Who We Are
We are a small but mighty team of bilingual speech-language professionals committed to honoring all forms of communication and making high-quality, neurodiversity-affirming therapy accessible to families who need it most.
Our Team
Natalie Murray, MS, CCC-SLP |
Founder & Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
With nearly 16 years of experience, I support autistic individuals and children with complex communication needs through AAC, functional communication, and early intervention. I believe connection grows communication and that a child who feels safe and truly seen will thrive.
My approach is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based, weaving in sensory-supportive activities and real-life routines to make therapy feel natural, not clinical. Caregiver coaching is central to everything I do because meaningful communication happens in everyday moments, not just during sessions.
I founded Thrive Talk Tools to bring high-quality, culturally responsive speech therapy to ALL families. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and bring a deep personal connection to the communities I serve.
Credentials: MS, CCC-SLP | California Licensed SLP | California Speech Pathology Services Credential | ASHA Member | Bilingual: English & Spanish
Regina Turiace, MS, CCC-SLP |
Speech-Language Pathologist
I am a pediatric speech-language pathologist with four years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) and a background in ABA therapy. I earned my master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University in 2025. Over these four years, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals with a wide range of communication needs across clinical and educational settings.
I am passionate about working with the 0–3 population, where language development is so foundational. My approach to therapy is child-led, play-based, neurodiversity-affirming, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I believe in following a child’s lead, meeting each child where they are, and recognizing and celebrating each child’s unique strengths and interests.
My goal as an SLP is to foster meaningful communication growth, advocate for children and their families, and empower each child to find and use their voice. Above all, I believe communication is at the heart of the human experience; it allows us to connect with others, express who we are, build relationships, and participate in the world around us.
Credentials: MS, CCC-SLP | California Licensed SLP | ASHA Member
Drisana Medina, MS, CCC-SLP |
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
As a speech-language pathologist, I have supported children with a wide range of communication needs, including speech, language, social communication, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
I am passionate about providing therapy that is neurodiversity-affirming, family-centered, play-based, and child-led. I believe that effective therapy begins with building genuine relationships and understanding each individual's strengths, interests, communication style, and goals.
Families play an essential role in communication development. My aim is to empower children and their families with tools and strategies that support meaningful communication not only during therapy, but throughout their daily lives.
Credentials: M.S., CCC-SLP| California Licensed SLP| ASHA Member| Bilingual: English & Spanish
Jazmin Marban Vazquez, MS, CCC-SLP |
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
I am a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist with experience supporting children with a wide range of communication needs. As both a clinician and a parent of two, I understand the value of a strong partnership between families and professionals in helping each child reach their full potential. I believe every child deserves the opportunity to communicate in the way that best meets their individual needs.
My goal is to provide therapy that is meaningful, engaging, and functional, empowering children to build communication skills they can use confidently in their everyday lives.
Credentials: M.S., CCC-SLP| California Licensed SLP| ASHA Member| Bilingual: English & Spanish
Julia Yu, MA, CF-SLP |
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
Building meaningful interpersonal connections through communication is at the heart of my philosophy as a speech-language pathologist. I believe that while technology continues to transform the way we communicate, genuine connection is fostered through human warmth, empathy, and trust. This philosophy guides my approach to speech therapy, which is family-centered, individualized, and neurodiversity-affirming.
When working with children, I love collaborating closely with families and caregivers to understand each child’s strengths, interests, and unique personality. I strive to create a welcoming, encouraging, and playful environment where every little friend can reach their full potential, every small step of progress is celebrated, and every unique voice is truly heard and respected.
As a bilingual Clinical Fellow, I have experience supporting children with a wide range of communication needs, including early intervention, articulation, receptive and expressive language, social communication, AAC, and fluency challenges. Before becoming an SLP, I spent more than 15 years teaching languages in China, France, and the United States, and came to appreciate the many ways people connect across languages and cultures. By providing culturally responsive speech-language services, I hope to honor every family’s core values and help their child experience the joy of connecting with the people and world around them.
Credentials: M.A., CF-SLP| Bilingual: English, Mandarin, French, Japanese
Josué Reda, AS, SLPA |
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
I know firsthand what it feels like to be a child in speech therapy. I received services myself when I was young and what I remember most is the warmth, the fun, and how safe I felt. That experience is what drives me every single day.
I hope to be that same source of light for every child and family I work with. I specialize in working with autistic individuals, young and school-age children, with a strong foundation in early language development, AAC, and play-based therapy. I believe a welcoming, joyful environment is not just nice to have, it is where real growth happens.
I am bilingual in English and Spanish and am passionate about serving my community with warmth, consistency, and care.
Credentials: AS, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant | California Licensed SLPA | Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) | Bilingual: English & Spanish
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Thrive Talk Tools is a growing, neurodiversity-affirming practice rooted in community and connection. We are actively looking for passionate, culturally responsive speech-language professionals who share our values.
If you are an SLP, CF-SLP, or SLPA who believes in honoring all forms of communication and wants to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community, we'd love to hear from you!