Background
Desiree Misrachi (formerly Sasunian) is a licensed pediatric speech and language pathologist who is passionate about providing neurodiversity-affirming, play-based, and child-led therapy services. After many years of providing services in various settings, Desiree founded Willow Tree Therapy to ensure that all families have access to high-quality, individualized therapy services. Desiree believes that every child deserves supports that are tailored to their unique strengths and needs. Her goal is to partner with families to develop meaningful, regulation-focused supports. .
Desiree is highly trained in multiple evidence-based techniques, including:
Natural Language Acquisition/Gestalt Language Processing
DIRFloortime
Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
PROMPT
SOS Approach to Feeding
Safe and Sound Protocol
Specialties
Feeding tube support and weaning
Tantrums
Stuttering/fluency concerns
Neurodivergence (e.g. ASD - ADHD)
Medically complex
Difficulty with transitions or routines
Genetic & birth conditions (e.g. Down syndrome - cerebral palsy)
Other
Solid feeding and swallowing (gagging - poor chewing - choking - straw drinking - cup drinking - leakage - picky eating - refusal)
Speech milestones
Limited social interaction with peers
Selective mutism
AAC
Trauma-informed care needs
Language milestones
Social communication
Delayed play skills (e.g. pretend - functional)
Difficulty with attention and engagement
Sensory or motor dysregulation
Education & Training
CCC-SLP
Insurance
Superbill for reimbursement
Other
Out-of-network
Languages
Farsi
English
Affirming Care
Neurodiversity Affirming
Trauma Informed
LGBTQIA+
Contact
Service Areas
Los Angeles, California
Popular Courses
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