MS, CCC-SLP • 3+ Years in Private Practice • STAP AAC Trained • Certified Therapy Dog on Site • Most Major Insurances Accepted
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2439 US Hwy 90 W, Suite 101, Castroville, TX 78009
Welcome to UTLEY Speech Therapy
Hi I'm Ms. Olga. I started this practice after a long career in the public schools because I wanted to give families more time, more attention, and more results than the school setting could offer.
I treat every child who walks through my door like family. I show up for the wins, the setbacks, the cheerleading and the celebrations. I bring my whole self to the sessions, and yes, sometimes I bring my dog, Mila too!
If that's the type of speech therapist you're looking for, then you're in the right place. Thank you for being here.
-Ms. Olga
What We Treat at UTLEY Speech Therapy
Six areas where we do our very best work for kids and families.
Meet Olga Utley-Rodriguez, MS, CCC-SLP
Meet Olga Utley-Rodriguez, MS, CCC-SLP
Hi, I'm Ms. Olga, owner of UTLEY Speech Therapy.
My career has been dedicated to helping children learn, grow, and communicate with confidence. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M University–Kingsville and spent 20 years teaching in elementary schools across San Antonio and South Texas before pursuing a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Texas Woman's University.
For the past decade, I have worked as both an SLP-Assistant and Speech-Language Pathologist, supporting children with a variety of speech, language, fluency, social communication, and AAC needs. My background as both an educator and clinician gives me a unique perspective on helping children succeed academically, socially, and functionally.
I hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and am licensed to practice speech-language pathology in Texas. I am also an active member of ASHA, the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA), the Castroville Area Chamber of Commerce, and serve on the Board of the Hearts Connected Women's Mental Health Coalition. I am also the co-founder of She Means Business: League of Female Business Owners.
When I'm not in the clinic, I enjoy painting, crafting, traveling, and spending time with my family, friends, and pets. Above all, I cherish my roles as a mom and grandmother.
With more than 30 years of experience in education and communication sciences, I am honored to help children develop the skills they need to communicate, connect, and thrive.
We Accept Most Major Plans
Speech Therapy that's accessible. We're contracted with the plans most families in our area carry.
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS TX) • Community First Medicaid • Triwest • PDSES Grant
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS TX) • Community First Medicaid • Triwest • PDSES Grant
Services We Offer:
Formal speech and language evaluations, complete with written reports start at ($350)
Independent External Evaluations available (paid by school district).
FREE informal screenings of speech development or consultations.
In-person, 30 minute, speech therapy sessions start at $75. (Ask about our prompt pay discount= $5 off each session)
Advocate services $125 per hour (3 hour minimum) + $31.50 per quarter hour over. Includes preparation time, ARD meeting attendance, and follow up after the meeting. Advocate services are NOT covered by insurance.
(effective 04/20/2026)
Private Pay
Private Pay
Superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement, if applicable.
Superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement, if applicable.
What is a Superbill?
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a detailed receipt that we can provide after your speech therapy visit. It includes important information about the services provided, such as diagnosis and treatment codes, that your insurance company may require for reimbursement.
If your insurance plan offers out-of-network benefits, you can submit the superbill directly to your insurance company and request reimbursement for services you have paid for.
Please note that reimbursement is not guaranteed. We recommend contacting your insurance provider before beginning services to verify whether your plan accepts superbills and offers reimbursement for out-of-pocket speech therapy expenses.
This is Mila.
Mila is a shih'tzu and a Certified Canine Good Citizen. She comes to work with Ms. Olga and has a quiet gift: when she notices a child becoming dysregulated, she walks over and sits with them until they are ready to come back to the session. She wasn't trained to do this- it's just who she is. It's just one of the reasons families come back to UTLEY Speech Therapy and kids look forward to their sessions.
Mila has successfully completed Puppy Class, Pet Manners, and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) training. In addition to over 24 hours of formal coursework, she continues to build her skills through ongoing training and real-world experiences in the community.
Communication Summer Camp
Half-day camp for kids, ages 5 - 10.
Speech, language, social communication and a lot of fun- all in one week!
✓Half day sessions 8:00 AM - 12:00 noon
✓Ages 5-10 welcome and siblings too!
✓Speech and Language work woven into hands on activities.
✓Mila will be there!
✓Limited spots available- currently enrolling!
Reserve your spot by emailing Ms. Olga at:
Olga@UtleySpeechTherapy.com
What families are saying:
What families are saying:
Marilyn G.
Parent of a 10 year old, Fluency
Andrea B.
Parent of a 4 year old, Articulation
Andrea M.
Parent of a 6 year old, Expressive Language and AAC
Diana H.
Parent of an 8 year old, Language and Articulation
Visit Us in Beautiful Castroville, Texas
Visit Us in Beautiful Castroville, Texas
Nestled in the heart of Medina County, Castroville is a small Texas town with a big personality and an even bigger history. Known as the "Little Alsace of Texas," our community is filled with charming historic homes, unique shops, welcoming neighbors, and rich Alsatian heritage around every corner. In the spring, colorful poppies blanket the landscape, adding even more beauty to this special place.
Castroville is where I work, and serve families who quickly become friends and neighbors. It's a community that values connection, kindness, and supporting one another—and that's exactly the atmosphere you'll find at UTLEY Speech Therapy.
As one of the few speech therapy clinics in the area that accepts insurance, we're proud to make high-quality speech therapy accessible to families throughout Medina County and beyond. Whether you're coming from San Antonio, Uvalde, or one of the many surrounding communities, we're conveniently located and well worth the drive.
We'd love to welcome your family to Castroville and help your child grow into a confident communicator.
❤️Ms. Olga ❤️
Let's talk about your child.
Let's talk about your child.
The best way to know if UTLEY Speech Therapy is right for your family, is to reach out. We will listen, ask a few questions, and figure out the next steps together.
Phone: 210-570-7272
Fax: 210-229-8909
email: Olga@UtleySpeechTherapy.com
We are a PEDIATRIC speech therapy practice.
UTLEY Speech Therapy is a pediatric speech therapy private practice in Medina County, Texas, offering in-office speech and language therapy services for children from birth through 18 years of age. We proudly serve families in Castroville and surrounding communities, providing access to high-quality speech therapy services close to home.
Our mission is to deliver evidence-based speech and language therapy while empowering families with the tools and strategies needed to support their child’s communication development.
Speech & Language Therapy for Children
Speech & Language Therapy for Children
When a child struggles to communicate, it can lead to frustration, emotional outbursts, and behavioral challenges. Many children know what they want to say but lack the skills to express themselves clearly or be understood by others.
At UTLEY Speech Therapy, children receive individualized pediatric speech therapy from a licensed and ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). With consistent therapy, children can improve speech and language skills, increase confidence, and reduce communication-related frustration.
Family-Centered Pediatric Speech Therapy
Family-Centered Pediatric Speech Therapy
We believe speech therapy is most effective when families are involved. Our family-centered approach encourages parent and caregiver participation during therapy sessions so strategies can be carried over into everyday routines at home and in the community.
Our goal is to help families move from frustrated to fantastic by building functional communication skills that support success at home, school, and beyond.
Click on the areas below for more information:
Click on the areas below for more information:
Language
Language
Language is any form of communication whether spoken, written, or gestural. It can be broken down into two components: receptive and expressive. Spoken language requires both receptive listening and expressive speaking. Written language includes both reading (receptive) and writing (expressive). Communication can also occur nonverbally with the understanding of gestures (e.g. pointing, facial expressions, body language), sign language, or by exchanging picture symbols. People who are nonverbal may also communicate with an Augmentive and Alternative Communication (AAC) device.
All these types of language have their own set of rules for the correct use of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics in communication.
If a child is not meeting the typical developmental milestones for their age group, they may have a language disorder. We offer comprehensive evaluations in order to determine the presence or absence of a language disorder.
At UTLEY Speech Therapy, we believe that Language and Reading go hand in hand. That is why we incorporate books into most of our therapy sessions.
Fluency (Stuttering)
Fluency (Stuttering)
Fluency refers to smoothness, rate of speech, and effort when speaking. It is known more commonly as stuttering, stammering or cluttering. It is normal for all people to stutter sometimes, especially when we are nervous or rushed.
Stuttering, also called stammering, is characterized by sound/word repetitions, prolongations (i.e. stretching out a sound), or blocks (i.e. as if the words cannot come out). If numerous disfluencies are evident in most of a person's speech, it may impede the message they are trying to communicate. Sometimes a secondary behavior (such as tension, facial grimacing, eye blinking or other movements) can accompany disfluent speech. People who stutter may have a negative perception about their speech and may avoid speaking or participating in class discussions.
Cluttering is characterized by rapid speech rate with numerous interjections, syllable deletions and omission of final sounds. People who clutter may change topics several times in one utterance. It can be difficult for a listener to understand someone who clutters.
Children who stutter, stammer, or clutter can learn techniques to help them become more fluent when they speak. Our clinic believes in treating Fluency disorders with the utmost respect and dignity. We incorporate the child's own perceptions, feelings and sentiments into the therapy plan. We want our clients to be comfortable when speaking to others so we build self-esteem and confidence. At UTLEY Speech Therapy, we can diagnose the presence or absence of a fluency disorder with a thorough evaluation in this area.
Speech (Articulation)
Speech (Articulation)
Articulation disorders occur when sound errors or substitutions are made in place of correct sounds (i.e. saying "wabbit" for "rabbit"). Difficulties in this area can be a result of neurological disorders (i.e. cerebral palsy), structural problems (i.e. cleft palate), or sensory causes (i.e. hearing loss). Speech sound disorders can also exist where there is no underlying cause. There are differences in sound acquisition milestones for girls and boys.
Young children will normally simplify adult speech as they learn to talk. However, if a child continues to have difficulty producing appropriate speech sounds beyond their developmental milestones, they may have a speech sound disorder. An Articulation evaluation can help diagnose a speech sound disorder.
We provide individualized therapy options that integrate play and FUN in order to treat Articulation disorders.
Note: A speech sound disorder is not the same as a speech difference, such as an accent or regional dialect. Learning a new language or more than one language at a time will not result in a speech disorder in typically developing children.
Pragmatics (Social Skills)
Pragmatics (Social Skills)
Pragmatic Language is the social use of language. It involves taking turns when conversing, socializing with others and using language for a variety of purposes. Language can be used to gain information, comment, or greet others. Understanding social conventions, or rules for conversation, is an import part of social language. Turn taking skills, understanding body language, gestures or facial expressions are all part of Pragmatic Language. At UTLEY Speech Therapy, we can diagnose and treat Pragmatic Language disorders.
Assistive Technology (AAC)
Assistive Technology (AAC)
Assistive technology plays an important role in empowering those with disabilities. Communication tools, called Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and strategies are improving lives by providing independence and freedom. Pictures, graphics, and other visuals are available in our therapy sessions. If a child needs more advanced technology, we can make recommendations and connect parents with a specialist in this area. We support the use of AAC in our therapy sessions because adding visuals can be extremely beneficial for young children, non-speaking individuals, or those with speech delays. AAC can even promote verbal language!
Tobii Dynavox, Smartbox Alamo AT, Proloquo2go are just some of the AAC devices we use.
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a label for a speech sound disorder characterized by difficulty initiating and making the movements necessary to produce speech. Speech Pathologists know how to treat this! We incorporate the Principles of Motor Learning in therapy by providing maximal support to the child in the beginning. As the child learns the movement for specific words or phrases, the cues are faded as needed to allow the child to become more independent. Goals for apraxia of speech focus on movement rather than on specific sounds. Children diagnosed with Apraxia benefit from frequent speech therapy sessions with a high number of repetitions in order to build muscle memory. Parents are encouraged to attend therapy with their child in order to help children generalize the skill at home.
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