Melissa Henesey, M.S. CCC-SLP 

Melissa Henesey is a bilingual pediatric speech-language pathologist, native Spanish speaker, and proud San Diego native. With over a decade of experience supporting children and families, she is passionate about helping children become confident, effective communicators.

Melissa was inspired to pursue speech-language pathology by combining her deep interest in child development with her love of languages, including Italian, French, and American Sign Language (ASL). She believes that communication is foundational to every aspect of life and is dedicated to empowering children to express themselves clearly and confidently. She strongly values collaboration and teamwork, partnering closely with families to maximize progress and celebrating every victory — big and small.

As a mother of two, Melissa understands the importance of feeling supported and heard throughout your child’s developmental journey. Her approach is warm, family-centered, and rooted in evidence-based practice.

Melissa earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Santa Clara University. She worked as an early childhood educator at Stanford University’s Bing Nursery School before obtaining her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences & Disorders from Emerson College. In 2015, she was honored as a Decibels Scholar, receiving specialized hands-on training to work with infants and toddlers who are deaf and hard of hearing.

Melissa is licensed in the state of California and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She is trained in PROMPT, a specialized treatment approach for children with motor speech disorders such as apraxia, dysarthria, and phonological disorders. She is also certified in the Hanen Program® — It Takes Two to Talk®, an evidence-based parent coaching program for young children with language delays, and trained in the Lidcombe Program, a behavioral treatment approach for young children who stutter.

Speech San Diego accepts Blue Shield of California and San Diego Regional Center.