Meet the Team
Our team of pediatric speech therapists works with children of all ages in Newport Beach, CA. Reach out today to get started!
Stacie Bateman, M.A., CCC-SLP
Welcome! I’m Stacie Bateman, the owner and lead therapist at Seashore Speech and Language in Newport Beach, CA. I bring over 2 decades of experience as a pediatric speech therapist along with advanced training in gestalt language processing and sensory integration to my practice. After earning my BA and MA in Speech Pathology from California State University, Chico, I worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient and outpatient pediatrics, in-home early intervention, and private practice.
As a therapist, I believe in creating a safe, playful environment where every child feels their interests are valued and supported. My sessions are child-led and focused on connection, sensory needs, and meaningful communication. After completing the Sensory Integration Certification training at USC, I learned how to support children with sensory differences by helping them feel regulated and ready to explore communication. I’m also passionate about gestalt language processing and building authentic relationships with every child and family I work with.
As a mom, I’ve been on both sides of therapy. Navigating feeding difficulties with my son gave me a deep appreciation for the emotions, challenges, and victories families experience. It’s why I’m committed to listening to your concerns, celebrating your child’s progress, and providing practical tools to carry over at home. I strive to be a safe, authentic presence for your family and to make every session meaningful and fun.
When I’m not in the clinic, I love spending time with my husband, our three kids (ages 7–15), and our Golden Retriever, Gracie. I’m a Southern California native who loves the ocean, flip-flops, and walks along the beach. Traveling, brunch with friends, and connecting with others bring me joy, and I feel lucky to bring that same passion and curiosity into my work every day.
I can’t wait to meet you and your family!
Advanced Training and Certifications:
USC Chan Sensory Integration Continuing Education Certificate program
Natural Language Acquisition trained through Marg Blanc
GLP-trained Meaningful Speech™
GLP-AAC trained Meaningful Speech™
Christina Johnson MA, CCC-SLP
With over 25 years of experience in the field of speech-language pathology, Christina brings a wealth of knowledge, clinical expertise, and compassion to every child and family she serves. Her diverse career spans a wide range of settings, including founding and operating her own private practice, and most recently serving as a Clinical Director at a leading pediatric clinic.
Christina has extensive experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), and global developmental delays. Her clinical approach is rooted in evidence-based practice and guided by a strong belief in holistic, individualized care.
She integrates play-based, child-led, and relationship-centered methods into her therapy, fostering engaging and meaningful interactions that promote communication and connection. Christina also uniquely incorporates sensory-supportive and task-oriented movement interventions, recognizing the importance of the body-brain connection in supporting speech and language development and overall communicative success.
A passionate collaborator, Christina works closely with families, educators, and interdisciplinary teams so that each child’s needs are supported across environments. Her goal is always to empower children to express themselves authentically and thrive.
Christina is a mother of three children and two Golden Retrievers. She is a homegrown Orange County resident.
Advanced Training:
Motor speech disorders, including CAS and DTTC Therapy
Early Intervention
Gestalt Language Processing (GLP)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Credentials and Professional Affiliations:
B.A. Social Ecology
B.A. Communicative Disorders
Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
Clinical Rehabilitative Teaching Credential• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist- California
We Are Accepting New Clients!
Seashore Speech and Language is a private practice in Newport Beach, CA, specializing in speech therapy for children with speech and language delays and disorders, sensory differences, executive functioning challenges, and complex communication needs. Contact us to learn more about our services.