Pediatric Speech & Occupational Therapy

Helping every child find their voice, their confidence, and their way forward.

CSLL provides warm, evidence-based pediatric speech therapy, occupational therapy, and autism services — guided by licensed specialists who treat your child like family, in a clinic built around play, patience, and real progress.
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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologists & Occupational Therapists on staff
15+
Years Serving
Families
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A real CSLL therapy session
Welcome to CSLL
For over fifteen years, families across Minnesota have trusted CSLL to guide their children through speech, language, and developmental milestones. Our team of licensed speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists builds individualized plans rooted in play, patience, and proven clinical methods, because every child communicates and grows in their own way, and every family deserves a partner who listens.
From a toddler’s first words to a school-age child’s handwriting and focus, our clinicians look at the whole picture. We combine structured, evidence-based techniques with genuine warmth, so therapy never feels clinical or cold. Parents are welcomed into every step of the process, from the first evaluation through every milestone that follows.
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Licensed Specialists
ASHA-certified SLPs & OTs
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Individualized Plans
Care built around your child
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Insurance Accepted
Major plans & EIDBI
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Family-Centered
Parents included every step
Why CSLL

Why Families Choose CSLL

A pediatric therapy clinic built on clinical expertise and genuine warmth, where children learn best because they feel safe first.
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Evidence-Based Therapy

Every plan is grounded in current pediatric research and outcome tracking, so progress is measurable, not guesswork.
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Compassionate, Child-Led Care

Sessions are playful and paced to your child, building trust before targeting skills, therapy that genuinely feels like play.
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Parents as Partners

You’re coached alongside your child with home strategies, progress updates, and open communication at every visit.
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Comprehensive Evaluations

Clear, thorough assessments identify exactly where your child is, and exactly what will help them move forward with confidence.
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Early Intervention Focus

We prioritize early support during the developmental windows when therapy has the greatest, most lasting impact.
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Connected Care Team

Our specialists collaborate across disciplines and with your child’s school or pediatrician for consistent, joined-up support.
What We Offer

Our Core Therapy Services

Specialized pediatric care, all in one trusted clinic, so your family never has to piece support together on your own.
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Speech Therapy

Support for articulation, language delays, fluency, and social communication from a licensed speech-language pathologist.
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Occupational Therapy

Building fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and everyday independence through guided, playful sessions.
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Comprehensive Evaluations

In-depth speech, language, and developmental assessments that give you clarity and a personalized care roadmap.
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Autism (EIDBI) Services

Individualized autism support through Minnesota’s EIDBI benefit, focused on communication, behavior, and daily skills.
How It Works

Your Child’s Therapy Journey

A clear, guided path from first call to lasting progress, so you always know what comes next.
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Initial Consultation

We learn about your child’s strengths, concerns, and goals in a relaxed introductory call.
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Evaluation

A comprehensive assessment pinpoints your child’s needs across speech, language, or motor development.
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Personalized Plan

Your therapist builds an individualized treatment plan with clear, family-friendly goals.
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Ongoing Therapy & Progress

Regular sessions, home strategies, and progress reviews keep your child moving forward with confidence.
Our Clinicians

Meet Our Expert Team

Licensed, credentialed specialists dedicated to pediatric development, each bringing years of hands-on clinical experience.

Speech-Language Pathologists

ASHA Certified
Leading articulation, language, and fluency therapy plans.

Occupational Therapists

Licensed & Registered
Building sensory regulation and everyday independence skills.

EIDBI Specialists

Autism-Focused Care
Delivering individualized, communication-first autism support.

Care Coordinators

Family Support Team
Handling scheduling, insurance, and day-to-day family support.
The Science of Timing

Why Early Intervention Matters

A child’s brain is most adaptable in the earliest years of development. Addressing speech, language, or sensory-motor concerns early doesn’t just build skills faster, it changes the trajectory of a child’s confidence, learning, and relationships for years to come.
The families who start sooner often see the biggest gains, not because their children needed more help, but because therapy had more time to work with the brain’s natural plasticity.
Faster, more lasting progress during peak developmental windows
Reduced frustration and stronger self-esteem for your child
Better outcomes in school readiness and social connection
Less intensive support needed later in childhood
By the Numbers

Success Highlights

Real outcomes, built one session at a time.

1200+

Children Supported

15+

Years in Practice

94%

Families Report Progress

5+

Specialized Service Areas
Parent Stories

What Families Are Saying

Trusted by parents across Minnesota, one milestone at a time.
Our son went from single words to full sentences in under a year. The therapists genuinely celebrate every milestone with us.
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Amanda R.
Parent of a 4-year-old client
The occupational therapy team made handwriting and focus so much easier for my daughter. She actually looks forward to sessions.
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David K.
Parent of a 7-year-old client
From evaluation to EIDBI services, CSLL walked us through every step. We finally felt supported, not just scheduled.
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Priya S.
Parent of a 5-year-old client
Insurance & Payment

Coverage Shouldn’t Be a Barrier to Care

We work with most major insurance providers and Minnesota’s EIDBI benefit, and our care coordinators handle verification so you can focus on your child instead of paperwork. If you’re ever unsure what’s covered, our team will walk you through it before your first visit, not after.
Blue Cross Blue Shield
UCare
Medica
HealthPartners
EIDBI
Medical Assistance
Questions, Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents ask us before their first visit.
Does my child need a referral to start therapy?

In most cases, no referral is required to schedule an evaluation. Some insurance plans do require one for ongoing therapy, and our care coordinators will confirm exactly what your specific plan needs before your visit.

Most comprehensive evaluations take 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the areas being assessed. You’ll receive a summary of results and recommended next steps shortly after, along with time to ask questions.

We provide pediatric therapy from early toddlerhood through the teenage years, with treatment plans adjusted to each child’s developmental stage and interests.

We accept most major insurance plans as well as Minnesota’s EIDBI benefit. Our team verifies your coverage before your first appointment, so there are no surprises once treatment begins.

Absolutely. We encourage parent involvement and will always explain strategies you can continue using at home between sessions, so progress carries over into everyday life.

Let’s Help Your Child Find Their Voice

Schedule a free consultation today and take the first step toward confident communication and lasting progress.