Who We Are

  • Rebecca Belai, Au.D.

    Dr. Rebecca Belai has over 10 years of experience working in diverse clinical settings, including hospital and private practices. She earned her doctorate from A.T. Still University and her bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, with a minor in Gerontology, from California State University, Northridge. Her doctoral internship at Shohet Ear Associates provided her with extensive experience treating patients of all ages.

    Rebecca has worked with diverse patient populations in settings like Southern California Head and Neck in Santa Monica, Ocean Hearing Care, and UCLA Health, delivering care across the lifespan, from infants to older adults. Her passion for audiology also drives her involvement in medical missions, providing vital hearing care to underserved communities internationally. She strives to provide the best possible care to all of her patients and remains dedicated to her work as an audiologist.

  • Hermela Belai, M.A., CCC-SLP

    Hermela is a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist and Myofunctional Therapist with over 15 years of experience in evaluating and treating individuals with speech, language, swallowing, voice and cognitive-communication needs. She works with people of all ages, including those affected by Parkinson’s disease, stroke, developmental delays and stuttering. She holds a Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders, an ASHA certification (CCC-SLP), and a California state license.

    Hermela has extensive experience working in a large medical center, acute and outpatient settings, rehabilitation centers, and her private practice in Culver City, CA. She is also an active member of the Parents of children with Special Needs support group and a dedicated advocate for early intervention. She is committed to educating and supporting families and communities through nationwide presentations about Speech Therapy and Early Intervention, Augmentative and Alternative Communications, and early language development.


What We Do

Empowering others is at the heart of everything we do

We understand that hearing and communication challenges impact not only individuals but also their families and communities. At Hearing & Speech Associates, we provide personalized consultations to help individuals of all ages navigate these challenges. Through evidence-based care, we offer expert guidance on treatment options—including hearing aids, assistive devices, and speech and language therapy—tailored to each person’s unique needs.

Our mission is to empower patients and their loved ones with practical knowledge and tools to address hearing and communication challenges, fostering stronger connections and access to essential resources. We are also committed to supporting underserved families and communities through volunteer efforts and resource contributions.