At coastal communication
Communication Is Just the Beginning.
Pediatric through adult speech therapy designed to empower children and families in and around Boston, MA.
Hi there, I'm Shelby!
Why I Started Coastal Communication
Growing up in a family-run psychology clinic, I witnessed early on how deeply communication is tied to emotional wellbeing. That experience shaped how I see the world—and how I approach therapy. Every session is about more than improving speech. It’s about building confidence, fostering emotional growth, and helping clients feel understood in every part of their life.
I started Coastal Communication to offer care that feels personal, effective, and aligned with the whole person.
Our Mission
We empower children and adults to express themselves confidently, understand their social-emotional world, and develop the cognitive skills needed to thrive.
Meet Our Team
Shelby Bronfman
Founder
Speech Language Pathologist and Social Cognitive Specialist
Shelby is a certified speech-language pathologist (CCC-SLP) licensed in Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. She holds degrees from George Washington University and NYU, and is certified in the Social Thinking Methodology. She brings experience across school, clinic, and hospital settings and a heartfelt commitment to relationship-based therapy.
Outside of work, you’ll find her dancing around the house, or watching comedies—wishing she was surrounded by animals.
Marian Isdahl
Speech Language Pathologist and Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
Lead Speech Language Pathologist
Marian is a licensed speech-language pathologist (CCC-SLP) who brings her own lived experience with childhood apraxia to her deeply empathetic work. She earned her BA from Wake Forest and her MS from NYU. Her background includes articulation, feeding therapy, language disorders, and virtual therapy across all ages.
She loves spending time with her family, being near the ocean, and catching episodes of Survivor.
Our Approach to Speech Therapy
We take a collaborative, integrative approach to therapy. That means we look at the whole person—not just the speech challenge.
techniques we use:
We use a combination of speech-language techniques, caregiver collaboration, and social-emotional learning tools. We also incorporate principles from the Social Thinking Methodology and lean into strengths-based approaches that build trust and confidence.
Our Approach:
Our therapy model bridges the gap between communication, emotional regulation, and cognitive processing. Whether we’re helping someone find their voice or navigate life transitions, we’re focused on sustainable progress and meaningful connection.
We Value:
We believe that therapy should feel safe, empowering, and relevant to real life. That’s why we create supportive environments where clients feel understood, involved, and truly seen—not just treated.
Our Core Values
Empowerment
Clinical excellence
Whole-person support
Connection-first care
What to Expect from Your Sessions
From your first consultation to you therapy sessions, you’ll always feel supported and informed every step of the way.
During Your Free Consultation
We begin with a quick inquiry form and a free 15-minute consultation call. This is a chance for you to share your concerns and goals, ask questions, and get to know us before committing to services.
Your Comfort Is Our Priority
We know this process can feel vulnerable, so we do everything we can to make it feel calm, supportive, and flexible. Whether we're meeting in your home or virtually, we meet you where you are—literally and emotionally.
A Typical Session
Most sessions last around 50 minutes and are tailored to your needs. We may work on specific communication goals, collaborate with caregivers, or check in on progress and next steps. Each session ends with a brief debrief to keep you informed and supported.
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