Swain Center

  • Updated 2 weeks ago
  • 795 Farmers Ln #23, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
  • Early Intervention
  • Speech Therapy
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About Swain Center

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About Swain Center

At the Swain Center, we are dedicated to providing our clients with an outstanding clinical experience that facilitates the growth of trusting, collaborative relationships with our team and their family. Our family-centered approach ensures that our clients have the best possible chance at success. We strive to be the leading source of hope and support for our clients.

Is online therapy actually effective?
Research shows that for many issues—such as anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties—online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions. What often matters most is finding a therapist you connect with and staying consistent over time.
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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Reputable online therapy platforms use encrypted connections and secure apps that are designed for confidential healthcare communication. Sessions are held in a private space of your choosing, which can feel safer than a public waiting room.
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How do costs compare with in-person therapy?
Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/13/2026 2:58 am

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Company Management

Dr. Deborah Swain

Have questions?

At Swain Center, we understand the importance of early intervention for autistic children and the critical period for language development. Our speech therapy services can help your child learn effective ways to communicate, respond to questions, start and end conversations, and use gestures. We offer a complete guide to everything you need to know about speech therapy, so you can make an informed decision about whether your child needs speech therapy or not. With our experienced professionals, you can be sure that your child will be supported in developing the communication skills they need to become an independent and confident individual.
At Swain Center, we understand the importance of communication and strive to provide the best speech therapy services to help your child effectively communicate with others. Our speech therapists are dedicated to helping your child improve their nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings clearly, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, and feeding and swallowing. We are committed to giving your child the tools they need to succeed in life.
Contact Phone number is (707) 575-1468.
http://www.theswaincenter.com

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