationships, read social cues, and thrive at home, school, and work.
Targeted strategies support planning, organization, attention, and self-regulation — empowering clients to become more independent in academic, personal, and professional life.
Formal and informal evaluations pinpoint each client's unique strengths and challenges, forming the precise foundation for a personalized treatment plan. Both in-person and online evaluation options available.
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Former NASA Engineer
Data-driven analytical approach
ASDCS & ADHD-CCSP Certified
Advanced specialist credentials
Social Thinking Certified
Vocabulary & Strategies Training
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Brentwood Speech Therapy is a private practice rooted in a simple belief: every person deserves communication skills that open doors. Located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, the practice serves clients of all ages — children, teens, and adults — navigating challenges with speech, language, literacy, social skills, or executive functioning.
Founder Katia Zarnegar, M.S., CCC-SLP, brings a background unlike any other in the field. Before becoming a speech-language pathologist, Katia was a NASA engineer — and that analytical, problem-solving mindset shapes everything she does. She takes a data-driven approach to evaluation and treatment, setting measurable goals and tracking progress with precision so clients and families can see real, meaningful results at every step.
Katia's journey through parenthood has deepened her ability to connect with families on a deeply personal level. Every client receives a customized plan, dedicated rapport-building, and a safe, encouraging space to learn and grow.
Advanced Training & Certifications
Katia brings a background unlike any other in the field — a former NASA engineer who applies data-driven methods to evaluate, track, and accelerate every client's progress.
Every intervention is grounded in research-proven approaches, ensuring your therapy plan is built on what actually works — not guesswork.
Dedicated caregiver coaching time is woven into every plan, equipping families with strategies to reinforce skills at home for faster, lasting results.
Visit the welcoming Brentwood home clinic or access therapy from anywhere in California through secure, convenient teletherapy.
From toddlers to adults, Brentwood Speech serves clients at every stage of life with individualized, age-appropriate care.
Social skills group therapy provides real-world practice opportunities alongside the focused attention of individual sessions.
The path to meaningful progress starts with a single conversation. Here's how easy it is to get started.
Reach out to schedule a no-cost consultation where Katia listens to your concerns, answers your questions, and explains exactly how her services can help.
Participate in a formal or informal evaluation that clarifies your or your child's support needs and forms the foundation of a targeted, individualized treatment plan.
Start attending sessions scheduled at a time, format, and frequency designed to deliver measurable, quick, and lasting progress toward your goals.
Brentwood Speech Therapy serves clients at every stage of life — from young children to teens and adults. Therapy is always individualized to the client's age, goals, and unique challenges.
Yes. Teletherapy is available to all California residents, making it easy to access high-quality care from home. In-person sessions are available at the welcoming home clinic in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles.
Absolutely. Speech-language pathologists are uniquely qualified to treat dyslexia because reading, writing, and spelling are built on oral language foundations. Evidence-based, multisensory literacy therapy addresses the underlying language challenges that cause reading difficulties.
Parent coaching provides caregivers with specific, practical strategies to reinforce therapy skills at home between sessions. This consistency is one of the most powerful factors in accelerating and sustaining a child's progress.
Yes. Katia holds certifications as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and a Certified ADHD Professional (ADHD-CCSP), enabling her to provide specialized, evidence-based support for clients with these diagnoses.
Social Thinking is a research-based framework that helps individuals understand the social world — including how to read social cues, take others' perspectives, and navigate relationships across home, school, and work environments.
Yes. Group therapy for social skills gives clients structured, real-world practice opportunities alongside peers in a supportive setting, complementing the focused work done in individual sessions.
Simply call or email to schedule your free phone consultation. Katia will discuss your concerns, walk you through the process, and help you determine the best path forward for you or your child.
Start with a free phone consultation. Katia will listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and help you determine the best path forward — no pressure, no commitment.
Call for a free consultation
(424) 334-1552
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BrentwoodSpeech@gmail.com
Location
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA