Frequently Asked Questions

At this time, we accept the following private insurance plans:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield IL PPO

• Cigna IL

• Aetna IL

• Medicare IL (different from Medicaid)

If you are out of network, we can provide superbills to families to submit for possible reimbursement.

We do not accept Medicaid Plans

If your insurance is out of network, or you are looking to pay our of pocket, our therapy rates are as follows:

In-Home Services
• $200 for an initial evaluation (approx. 1 hour)
• $100 per therapy session (30 minutes sessions)

Telehealth Services
• $175 for an initial evaluation (approx. 1 hour)
• $75 per therapy session (30 minutes sessions)

We provide in-person speech therapy in Chicago's Near South and Southwest Side. Services can be provided in-home or in community centers including daycares, afterschool programs, private schools, and assisted living facilities. We provide services within the following zip codes:

• 60608 (Pilsen/Lower West Side, Bridgeport, and McKinley Park)

• 60632 (Brighton Park, Gage Park)

• 60605 (South Loop)

If you are in a surrounding zip code, in person services may be possible but not guaranteed depending on schedule availability.

For those located outside these areas, we offer telehealth sessions as an option.

Session frequency and duration varies based on need and availability. After an evaluation, we will discuss recommendations. Sessions are 30 minutes in duration and typically scheduled 1-2 times per week between 9am - 4pm on weekdays.

Speech therapy helps people improve their ability to communicate. It can also help with problems like unclear speech, trouble understanding others, or difficulty swallowing. A certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) works with each person to create a treatment plan based on their needs. Therapy may include speaking exercises, games, and helpful tools to improve communication.

Speech therapy is often covered by health insurance, especially when it’s medically necessary such as for a diagnosed disorder like ASD. If you are planning to use your insurance, we will verify your insurance benefits before an evaluation is scheduled to provide a summary your benefits including any out of pocket cost, session cap, or required referrals.

If your child is not meeting speech and language milestones (like saying words by age 1 or sentences by age 2), struggles to pronounce certain sounds, or has trouble following directions, a speech evaluation is a good idea.

The length of therapy depends on the person's age, goals, and the severity of their challenges. Some people see improvement in a few weeks, while others may need ongoing support for several months or years. Consistency and home practice play a big role in progress.