Speech Therapy Clinics in Salt Lake City, UT

Speech Therapy Clinics in Salt Lake City, UT

  • Serving Salt Lake County (in-home; no public street address)
  • (801) 210-8695
  • blacksmithspeechtherapy.com
  • Late talkers, childhood apraxia of speech, articulation, gestalt language development, autism, and AAC
  • What they're known for: A pediatric-focused practice that brings therapy to the child through in-home visits and teletherapy across Salt Lake County — a good fit for families who want care in a familiar environment and for young children whose language is developing in a gestalt or neurodiversity-affirming way.
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  • 2120 E 3900 S, Ste 100, Holladay, UT 84124
  • (801) 308-0400
  • wasatchspeech.com
  • Articulation, language, fluency, voice, apraxia, and swallowing — clinic-based plus telehealth
  • What they're known for: A full-scope Holladay clinic that treats a wide range of speech, language, and swallowing concerns across ages, with telehealth available for families who can't make it in person.
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  • 4625 S 2300 E, Ste 206, Holladay, UT 84117
  • (801) 214-5991
  • heydayspeech.com
  • Gestalt and autistic communication, AAC, and sensory supports; play-based clinic model
  • Some insurances accepted; private-pay available
  • What they're known for: A neurodiversity-affirming, play-based Holladay practice that specializes in gestalt language processing and AAC — a welcoming choice for autistic children and families seeking sensory-aware support.
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  • 417 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
  • (801) 581-3506
  • healthcare.utah.edu
  • Childhood apraxia of speech, language, and hearing services for children 12 months and older — outpatient teaching clinic
  • What they're known for: A university teaching clinic where supervised graduate clinicians provide evaluations and therapy, often a more accessible option for families seeking academic-affiliated speech and hearing care.
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  • 9119 S Monroe Plaza Way, Sandy, UT 84070
  • (801) 717-9184
  • utpremiertherapies.com
  • Pre-verbal toddlers, childhood apraxia of speech, expressive and receptive language, and AAC
  • What they're known for: A Sandy clinic with particular strength in working with pre-verbal toddlers and emerging communicators, including apraxia and AAC — a good early-intervention-aged option for south-valley families.
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What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Treat?

Three things that are often collapsed into one. Speech is the sounds — articulation, clarity, stuttering. Language is the meaning — understanding what is said, and getting ideas out, whether in words, gestures, signs or a device. Feeding and swallowing is the mouth's other job, and speech-language pathologists assess and treat that too. Most toddlers referred for speech therapy have a language question rather than a speech one, and the therapy for that looks nothing like drilling sounds.

Conditions Speech Therapy Can Help With

Speech-language pathologists work with late talking and language delay, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, stuttering and fluency, social and pragmatic communication, autism, hearing loss, augmentative and alternative communication, and pediatric feeding and swallowing. Many clinics also offer evaluations for children whose difficulty has not yet been named.

How to Choose a Speech Therapist in Salt Lake City

The "best" speech therapist is the one who fits your child's specific needs, your schedule, and your budget. Here's what to weigh:

  • Check credentials. Look for an SLP who holds ASHA's Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) and a current Utah license. For specialized needs, ask about extra training (for example, AAC, gestalt language processing, or motor-speech approaches).
  • Match the specialty to the need. A practice that excels at AAC or gestalt language may differ from one focused on articulation or fluency. Ask whether the therapist regularly treats your child's specific concern.
  • Confirm insurance and cost up front. Verify in-network status, copays, visit limits, and whether prior authorization is required — or ask about Utah Medicaid eligibility or a superbill if the practice is private-pay.
  • Consider the setting. Some children thrive in a clinic; others do better with in-home or school-based therapy, or teletherapy. Several Salt Lake providers offer all three.
  • Ask about caregiver involvement. Strong programs coach parents so progress continues between sessions. Ask how they'll keep you involved and how they measure progress.
  • Trust the rapport. Your child should feel comfortable. Many practices offer a brief consultation — use it to gauge fit before committing.

Questions to ask during a consultation

  1. What is your experience with my child's diagnosis?
  2. How will you set and track goals?
  3. How often will sessions be, and for how long?
  4. How do you involve parents?
  5. What happens if we don't see progress?

Speech Therapy Resources in Salt Lake City

  • Utah Baby Watch Early Intervention Free or low-cost developmental support and speech evaluations for children birth to age three across Salt Lake County.
  • Primary Children's Hospital (Intermountain Health) Pediatric evaluations, multidisciplinary clinics, and developmental resources for families across the Salt Lake Valley.
  • University of Utah Health Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic A university training clinic that can offer evaluations and therapy, often at reduced cost.
  • Utah Medicaid Covers medically necessary speech therapy for eligible children; ask providers whether they bill Utah Medicaid or managed-care plans.
  • Your child's school district Utah public schools provide speech-language services through IEPs and 504 plans for eligible students.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does speech therapy cost in Salt Lake City, Utah?

Private-pay speech therapy in the Salt Lake City area typically runs about $110–$190 per session, while hospital-affiliated and university programs may bill differently. Many Salt Lake providers accept commercial insurance and Utah Medicaid, which can reduce your cost to a copay or to $0 for covered, medically necessary services. Always confirm rates and coverage directly with the provider.

Does insurance cover speech therapy in Utah?

Many Utah health plans cover speech therapy when it is medically necessary, and Utah Medicaid covers speech therapy for eligible children. Coverage limits, prior-authorization rules, and visit caps vary by plan, so verify benefits before starting. Some Salt Lake practices are private-pay only and can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.

How long are typical speech therapy sessions?

Most pediatric speech therapy sessions in Salt Lake City last 30 to 60 minutes, with younger children often starting at 30 minutes. Evaluations usually take 60 to 90 minutes. Frequency commonly ranges from once to twice a week depending on the child's goals and the therapist's recommendation.

At what age should my child start speech therapy?

There is no age that is too early. Utah's Baby Watch Early Intervention program serves children from birth to age three, and many Salt Lake practices evaluate toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. If you have concerns about your child's speech clarity, vocabulary, or social communication, an evaluation can be done at any age.

Do Salt Lake City speech therapists offer teletherapy or in-home visits?

Yes. Several Salt Lake-area providers — including Blacksmith Pediatric Speech Therapy, Precision Speech and Language Therapy, Children In Motion, and Salt Lake Speech and Language — offer in-home visits, school-based services, and/or teletherapy across Utah in addition to clinic-based care.

What conditions do pediatric speech therapists in Salt Lake City treat?

Salt Lake City speech-language pathologists commonly treat articulation and phonological disorders, language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, stuttering and fluency, gestalt and autistic language development, feeding and swallowing concerns, and they provide AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) support.

How long is the wait for a first appointment?

It varies by practice rather than by city, so it is worth asking when you call — a clinic with a long wait for weekly therapy will often book an evaluation much sooner, and some hold cancellation slots. Because of that, most families contact more than one practice on this page rather than waiting on the first. If your child is under three, your state's early intervention program runs on its own timeline and is worth starting in parallel.

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