Hiva K. Dardashti, M.S., CCC-SLP
Founder of Speech & Mind Therapy
I believe every person deserves the opportunity to communicate with confidence, think clearly, and feel understood. As a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and ASHA-certified clinician with over 15 years of experience, I have had the privilege of helping children and adults strengthen their communication, cognition, and confidence through individualized, evidence-based care. My goal is to create meaningful, lasting progress while helping every client reach their fullest potential.
As both a speech-language pathologist and a mother of two, I understand how important compassion, guidance, and meaningful progress are for every family. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their journey. I believe that the best outcomes come from building strong relationships and partnering closely with families every step of the way.
Throughout my career, I have worked with children with speech and language delays, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, social communication challenges, feeding difficulties, and learning-related needs. I also have extensive experience helping adults with communication and cognitive changes related to traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, dementia, and other neurological conditions affecting memory, attention, executive functioning, and daily communication.
I believe therapy is most effective when it is personalized to each individual’s strengths, goals, and everyday life. I collaborate closely with families, caregivers, physicians, educators, and other professionals to develop practical, functional treatment plans that support meaningful progress both during therapy sessions and beyond.
Based in Los Angeles, I provide in-person speech-language and cognitive therapy services throughout the surrounding communities, with teletherapy available across California when appropriate. Whether I’m helping a child find their voice, supporting an adult through cognitive rehabilitation, or partnering with families along the way, my commitment is to help every client communicate more effectively, think more confidently, and thrive in everyday life.