A community of parents, building communication moments together.
Communication grows in the everyday moments of play, and it grows best alongside other parents.
Join the waitlist to be first when our first circle opens in San Ramon.
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Who's behind the circle
Katie Strain M.A., CCC-SLP
Hi, I'm Katie, a speech-language pathologist. I started Kinlee Circle because parents deserve a place of their own: a small, guided community where you learn practical ways to bring more communication into everyday play, and where you're supported by other parents doing the same. This isn't therapy for your child. It's coaching and connection for you.
What a circle looks like
Small, guided, and grounded in real play
Each gathering moves at the pace of the children in the room. Expect open-ended play, familiar songs, soft sensory invitations, and unhurried turn-taking, woven together with quiet moments of guidance, modeling, and parent reflection. Nothing is rehearsed. You learn by being in it.
- Songs
- Sensory play
- Shared routines
- Turn-taking
- Modeling language
- Responsive interaction
- Parent reflection & discussion
Each circle at a glance
Our approach
Communication grows through relationships, shared attention, everyday routines, and meaningful interaction, not pressure or perfection. Kinlee Circle helps you notice it, trust it, and build on it, one ordinary moment at a time.
Flexible
Real life isn't tidy. Our approach bends to fit the day you're actually having.
Natural
Strategies live inside your existing routines (meals, walks, bath time), not on top of them.
Emotionally Supportive
Connection comes first. Skills grow inside warm, attuned relationships.
Parent-Empowering
You don't need to become an expert. You need to feel seen, supported, and steady.
Who it's for
Parents who want to feel more at home in connection
Parents wanting confidence
For caregivers who'd like to feel more sure of themselves in the everyday moments of communication.
Families seeking connection
For families looking for intentional, connection-based time together, not another checklist.
Language-rich households
For parents drawn to language-rich interaction and responsive, attuned communication.
Practical at-home support
For caregivers who want strategies that actually fit into real life at home.
Pricing
Simple, small-group pricing
- A 6-week series of weekly 45-minute sessions
- A small circle of up to 8 families
- Led by a licensed speech-language pathologist
- Practical guidance you can carry into everyday play
Final pricing is shared with families on the waitlist as we confirm our first San Ramon location. Join the waitlist for details →
Questions
Frequently asked
Who leads the circles?
Katie Strain, a licensed speech-language pathologist (M.A., CCC-SLP). Every circle is guided by her personally.
Is this speech therapy for my child?
No. Kinlee Circle is a parent community and coaching experience, not therapy for your child. It's about supporting you, so the everyday moments of play and routine become richer chances to connect.
What ages is it for?
Babies and toddlers, roughly 0 to 3 years, together with a parent or caregiver.
Where are sessions held?
In San Ramon, CA. We're finalizing our first location now, and the exact venue is shared with families on the waitlist as soon as it's confirmed.
How long is a series, and how often do we meet?
Each circle is a 6-week series that meets weekly for 45 minutes, kept to a maximum of eight families.
What does it cost?
Final pricing is shared with families on the waitlist. Joining the waitlist is free and puts you first in line.
What if we miss a session?
Life happens. We'll share the plan for missed sessions with your circle before it begins, so you always know what to expect.
When do circles start?
We're forming our first circles now. Join the waitlist to be first to know when a start date and location are set.
Join the Circle
Be first to know when our first circle opens in San Ramon.
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