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Who We Are

Thrive Talk Tools is an affirming, community-rooted speech therapy practice based in Monterey Park, serving the East Los Angeles community and surrounding areas.

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.

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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 families who deserve it. 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

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Alexandra Read, MS, CF-SLP |

Clinical Fellow, Speech-Language Pathologist

I’m a pediatric speech-language pathologist with experience supporting children with autism spectrum disorder, emotional disabilities, and language delays across clinical and educational settings.

Before becoming an SLP, I provided behavioral therapy to children in home, school, and clinic-based environments; an experience that deepened my understanding of child development and neurodiversity-affirming care.

I believe in therapy that is child-led and naturalistic, where meaningful communication, connection, and engagement take center stage. I use a multimodal communication approach tailored to each child’s individual strengths and needs to support functional communication across all settings.

Credentials: MS, CF-SLP | California Licensed SLP | ASHA Member

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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

TESTIMONIALS

  • "Natalie is an amazing speech therapist who brings so much enthusiasm to each session, my son absolutely loves working with her. Since starting therapy, he has gone from grunting and using single words to speaking in 2–3 word phrases. Now he talks nonstop and we are very grateful for the positive impact she has had on his speech."

    — Diana C.

  • "Aunque llevamos poco tiempo con Natalie, nos ha ayudado muchísimo con el habla de mi hijo. Recomiendo ampliamente sus servicios, ya que además de ayudarlo a comunicarse mejor, lo hace en nuestro idioma, lo que le abre más oportunidades a mi hijo."

    -Annel B.

  • “ Josue brings a positive, upbeat energy to every session and connects wonderfully with my daughter through his encouraging and engaging teaching style. He maintains clear boundaries, is highly professional, and is always open to feedback or requests; he truly brightens our home.”

    — Julie W.

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Join our team

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!

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