Success Stories from Parents
Our son Cole has been with Amanda since 2021
“Our son Cole has been with Amanda since 2021. Cole would not be where he is today without her. Her love for her profession is seen with how wonderful she is with our kids. She truly cares about Cole’s well being and works hand and hand with the school system to make sure he’s getting the assistance he needs.”
– Stephanie
It is my pleasure to recommend Gigi's Kids
“It is my pleasure to recommend Gigi’s Kids. My sons have grown leaps and bounds with their help. Amanda Thompkins especially goes the extra mile to connect with her clients. I love how she goes over the lesson and gives tips and tricks to continue the work at home and with school.”
– Shaun
Marci Frank has helped my daughter tremendously with her speech
“Marci Frank has helped my daughter tremendously with her speech. She is also awesome at teaching parents different ways to help encourage speech at home. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who needs a Speech Pathologist.”
– Mindy
I have had the BEST experience with Amanda at Gigi's Kids
“I have had the BEST experience with Amanda at Gigi’s Kids. Her genuine interaction, deep knowledge, and passion for what she does was evident from our first meeting and has only been more amazing since. The growth my son has had is exceptional. My son is so excited to see her every week even though he is working hard and never complains. Her communication with the parents is great especially as we navigate the school environment. Finally, the trust she builds with both my son and myself/husband is the BEST we have encountered.”
– Lauren
My boys have attended Gigi's Kids for over 2 years and they love it there
“My boys have attended Gigi’s kids for over 2 years and they love it there. Ms. Marci is the best. She really has a genuine heart for helping children reach their speech goals. My youngest son loves her so much that he cries whenever we ride past and don’t pull in. I have to explain to him that we only see Ms. Marci on certain days. I highly recommend Ms. Marci.”
– Toya
Nothing but amazing care and knowledge at Gigi’s
“Nothing but amazing care and knowledge at Gigi’s. We have been so happy with the way Amanda works with us and connects with our son.”
– Diana
My son and I had the best experience with Marci Frank
“My son and I had the best experience with Marci Frank. She helped give my son a jump start with language after he was slightly delayed.”
– Kylie
My son started going to Gigi’s Kids since my son was 18 months old
“My son started going to Gigi’s Kids since my son was 18 months old. Amanda is fantastic and my son has made huge progress in his speech and Amanda has made a fantastic connection with my son.”
– Nicki
We love Amanda! I’m a SLP so I’ve got high expectations but I truly believe she’s one of a kind
“We love Amanda! I’m a SLP so I’ve got high expectations but I truly believe she’s one of a kind. My son with apraxia has made so much progress since he started with her after his progress had basically stalled elsewhere.”
– Molly
My son has cochlear implants due to a profound hearing loss
“My son has cochlear implants due to a profound hearing loss. Amanda is great with him. She is very patient and always comes to each appointment with many activities to engage my son. He looks forward to her weekly visits.”
– Terry
Recommendations for an awesome Speech Therapist
“Recommendations for an awesome Speech Therapist…Amanda has been our in-home speech teacher for years. She helped us with our son and now our daughter. Having her come to our house is very helpful. This allows me to get work done with my other children and not disrupt their schedules. Amanda is amazing at making speech fun. She uses games and new technology which keeps my kids entertained through the whole lesson. I strongly recommend Amanda for anyone looking for a talented, fun, engaging child speech pathologist.”
– Debbie
Before meeting Amanda I had the typical speech path that would just push our son to label and categorize
“Before meeting Amanda I had the typical speech path that would just push our son to label and categorize. Our son dreaded these sessions. Amanda’s approach is much different-she somehow manages to meld her instruction into something fun. She is unafraid to go beyond a structured setting and uses the interest of the child to promote teaching. She is a hidden gem, and we are lucky to have her.”
– Lara
Amanda has been an amazing SLP during an unprecedented time
“Amanda has been an amazing SLP during an unprecedented time! She truly cares about my daughter and it shows. She works hard to cater to her passions and interests and uses these during their sessions. Amanda is incredibly creative and effortful when planning the sessions. She uses a schedule to help my daughter plan for what she will do each time they meet. She is cognizant of her limitations and individualizes each appointment for her and her current goals. My daughter looks forward to seeing her and asks each day if she has Speech!”
– Michelle
Amanda has changed my son’s life in the best ways possible
“Amanda has changed my son’s life in the best ways possible. She is compassionate, creative, kind, patient, understanding, persistent, resourceful, the list goes on and on. She is truly a genuine person with a heart of pure gold. She goes the extra mile to make sure that my son is not only learning but actually enjoys his sessions and continued requests to work more. Amanda has taught my son how to use communication skills in a multitude of ways and has helped our entire family learn how to communicate better with him to further improve his speech. Our family is incredibly blessed to have Amanda in our lives!”
– Ghidaa
Amanda engaged my son right from the start
“Amanda engaged my son right from the start. She creates a comfortable learning environment using fascinating props and tools. We actually look forward to speech therapy! As a busy mom, it’s also convenient that she comes directly to his school where my son is already familiar. I couldn’t be happier with his progress.”
– Maggie
My daughter Blair really enjoys working with Ms. Amanda
“My daughter Blair really enjoys working with Ms. Amanda! Amanda is engaging, patient, and flexible. She has a strong understanding of Blair’s hearing loss. We love that she comes to our home and works with Blair on a personal level. She incorporates speech into everyday play and makes it fun. Blair’s speech is improving with every visit!”
– Meg
I met Amanda through my daughter’s preschool
“I met Amanda through my daughter’s preschool. She was evaluated and we felt that our daughter needed a “push” to correct some of her speech. Amanda was amazing with her. And a couple of months later, our daughter was excused from further therapy. Amanda has a way with young kids. My daughter loved her. And so did I .”
– Audra
Amanda is exceptionally skilled, but more importantly, she is warm, personable, and approachable
“Amanda is exceptionally skilled, but more importantly, she is warm, personable, and approachable. Previously, my three-year-old son dreaded going to speech. Now he looks forwards to the days Miss Amanda comes. She has totally changed my son’s perception of speech and language. In just over a month of seeing Amanda, his speech has become remarkably clearer. Furthermore, as a working mom, Amanda does an amazing job of keeping me very informed, and involved, as she leaves projects we can all “practice” as a family. I am truly blown away and grateful for Amanda!”
– Lauren