¡Hola!

​

I’m Esmeralda Sánchez, a bilingual, native Spanish-speaking Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) certified by ASHA and licensed in Illinois. I’m a first-generation Mexican American, a neurodivergent adult, and the proud mother of a bilingual and brilliant two-year-old boy, Elian. My personal journey as a late talker’s mom and advocate for inclusive services inspired my passion for helping individuals of all ages find their voices.

​

With twelve years of experience in early intervention, public schools, and private practice, I specialize in supporting both children’s and adults’ unique communication needs. I earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and Spanish from Saint Xavier University, followed by a Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Indiana University’s nationally ranked STEPS program, where I focused on bilingual therapy. Recognizing the growing need for accessible services, I founded Bilingual and Brilliant Speech Therapy LLC to better serve my community.

​

My practice combines play-based, family-centered approaches for children and evidence-based, functional strategies for adults, while incorporating mindfulness and wellness techniques. I specialize in treating receptive and expressive language disorders, late talking, stuttering, articulation disorders, speech clarity, and post-stroke rehabilitation. Therapy is tailored to each client’s needs and offered in English, Spanish, or both.

​

At Bilingual and Brilliant Speech Therapy, I aim to empower individuals through tools like AAC, storytelling, and real-world practice to build confidence and lifelong communication skills. I look forward to working with you or your family to celebrate and develop your brilliance—at any stage of life!