Speech Therapy Clinics in Seattle, WA
Find speech therapy in Seattle, WA
- Speech therapy for feeding and swallowing in Seattle, WA 10 clinics
- Speech therapy for stuttering in Seattle, WA 7 clinics
- Speech therapy for childhood apraxia of speech in Seattle, WA 7 clinics
- Speech therapy for articulation and speech sounds in Seattle, WA 6 clinics
- Speech therapy for autism in Seattle, WA 6 clinics
- Speech therapy for language delay in Seattle, WA 4 clinics
- Speech therapy for AAC and nonspeaking communication in Seattle, WA 4 clinics
- Speech therapy for early intervention in Seattle, WA 3 clinics
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Speech Therapy Clinics in Seattle, WA
- Ballard, Seattle, WA 98107
- (503) 395-7710
- inletspeech.com
- Speech and language therapy for children roughly ages 4–12, with a neurodiversity-affirming approach
- What they're known for: A Ballard-based, neurodiversity-affirming clinic that supports the whole child across clinic, in-home, school, and teletherapy settings — a good fit for families who value an affirming, flexible model and don't mind out-of-network billing.
- 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
- (206) 987-2104
- seattlechildrens.org
- Autism and social communication, stuttering, feeding and swallowing, AAC, articulation, motor speech, selective mutism, and voice disorders
- What they're known for: As the Pacific Northwest's flagship pediatric hospital, Seattle Children's offers multidisciplinary, hospital-level coordination — for families whose child has complex, medically involved, or co-occurring needs that benefit from integrated specialty care.
- 2815 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
- (206) 322-5433
- seattlethera.com
- Speech and language, feeding, AAC, and apraxia (also offers OT); supports autism, sensory differences, developmental delay, and cerebral palsy
- What they're known for: An Eastlake clinic that pairs speech-language services with occupational therapy and active school collaboration — a fit for children whose communication goals overlap with sensory, feeding, or developmental needs.
- 1520 140th Ave NE, Suite 101, Bellevue, WA 98005
- (425) 242-3294
- sparchealth.org
- Language delay, social communication, stuttering, autism, developmental apraxia, and articulation/phonology (also offers pediatric occupational therapy)
- What they're known for: An Eastside clinic in Bellevue offering both in-person and virtual speech therapy, with pediatric OT under the same roof — convenient for Eastside families coordinating more than one discipline.
- 7710 18th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117
- (425) 270-8239
- swansonspeechtherapy.com
- Articulation and phonology, childhood apraxia of speech, late talkers, language delays, autism, and stuttering
- What they're known for: A versatile northwest-Seattle clinic offering clinic, home, school, and virtual delivery — convenient for families who want a single SLP who can follow the child across settings.
- 1229 Madison St, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA 98104
- (206) 386-3592
- swedish.org
- Speech-language therapy, feeding therapy, AAC, and NICU follow-up for newborns through age 18 (also offers OT and PT)
- What they're known for: A hospital-affiliated outpatient program on First Hill spanning newborn through adolescence, including NICU follow-up — a strong option for families wanting health-system care that bridges speech, OT, and PT.
- 7683 SE 27th Street #127 Mercer Island, Seattle, WA 98040
- talkslp.com (contact via website form)
- Orofacial myofunctional therapy and tongue thrust, speech sound disorders, stuttering, expressive/written and receptive language, and social communication
- What they're known for: A Mercer Island and telepractice provider with a niche in orofacial myofunctional therapy alongside core speech-language services — useful for families seeking tongue-thrust and myofunctional expertise. Inquiries are handled through the clinic's website contact form.
- 180 Nickerson St, Suite 108, Seattle, WA 98109
- (206) 547-2500
- jenniferwagnerspeech.com
- Fluency and stuttering, childhood apraxia of speech, cleft palate, tongue thrust, autism, feeding, literacy, social and pragmatic language, and early intervention
- What they're known for: A dedicated pediatric clinic near Seattle Center with an unusually broad clinical range — from fluency and cleft palate to feeding and literacy — making it a strong option for children with complex or overlapping needs.
- 619 N 35th St Ste 205, Seattle WA 98103
- 206-778-8233
- fremontspeechtherapy.com
- Apraxia, aphasia, language-based communication disorders, TBI, early-onset Alzheimer's, executive function, dysphagia, and voice, plus executive skills classes for students
- What they're known for: A Fremont-neighborhood clinic treating both adults and children, from apraxia and aphasia to traumatic brain injury, voice, and swallowing disorders, that also runs executive-skills classes for students in 5th grade through high school.
- 1625 19th Ave, Seattle WA 98122
- 206-323-5770
- hsdc.org
- Speech, language, and communication services, plus a Parent-Infant Program, early childhood education (birth to 5), Deaf and hard of hearing services, and interpreting
- What they're known for: A community center rooted in Deaf Culture and Sign Language that offers speech, language, and communication services for all ages alongside Deaf and hard of hearing services, interpreting, a Parent-Infant Program, and early childhood education from birth to five.
- 12550 Aurora Ave N, Seattle WA 98133
- 206-363-7303
- provail.org
- Speech therapy and occupational therapy with assistive technology through a Mobility & Communication team, offered in person or by telehealth
- What they're known for: An organization whose Mobility & Communication team pairs speech and occupational therapy with assistive technology to help people live more independently; it is accepting new telehealth and in-person clients and also runs employment services.
- 180 Nickerson St Ste 206, Seattle WA 98109
- 206-397-4389
- seaglasspediatrictherapy.com
- Speech and language therapy, feeding therapy for picky eaters to problem feeders, and in-depth evaluations, in clinic, at home, in the community, or by teletherapy
- What they're known for: A pediatric speech and feeding clinic that treats feeding disorders from picky eaters to problem feeders, offers longer sessions and flexible scheduling, and lets families choose in-clinic, in-home, community, or teletherapy sessions.
- 1604 E Harrison St, Seattle WA 98112
- 206-745-2812
- seattlespeech.com
- Cognitive-communication evaluation and therapy for adults with acquired brain injury, including mild TBI, word finding, comprehension, reading, and fluency, in office or by telehealth
- What they're known for: An adult clinic focused on cognitive-communication therapy after acquired brain injury, especially mild traumatic brain injury, with in-office and telehealth visits; the owner has over 25 years as a medical SLP, and L&I and Personal Injury Protection are accepted.
- 2517 Eastlake Ave E Suite 102, Seattle WA 98102
- 206-322-5433
- seattletherapyservices.com
- Speech and language therapy, AAC, feeding therapy, and OT for children, teens, and young adults, plus groups and camps, school support, and evaluations
- What they're known for: A pediatric clinic in Seattle's Eastlake neighborhood serving children and young adults since 2010; it began as an autism specialty clinic and offers speech, AAC, feeding, and occupational therapy, groups and camps, and life-skills support for teens.
- 3862 Delridge Way SW, Seattle WA 98106
- 206-424-4646
- upbeatspeech.com
- Speech and language evaluations and therapy for children, offered in the office on Delridge Way SW in Seattle or by teletherapy
- What they're known for: A pediatric speech and language clinic led by its founder, Andrea Whipple, MS, CCC-SLP, offering in-office and teletherapy evaluations and treatment from its Delridge Way SW office in Seattle.
- 4515 41st Ave SW, Seattle WA 98116
- 877-407-3422
- foxrehab.org
- Speech, language, social communication, cognition, chewing and swallowing therapy for older adults, alongside physical and occupational therapy
- What they're known for: A multi-state geriatric clinic built on house calls, whose speech-language pathologists treat older adults at home and in senior living communities and coordinate with physical and occupational therapists.
- 2513 13th Ave S, Seattle WA 98144
- 206-395-4513
- hablatherapies.com
- Speech and language therapy in English and Spanish, pediatric dysphagia and feeding therapy including bottle aversion and picky eating, literacy support including dyslexia, and parent training
- What they're known for: A bilingual Seattle-area clinic founded in 2022 that sees children at home and at school in King County while it works toward opening a clinic space, with a focus on culturally responsive care.
- Serving the Seattle area (no clinic address published)
- 206-586-8930
- skippingstonestherapy.com
- Speech sound delays, apraxia and phonological disorders, developmental language disorder, pre-literacy, spelling and reading, and stuttering for children
- What they're known for: A Seattle-area pediatric speech-language pathologist who sees children at home, at school or by telehealth, with PROMPT training for speech sound and apraxia work.
- Seattle, WA — teletherapy plus in-home visits across King County
- (253) 245-3388
- inbloomspeech.com
- Speech sound disorders, articulation, phonology, childhood apraxia of speech, language, echolalia, and social skills
- What they're known for: A flexible clinic that meets children where they are — at home, online, or in school — making it a convenient fit for busy King County families or children who do best in familiar environments.
- 4740 44th Ave SW Ste 103, Seattle WA 98116
- (206) 937-1249
- soundvoices.org
- Speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, feeding and swallowing assessment and therapy for children and adolescents.
- What they're known for: A pediatric speech and feeding therapy clinic in West Seattle offering assessments and weekly treatment, with openings for new clients. Care is evidence based and family centered.
- 8244 122nd Ave NE, Kirkland WA 98033
- (206) 985-6646
- listenandtalk.org
- Listening and spoken language therapy, a birth to three program, a blended preschool classroom and audiology for children who are deaf and hard of hearing.
- What they're known for: A specialized listening and spoken language program for children who are deaf and hard of hearing, using auditory-verbal strategies to support language development. Families can take part in LSL therapy sessions and a birth-to-three program.
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 Seattle
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 Washington license. For specialized needs, ask about extra training (for example, PROMPT for motor speech, or orofacial myofunctional therapy for tongue thrust).
- Match the specialty to the need. A clinic that excels at feeding therapy or AAC may differ from one focused on articulation, stuttering, or myofunctional work. 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 clinic is out-of-network or private-pay. Ask whether they accept Washington Apple Health if that applies to your family.
- Consider the setting. Some children thrive in a clinic; others do better with in-home or school-based therapy, or teletherapy. Several Seattle 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 clinics offer a brief consultation — use it to gauge fit before committing.
Questions to ask during a consultation
- What is your experience with my child's diagnosis?
- How will you set and track goals?
- How often will sessions be, and for how long?
- How do you involve parents?
- What happens if we don't see progress?
Speech Therapy Resources in Seattle
- Early Support for Infants & Toddlers (ESIT) Washington's birth-to-three early intervention program offers free developmental evaluations and speech-language support for eligible infants and toddlers.
- Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) Covers medically necessary speech therapy for eligible children; ask providers whether they accept Apple Health or its managed-care plans.
- Seattle Children's Hospital Pediatric evaluations, multidisciplinary clinics, and developmental resources for families across the Puget Sound region.
- University of Washington Speech & Hearing Clinic A university training clinic that can offer evaluations and therapy, often at reduced cost.
- Your child's school district Seattle Public Schools and surrounding districts provide speech-language services through IEPs and 504 plans for eligible students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does speech therapy cost in Seattle, Washington?
Private-pay speech therapy in Seattle typically runs about $150–$275 per session, while hospital-affiliated programs may bill higher rates. Many Seattle providers accept commercial insurance and Washington Apple Health (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 Washington?
Many Washington health plans cover speech therapy when it is medically necessary, and Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) covers speech therapy for eligible children. Coverage limits, prior-authorization rules, and visit caps vary by plan, so verify benefits before starting. Some Seattle clinics are out-of-network or private-pay only and can provide a superbill for reimbursement.
How long are typical speech therapy sessions?
Most pediatric speech therapy sessions in Seattle 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. Washington's Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) program serves children from birth to age three, and many Seattle clinics 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 Seattle speech therapists offer teletherapy or in-home visits?
Yes. Several Seattle-area providers — including In Bloom Speech Therapy, Inlet Speech & Language Therapy Services, Swanson Speech Therapy, and Talk SLP — offer in-home visits, school-based services, and/or teletherapy across Washington in addition to clinic-based care.
What conditions do speech therapists in Seattle treat?
Seattle speech-language pathologists commonly treat articulation and phonological disorders, language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, stuttering, 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 clinic 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 clinic 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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