Speech Therapy Clinics in Savannah, GA

Speech Therapy Clinics in Savannah, GA

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  • 1000 Eisenhower Dr, Suite H, Savannah, GA 31406
  • (912) 335-1650
  • southlandtherapy.com
  • Speech, voice, and language therapy delivered with a play-based SLP model (also offers occupational and physical therapy)
  • Accepts most commercial and government insurances, including Tricare, BCBS, CareSource, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare
  • What they're known for: A pediatric practice that pairs clinic-based therapy with in-home, natural-environment sessions — a flexible option for families who want services where their child learns and plays best.
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  • 413 West Montgomery Crossroads, Suite 102, Savannah, GA 31406
  • (912) 354-4474
  • coastalpediatrictherapies.com
  • Speech and feeding therapy (also offers occupational and physical therapy and ABA)
  • Accepts Georgia Medicaid, Amerigroup, CareSource, Peach State, Cigna, Tricare Select, BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, UMR, and Aetna; private pay and superbills available
  • What they're known for: One of the broadest insurance rosters in town — including all three major Georgia Medicaid plans — combined with speech, feeding, OT, PT, and ABA under one roof for families who need coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
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  • 4700 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31404
  • (912) 350-7337
  • memorialhealth.com
  • Articulation, expressive and receptive language, feeding and swallowing, and autism communication support (also offers full OT and PT)
  • What they're known for: The pediatric rehab program at the Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital provides hospital-level, multidisciplinary care across both inpatient and outpatient settings — a strong choice for children with complex or co-occurring medical needs.
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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 Savannah

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 Georgia license. For specialized needs, ask about extra training (for example, in childhood apraxia, feeding, or AAC).
  • Match the specialty to the need. A practice that excels at feeding therapy or AAC may differ from one focused on articulation, fluency, or apraxia. 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 for a superbill if the practice is private-pay. Several Savannah clinics accept Georgia Medicaid plans (Amerigroup, CareSource, Peach State).
  • Consider the setting. Some children thrive in a clinic; others do better with in-home or school-based therapy, or teletherapy. Several Savannah-area 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 Savannah

  • Babies Can't Wait (Georgia Early Intervention) Free developmental support and speech evaluations for children birth to age three across Chatham and surrounding coastal counties.
  • Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital Pediatric evaluations, multidisciplinary rehab, and developmental resources for families across Coastal Georgia.
  • Georgia Medicaid & care management organizations Amerigroup, CareSource, and Peach State Health Plan cover medically necessary speech therapy for eligible children.
  • Savannah Speech & Hearing Center A nonprofit offering speech, hearing, and early-intervention services on a sliding scale for qualifying families.
  • Your child's school district Public schools in Chatham, Effingham, and Bryan counties provide speech-language services through IEPs and 504 plans for eligible students.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does speech therapy cost in Savannah, Georgia?

Out-of-pocket speech therapy in the Savannah area typically runs about $100–$180 per session for private practices, while hospital-affiliated programs may bill higher rates. Many Savannah providers accept commercial insurance and Georgia Medicaid plans such as Amerigroup, CareSource, and Peach State, 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 Georgia?

Many Georgia health plans cover speech therapy when it is medically necessary, and Georgia Medicaid and its care management organizations — Amerigroup, CareSource, and Peach State Health Plan — cover speech therapy for eligible children. Coverage limits, prior-authorization rules, and visit caps vary by plan, so verify benefits before starting. Some Savannah 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 Savannah 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. Georgia's Babies Can't Wait early intervention program serves children from birth to age three, and many Savannah 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 Savannah speech therapists offer teletherapy or in-home visits?

Yes. Several Savannah-area providers — including Savannah Pediatric Speech Therapy, Utter Success Speech Services, WeeCare Pediatric Therapy, and Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy — offer in-home visits, school- and daycare-based services, and/or teletherapy across Georgia in addition to clinic-based care.

What conditions do pediatric speech therapists in Savannah treat?

Savannah speech-language pathologists commonly treat articulation and phonological disorders, language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, fluency and voice disorders, social/pragmatic language difficulties (including for autistic children), 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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