Conversa Linguistics
Empowering Communication Through Culturally Responsive Speech-Language Servcies
Conversa Linguistics
Empowering Communication Through Culturally Responsive Speech-Language Servcies
About Us
Founder
Expertise
Approach
Dr. Enio Clark de Oliveira, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is the founder of Conversa Linguistics and a nationally certified, Texas-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with over a decade of clinical experience. With a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo, Brazil, a Master’s degree in Bilingual Speech
Dr. Enio Clark de Oliveira, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is the founder of Conversa Linguistics and a nationally certified, Texas-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with over a decade of clinical experience. With a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo, Brazil, a Master’s degree in Bilingual Speech Pathology from Texas Christian University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Texas, Dr. Oliveira brings both academic rigor and deep practical expertise to his work.
He founded Conversa Linguistics to meet the growing need for high-quality, culturally responsive diagnostic services across schools, daycares, and communities in Texas. His areas of expertise include bilingual language development, speech sound disorders, and interdisciplinary collaboration—making him a trusted resource for educators, clinicians, pediatricians, and families alike.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Oliveira serves as a mentor and supervisor to emerging professionals and is a strong advocate for evidence-based practice and equity in communication services.
Beyond his professional life, Dr. Oliveira is a proud husband to Valine and a devoted father to three children: Austin, a mischievous two-year-old; Mila, a passionate 13-year-old volleyball player; and Yuri, a college freshman embarking on his next chapter.
Approach
Expertise
Approach
At Conversa Linguistics, we are committed to evidence-based practices and the delivery of personalized, high-quality assessments that reflect each individual’s unique communication profile. Our evaluations are grounded in a comprehensive diagnostic approach that integrates standardized testing with norm-referenced scores, clinical observa
At Conversa Linguistics, we are committed to evidence-based practices and the delivery of personalized, high-quality assessments that reflect each individual’s unique communication profile. Our evaluations are grounded in a comprehensive diagnostic approach that integrates standardized testing with norm-referenced scores, clinical observation, parent interviews, and language sample analysis. This multifaceted methodology provides a holistic understanding of a child’s language and communication abilities across environments, supporting accurate diagnoses and informed, actionable recommendations for intervention and educational planning.
Expertise
Expertise
Expertise
- Early Language Development – Assessing communication milestones in infants and toddlers, identifying delays, and guiding early intervention.
- Bilingual Language Development – Differentiating between typical second-language acquisition and true language disorders in children exposed to more than one language.
- Articulation and Speech Sound
- Early Language Development – Assessing communication milestones in infants and toddlers, identifying delays, and guiding early intervention.
- Bilingual Language Development – Differentiating between typical second-language acquisition and true language disorders in children exposed to more than one language.
- Articulation and Speech Sound Disorders – Evaluating clarity of speech and identifying sound errors that impact intelligibility.
- Expressive and Receptive Language Skills – Measuring how children understand language and how effectively they express their thoughts, needs, and ideas.
- Pragmatics (Social Use of Language) – Assessing how children use language in social settings, including turn-taking, topic maintenance, and interpreting nonverbal cues.
- Fluency Disorders (Stuttering) – Evaluating speech disruptions such as repetitions, prolongations, and blocks.
- Auditory Processing Disorders – Identifying difficulties with how the brain interprets sound, even when hearing is normal.
- Childhood Apraxia of Speech – Assessing motor planning challenges that affect the ability to produce accurate speech sounds consistently.
- Parent and Teacher Coaching – Providing practical, individualized strategies to help adults support language growth across home and school environments.
Mission
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Philosophy
At Conversa Linguistics, our mission is to provide precise, culturally responsive, and evidence-based evaluations that support meaningful communication outcomes. We are dedicated to empowering educators, clinicians, and families through expert consultation and accurate diagnostic services in both English and Spanish. By prioritizing clari
At Conversa Linguistics, our mission is to provide precise, culturally responsive, and evidence-based evaluations that support meaningful communication outcomes. We are dedicated to empowering educators, clinicians, and families through expert consultation and accurate diagnostic services in both English and Spanish. By prioritizing clarity, equity, and collaboration, we aim to set the standard for excellence in speech-language diagnostics and professional support.
Philosophy
Philosophy
Philosophy
At Conversa Linguistics, we believe that accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective support. Every child’s communication profile is shaped by language, culture, and context, and our role is to understand that profile with clarity, respect, and precision. We approach each evaluation as a collaborative process—grounded in evidence-ba
At Conversa Linguistics, we believe that accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective support. Every child’s communication profile is shaped by language, culture, and context, and our role is to understand that profile with clarity, respect, and precision. We approach each evaluation as a collaborative process—grounded in evidence-based practice, linguistic expertise, and cultural humility.
We are committed to eliminating bias in assessment, advocating for equity in service delivery, and ensuring that families and educational teams are empowered with the insights they need to support meaningful communication growth. Through professional integrity and a deep respect for diversity, we aim to foster a clearer path toward each individual’s full communicative potential.
Values
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Values
We prioritize precision, delivering accurate, high-quality evaluations grounded in current research and best practices. We uphold equity by respecting the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds of those we serve, ensuring our assessments are fair, unbiased, and culturally responsive. With integrity, we maintain the highest ethical st
We prioritize precision, delivering accurate, high-quality evaluations grounded in current research and best practices. We uphold equity by respecting the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds of those we serve, ensuring our assessments are fair, unbiased, and culturally responsive. With integrity, we maintain the highest ethical standards in every aspect of our practice, fostering trust through transparency and professionalism. We believe in collaboration, valuing the insights of families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to create a shared path forward. Our commitment to access drives us to offer services in multiple languages and formats, making support available wherever it’s needed. Finally, we stand for advocacy, using our expertise to champion accurate diagnoses, appropriate services, and communication equity for all.