Question 1

Does my child need speech or language therapy?

Accepted Answer

If you are concerned about your child’s speech or language development, I highly encourage you to follow up with your pediatrician or your child’s teacher. They are a valuable resource in ascertaining whether your child's speech/language skills are within age level expectations.
 
Please see our expected Speech and language development norms for further information.
 
- Click here to review the American Speech Language and Hearing Association’s (ASHA) developmental norms based on age.(https://www.asha.org/slp/schools/prof-consult/norms/)

Question 2

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

Currently, we are in network with Tricare East. We also accept private pay, and can provide a super bill that you can then use to submit your claim to your health insurance for reimbursement.  We hope to become credentialed with other insurance companies in the near future.  We will update this information as it becomes available.

Question 3

Why private speech language therapy?

Accepted Answer

Usually, private speech therapy provides more individualized and tailored therapy to focus solely on the child and their needs. Some parents prefer private therapy as opposed to group therapy which is the service delivery model utilized in the school system. Also, in order to receive speech and language therapy services in the schools, a child must meet eligibility criteria. If a child does not meet eligibility criteria or a parent desires more intensive, one on one therapy, usually private therapy can help meet both of those needs.

Question 4

What can I expect at the evaluation?

Accepted Answer

A formal evaluation usually lasts anywhere from 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the areas that are being assessed and the batteries of testing that are required. Your speech language pathologist will conduct a thorough case history and a parent interview. Standardized and non-standardized test measures, informal assessment/observations are conducted and then all information is compiled and analyzed by the SLP. A written evaluation report is generated that provides an in-depth review of all information gathered and the results of the testing as well as recommendations. Once the report is ready, your speech pathologist will provide a brief verbal summary of this report and the recommendations.

Question 5

How long and how frequent are therapy visits?

Accepted Answer

The length and frequency of therapy depends on the scope and severity of your child’s disorder, the goals and disorder being addressed, and your dedication and commitment to practicing daily at home. Typically, 30 minute sessions are recommended, and frequency can be set at 1, 2, or 3 times per week based on severity level of the disorder.

Question 6

Is there any paperwork I should fill out prior to my first visit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once your appointment is scheduled, your speech language pathologist will email you directly using a secure platform where you will receive all paperwork to fill out and complete prior to your appointment. These forms must be submitted prior to your first appointment.

Gulf Coast Speech Language Services in Pensacola offers experienced pediatric speech, language and feeding therapy. We serve Pensacola and its surrounding counties.

Please complete the contact information on our website to make an inquiry.

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