Lighting the way to communication and connection.

Dr. Taylor Hickok, MS, DBH, CCC-SLP, is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist with over a decade of experience supporting children and families. She holds a Doctorate in Behavioral Health with an emphasis in healthcare management from Arizona State University, a Master’s in Communication Disorders (ASU), and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from UC Berkeley. Her unique training bridges the worlds of communication science, child development, and healthcare systems, giving her a broad, real-world understanding of how families access services and what support they actually need.

At Little Luminaries, Dr. Taylor brings a warm, strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach to therapy. That approach isn’t only professional, it’s personal. Taylor is neurodivergent herself, and neurodivergence runs through her entire family. She knows what it is to move through the world with a brain that works differently, and to love people whose brains work differently too. That lived experience shapes everything about how she practices: a deep respect for all kinds of brains, and a commitment to meeting children as they are rather than asking them to be someone else. She believes that communication is more than just words. It’s connection, confidence, and identity. Her sessions are play-based, relationship-driven, and completely free of drills or pressure. Instead, she creates a supportive environment where children can grow at their own pace and in their own way.

Dr. Taylor specializes in speech and language development, AAC (augmentative and alternative communication), executive functioning, social skills, and caregiver coaching. She has completed the Meaningful Speech course on gestalt language processing, and she is working toward her DIR/Floortime Basic Certification. She is trained in LAMP Words for Life, TouchChat, Unity, Tobii Dynavox, and Proloquo2Go, and when nothing on the market fits a child, she creates a custom AAC solution. She loves using AI to build speech and language solutions for children, like Patchwork AAC, her own AAC device in development for clients who don’t fit the mold, and Patchwork Speech, materials for parents and SLPs. Her background in psychology and behavioral health systems helps her design therapy that fits real life, not just clinic goals. She understands how speech therapy connects to the bigger picture, like school, home, and daily routines, and helps families navigate it all with confidence.

She’s also a parent herself, raising a bright little firefly of her own who is autistic and has ADHD, so she knows how personal and emotional this journey can be. Her goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, flexibility, and expert care, helping your little luminary shine.

Kristin Hunzicker, MS, CCC-SLP, is a compassionate speech-language pathologist who is passionate about helping children and families connect, grow, and reach their fullest potential together. With more than 12 years of experience in pediatric speech therapy, she brings a relationship-centered approach that empowers children while supporting the unique strengths of every family.

Kristin has extensive experience working with young children in early language development and articulation, along with specialized training in trauma-informed care and a TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) certification. She also supports children with speech sound disorders, motor speech, fluency, and feeding. She believes that meaningful progress begins with trust, connection, and understanding, and strives to create a supportive environment where children feel safe, confident, and celebrated.

Her passion for serving families is both professional and personal. As a mother of four, including one neurodivergent child, Kristin understands the joys and challenges that come with raising children with diverse needs. This perspective allows her to partner with families with empathy, encouragement, and practical support, helping caregivers feel confident as they nurture their child’s communication and development. She is committed to building authentic relationships and creating individualized therapy experiences that honor each child’s unique strengths while fostering lasting connection.