About the Owner

Danielle Samson is the owner and president of Peninsula Associates Speech Therapy Services. She earned her Master of Arts in Communicative Disorders and Sciences from San Jose State University and has been a practicing speech-language pathologist for over 22 years.

She began her career at Peninsula Associates in 2003, working under the mentorship of the practice’s original founder, Maureen O’Connor. In 2019, Danielle became the owner of the practice and now leads a team of experienced clinicians who share her passion for high-quality, client-centered care.

Danielle is committed to delivering therapy that feels natural, functional, and personalized. Her therapy philosophy centers on natural language growth, functional communication, and active family involvement at every stage. She believes in creating a collaborative environment where progress is driven by real-life communication and meaningful relationships.