ABOUT

Get to Know Vivian

Explore the Vivian Speech Therapy blog by speech-language pathologist Vivian Eller (Nutthagrita Eller). Based in San Jose, CA

VIVIAN ELLER,M.S.,CCC-SLP

Speech and Language Therapist,

serving families in South and East Bay

My name is Vivian and I am a California licensed speech-language pathologist who helps young children discover the joy of communication—whether that means using words, gestures, AAC, or scripts from their favorite songs and shows. I am a bilingual Thai-English speaker.

I believe every child communicates with purpose, and it’s my privilege to help families understand and celebrate the many ways their child connects with the world.

I want families to walk away from therapy not just with new skills, but with a deeper sense of confidence, connection, and joy in their child’s communication journey.

VIVIAN'S BACKGROUND

Speech, Language, Social Communication

I earned my master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from California State University, East Bay,

and have experience supporting children across home, hospital, private clinic, and school settings.

My clinical expertise include:

Fluency Disorder
Speech and Language Delay
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Gestalt language processing (GLP)
Family coaching and collaboration
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
Articulation and phonological processing disorder
Early language development (Early Intervention)
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

I’m committed to using evidence-based practices alongside real-life strategies that fit each family’s routines, values, and goals.

VIVIAN'S APPROACH

• Child-Led

• Neurodiversity-Affirming

• Family-Centered Approach

I don’t “fix” communication—I support growth by meeting each child where they are, following their interests, and creating meaningful opportunities to connect.

In our sessions, you might see:

Joyful play and child-led exploration
Focus on functional skills rather than compliance
Modeling of natural, functional communication
Gentle guidance for caregivers to use strategies at home
Respect for all forms of communication: spoken words, AAC, gestures, echolalia, and movement