Aja Carrillo
Speech-Language Pathologist
3419 Valle Verde Drive
Napa, CA 94558
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Aja Carrillo
Speech-Language Pathologist
3419 Valle Verde Drive
Napa, CA 94558
Meet Alyssa Alonzo, a native of Stockton, Ca. She is a licensed Speech Language Pathologist that specializes in orofacial myofunctional therapy.
Alyssa's educational journey began at Cabrillo College in Aptos, CA, where she earned an Associates degree in Liberal Arts. During this time, she specialized in American Sign Language and communication disorders. Alyssa then continued her studies at San Jose State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences and a minor in Deaf Education. Later, she received her Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from San Jose State University.
Alyssa has a keen interest in serving individuals with complex needs and has a particular interest in practicing orofacial myofunctional therapy. Throughout the years, she has developed a profound affection for the San Jose-Los Gatos community. Following graduation, she chose to remain in the Los Gatos area and serve the community she loves.
Alyssa Alonzo, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
15899 Los Gatos Almaden Rd
Suite 10
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Mikayla Valdez, M.S, CCC- SLP, attended San Jose State for her undergraduate degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences. In June of 2023 Mikayla received her Master’s of Science degree in Speech and Language Pathology from Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ.
Mikayla has clinical experience in the areas of speech sound production, language intervention for early childhood and elementary aged children. She has had the opportunity to work with a variety of age groups as well. Throughout her experiences she has found a passion for early intervention, utilizing a child lead and play based approach for early language development. When she is not working she enjoys hiking local trails, baking, and spending time with friends and family.
Mikayla Valdez, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
15899 Los Gatos Almaden Rd
Suite 10
Los Gatos, CA 95032
With over two decades of experience, Nicole has worked extensively with children of all ages to assess and treat a range of speech and language disorders, including motor speech delays, auditory processing challenges, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and myofunctional dysfunction. After observing transformative changes in her clients through the integration of orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT), she pursued advanced training focused on the relationship between oral function, craniofacial development, and airway health.
Nicole’s clinical expertise includes detailed evaluation and intervention for tongue posture, nasal breathing, oral resting patterns, tongue-jaw dissociation, and swallowing mechanics. She has completed intensive coursework in sleep-disordered breathing, temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), and orofacial structure and function. Her work is rooted in neuromuscular re-education and a systems-based approach—believing that many root causes of speech, feeding, and breathing challenges are revealed through a deep understanding of orofacial form and function.
Nicole Cavalea, M.S., CCC-SLP, OMT, is a Breath Institute Ambassador and has completed training in TMD management with OMT considerations. She is highly collaborative in her approach, working closely with airway-focused orthodontists, pediatric dentists, ENTs, and pediatricians to build integrative, patient-centered care plans. She is known for identifying the “missing piece” in traditional therapy models—addressing foundational dysfunctions that often go overlooked.
In addition to clinical care, Nicole is passionate about mentorship and professional development, creating a supportive practice environment where therapists, students, and interdisciplinary providers can grow, innovate, and deliver the highest quality care.
Ms. Nicole Cavalea, Speech Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologist
15899 Los Gatos Almaden Rd
Suite 10
Los Gatos, CA 95032