Neurodiversity-Affirming Caregiver Coaching, Professional Education & Speech-Language Therapy

Celebrating children & supporting families in Suffolk County, NY & Beyond

Autistic child participating in child-led, neurodiversity-affirming speech therapy in Port Jefferson Station, NY

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Welcome to Collaborative Minds Consulting & Speech Therapy

Where children are empowered to think, learn, and communicate in their own way!

Collaborative Minds Consulting & Speech Therapy offers neurodiversity-affirming speech and language therapy on Long Island. We specialize in supporting autistic children and their families by reframing behavior, validating communication, and focusing on sensory regulation.

At Collaborative Minds Consulting & Speech Therapy we use Play Based, Child Led strategies allowing us to connect with your child and meet them where they are. We always digging deeper than observable behaviors to foster connection.

Our Mission is to empower children to use natural, self-generated language to confidently express their wants, needs, thoughts, feelings, protests, questions, and ideas, fostering authentic communication and meaningful connection.

Let’s create a support system that empowers your child to thrive!

Parent & Professional Coaching, Professional Development Training, and Pediatric Speech-Language Therapy

Family Support and Education

We meet with families online worldwide to provide education, support, and coaching. One-on-one sessions focus on your family's individual needs, and monthly group sessions connect you with other neurodiverse families. Reach out to learn more.

Speaking Engagements & Professional Development

We provide education and consulting for therapists, organizations, educators, doctors, and any other professionals on becoming a neurodiversity-affirming provider. Consultations are available both virtually and in person. Contact us to learn more.

Therapy for Children Who Communicate with Gestalts (Delayed Echolalia/Scripting)

At Collaborative Minds, we specialize in supporting children who are gestalt language processors. Through child-led play, we honor and validate their scripts while modeling new language to help them progress through the Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) stages—from echolalia to self-generated language.

  • Targeted therapy for children who demonstrate delayed echolalia 

  • Identification of children who are 'gestalt language processors' (process language in 'chunks' rather than single words)

  • Family coaching to support the development of self-generated language 

Parent involvement is essential in gestalt language therapy, and we encourage family members to actively join, learn, and participate in the process!

Social Skills & Self Advocacy

Temple Grandin said: “Being with people who share your interests makes socializing easier”— and that’s what our neurodiversity affirming social skill support does! Your child will develop social awareness and connections in a safe and supported space.

NO forced “social skills” here!

Our groups foster a sense of belonging and space for your child to build authentic relationships.

Contact us for more information.

Meet Christina

Christina Beta, MA, SLP, owner and neurodiversity-affirming speech therapist at Collaborative Minds Consulting & Therapy in Port Jefferson Station, NY

Christina Beta, MA, SLP

Owner, Neurodiversity-Affirming Speech-Language Pathologist

Welcome to Collaborative Minds Consulting & SpeechTherapy!

I’m Christina, a neurodiversity-affirming speech-language pathologist committed to supporting and advocating for Autistic children and their families.

As a speech therapist, with over 20 years of experience, I offer individualized therapy and education to help empower families and professionals. My approach to therapy fosters connection over compliance, with a belief that the best way to support neurodivergent children is to support the most important people in their lives - parents and families!

I build connections with each child by entering their world— making sure all children feel seen and understood.

“Yes! I see you, I understand you, I'm here to support you!”

Kind Words From Clients

  • She is so understanding of the neurodiverse mind...

    "Mrs. B has been a wonderful support for my son. She is so understanding of the neurodiverse mind of a child. She always has helpful and resourceful information for parents."

    ∞Parent of an autistic child

  • She works hand in hand with parents

    "Christina has been a godsend to my son and family. She works hand in hand with parents. I am so grateful for all the help and resources that she’s provided over the years."

    ∞Parent of an AuDHD child

  • My family has gained so much from working with her

    "Christina is kind and caring. My family has gained so much from working with her. She is always a positive person."

    ∞Parent of an ND child

Let's Get Started!

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First Things First

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Let's Get Started! ~ First Things First ~

Ready to get started ?

FIRST

Contact us for a FREE 15-minute consultation call. We will listen to your concerns, share about our services, and schedule your child's first session.

NEXT

Schedule an observation to identify your child's unique strengths, interests, and communication challenges.

LAST

Begin weekly speech therapy sessions based on your family’s! We offer clinic based services in Port Jefferson, and tele-therapy services to all NY residents.

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