Dr. Carla Kekejian offers comprehensive speech and language assessments using advanced tools, procedures, and protocols to accurately evaluate your child’s communication skills. Each assessment provides a thorough understanding of your child’s unique strengths and challenges in speech, language, and cognitive communication. Dr. Kekejian takes a holistic approach, considering not only communication abilities but also social, emotional, and educational contexts to ensure a well-rounded and personalized evaluation. Families receive clear actionable recommendations to guide the next steps in therapy and support.
At SoCal Speech-Language Therapy, we are proud to offer PEERS® for Adolescents, an evidence-based social skills program developed at UCLA. This program is designed for neurodivergent teens who want to build and maintain friendships, navigate social challenges, and communicate with greater confidence.
Led by Dr. Carla Kekejian, a UCLA-certified PEERS® provider and licensed speech-language pathologist, the group empowers adolescents to form meaningful relationships and enhance their social communication skills in a supportive, structured environment.
Navigating the IEP process can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding your child’s speech, language, and communication needs. At SoCal Speech-Language Therapy, Dr. Carla Kekejian partners with families to demystify the process and ensure children receive the support they need to thrive at school.
With deep expertise in both clinical and school-based settings, Dr. Kekejian provides clear guidance on interpreting assessment reports, identifying meaningful goals, and advocating for individualized services. She works closely with families and educational teams to make sure every IEP reflects the child’s strengths and addresses their communication challenges effectively.
Dr. Carla Kekejian offers specialized consulting across industries that intersect with speech-language development, communication accessibility, and child-centered design. With a background in speech-language pathology, education, and neurodiversity-informed practice, she helps organizations create inclusive, effective, and developmentally appropriate experiences for diverse learners and users.
Whether partnering with tech companies, creative teams, educators, or families, Dr. Kekejian grounds her recommendations in research, clinical expertise, and a deep understanding of communication needs across the lifespan.
Dr. Carla Kekejian offers engaging workshops, professional trainings, and academic presentations that promote inclusive, evidence-based practices in speech-language development. Drawing on her expertise in speech-language pathology, education, and psychology, she provides valuable insight for educators, parents, clinicians, and professionals across disciplines.
