Hello!
My name is Esmeralda Sánchez, and I am a bilingual (Spanish–English) Speech-Language Pathologist licensed in Illinois. With over 12 years of experience across early intervention, public schools, and private practice, I specialize in supporting children and adults with diverse communication needs.

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I earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Speech-Language Pathology, Spanish, and Women’s Studies from Saint Xavier University, followed by a Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Indiana University’s nationally ranked speech-language pathology program. During my graduate training, I received specialized training in Spanish–English bilingual speech therapy.

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Recognizing the need for Speech Therapy services within the metropolitan Chicago area, I founded Bilingual and Brilliant Speech Therapy LLC to better serve families throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Therapy is individualized and offered in English, Spanish, or bilingually, depending on each client’s needs.

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Areas of Specialization

Children:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Executive functioning skills (problem solving, organization)

• Late talkers and limited verbal output

• Receptive (comprehension) and Expressive (spoken) language disorders

• Speech sound errors

• Stuttering

• Confidence and self-advocacy skills
   

Adults:

• Cognitive-communication therapy
  (Targeting memory, attention, problem solving, and organization—often impacted by dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or traumatic brain injury)

• Language therapy
  (Supporting individuals with aphasia in understanding language, word-finding, and expressive communication)

• Public speaking coaching
  (Clinically grounded strategies to improve articulation, vocal tone, verbal and nonverbal communication, and confidence for professional and executive presentations)
   

At Bilingual and Brilliant Speech Therapy, my mission is to empower individuals to build confidence and develop lifelong communication skills. I look forward to partnering with you or your family to celebrate and strengthen your brilliance—at any stage of life.