About Cierra Lussier, M.S., CCC-SLP
Cierra is a licensed speech-language pathologist with over ten years of clinical experience supporting children and families. She specializes in early language development, speech clarity, and communication support for toddlers through school-age children.
Cierra takes a warm, family-centered approach to therapy, partnering closely with caregivers to create meaningful goals and practical strategies that support each child’s communication across home, school, daycare, and everyday routines.
She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
Our Services
Specialized Pediatric Speech Therapy
We provide highly individualized speech-language services for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, with specialized support in three key areas of communication development for families seeking additional support outside of Early Intervention or school services.
Early Language Delay
Some young children are slower to develop spoken language, use fewer words than expected, or have difficulty combining words into phrases and sentences. While every child develops at their own pace, persistent delays may benefit from expert support.
We commonly support children who may demonstrate:
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Limited expressive vocabulary
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Difficulty combining words into phrases or sentences
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Challenges following directions or understanding language
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Frustration communicating wants and needs
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Delays in social communication and play-based interaction
Speech Clarity & Articulation
We provide specialized support for preschool and school-age children whose speech remains difficult to understand or who continue to struggle with age-appropriate sound production.
Therapy may be appropriate for children with:
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Unclear speech for their age
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Difficulty producing specific speech sounds
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Sound substitutions, omissions, or persistent error patterns
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Frustration when not understood by others
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Reduced confidence in speaking situations
Social Communication Skills
Some children benefit from support learning the social use of language—how to connect, engage, and communicate effectively with others across settings.
We work with children who may need help with:
• Initiating and maintaining interactions
• Conversational turn-taking
• Play skills and peer engagement
• Reading social cues and body language
• Flexible thinking and problem-solving in social situations
• Building confidence with peers and adults
Strong social communication skills help children develop friendships, navigate school environments, and feel more confident in everyday interactions.
A Personalized, Elevated Approach
Ocean State Speech is built for families who want timely support, clear communication, and practical strategies they can use beyond the therapy session. We offer a warm, individualized experience with care plans thoughtfully designed around each child’s developmental profile, communication needs, and family priorities.
Sessions are engaging, evidence-informed, and tailored to support progress through meaningful connection, play, and everyday routines. Parent collaboration is central to our approach. We make sure families feel informed, supported, and confident in helping their child communicate and make progress.
Free Consultation
We begin with a no-cost consultation to learn more about your child, answer your questions, and determine the best next steps.
Speech & Language Therapy
Focused, one-on-one sessions designed to improve communication skills.
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30 minutes of individualized therapy
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Parent guidance to support progress at home
$110 per session
Evaluation (As Needed)
If appropriate, a formal evaluation may be recommended to better understand your child’s strengths and areas of need. Details and pricing will be discussed during your consultation.
Have Questions?
Get Your Child the Support They Need — Start with a Free Consultation
Tell us a little about your child and we’ll reach out within 24 hours to schedule your consultation.