Speech Therapy in Washington, DC

Last updated: April 17, 2026

621 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Washington, DC. Each listing includes the provider's name, location, specialties, listed credentials, and current new-patient status, with a link to the full profile and to verify the provider in the official ASHA registry. Listings refreshed from the NPPES registry April 2026.

621 providers in Washington — showing 50 per page (page 3 of 13)

How we vet: Every listing starts from the provider's federal CMS NPI record and is refreshed from the registry on a recurring schedule, with direct links to the certification or state-licensing body for its specialty so you can verify credentials at the source. We do not accept paid placement. Read our full verification methodology.

Speech Therapy in Washington, DC

Finding the right speech-language pathologist for your child in Washington, DC means weighing a few things at once: how soon you can be seen, whether the clinic takes your insurance, and whether the therapist has experience with your child's specific challenge — late talking, articulation, stuttering, or a language delay tied to autism. FindKidTherapy lists pediatric speech providers across the District, from solo practices in Ward 3 (Tenleytown, Cleveland Park) and Ward 6 (Capitol Hill) to larger clinics near Children's National Hospital and the MedStar Georgetown network.

DC's pediatric SLP market runs deep but uneven by neighborhood. Demand has grown faster than supply, so wait times stretch longest at hospital-affiliated programs and shortest at teletherapy-first and solo practices. If your child is under three, you can often start sooner through Strong Start — the DC Early Intervention Program — rather than waiting on a private list.

Most DC families start with a 60–90 minute evaluation, then move into weekly 30–45 minute sessions. Many clinics coordinate speech alongside occupational or feeding therapy when a child needs more than one discipline — a common pattern for children with autism or sensory-feeding overlap.

Below you'll find the speech providers currently active in Washington, DC. First, here's what local parents tell us they wish they'd known before their first call.

What to expect

A first visit is an evaluation, not treatment — expect play-based assessment, a caregiver interview, and a written summary with goals. Bring any pediatrician notes or prior IEP/IFSP paperwork.

Insurance

DC Medicaid covers medically necessary speech therapy for children under 21 through the federal EPSDT benefit (no annual visit cap while medically necessary). District managed-care plans commonly include AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Community Health Plan DC, and MedStar Family Choice DC; some children are covered through HSCSN. Commercial plans common in DC — CareFirst, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare — typically reimburse, generally with prior authorization after the evaluation. Verify your specific plan before the first visit.

Typical wait times (reported, varies)

teletherapy-first 1–3 weeks · solo private practice 2–6 weeks · mid-sized clinics 4–10 weeks · hospital-affiliated (Children's National, MedStar Georgetown) 8–14 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

Strong Start — the DC Early Intervention Program (IDEA Part C), run by OSSE — is free, often in-home, and mandated to begin services within 45 days of an eligibility decision. Referral line (202) 727-3665 [verify]. Children ages 3–5 are served through DCPS Early Stages.

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Washington, DC

How long is the wait for pediatric speech therapy in Washington, DC?

It depends on the provider type. Teletherapy-first practices typically report starting in 1–3 weeks, solo private practices in 2–6 weeks, and hospital-affiliated programs in 8–14 weeks. If your child is under three, Strong Start — the DC Early Intervention Program — is mandated to begin services within 45 days of an eligibility decision, which is often faster than a private waitlist.

Does DC Medicaid cover speech therapy?

Yes. DC Medicaid covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 through the federal EPSDT benefit, with no annual visit cap while therapy remains medically necessary. District managed-care plans commonly include AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia, CareFirst Community Health Plan DC, and MedStar Family Choice DC. Prior authorization is usually required after the initial evaluation.

What does a first speech evaluation in DC cost without insurance?

Out-of-pocket evaluations in the DC area are typically reported in a range that varies by provider for a 60–90 minute session, with standard 30–45 minute therapy sessions billed separately. Many clinics offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured families — ask directly when you call, as pricing varies.

Can my child start speech services before age three in DC?

Yes. Strong Start, the DC Early Intervention Program run by OSSE under IDEA Part C, serves children from birth to age 3 and is often free and delivered in the home. It is mandated to begin services within 45 days of an eligibility decision. Children ages 3–5 are served through DCPS Early Stages.

Do DC speech clinics coordinate with occupational or feeding therapy?

Many do. It is common in the District for a child working across more than one area — such as autism or sensory-feeding overlap — to receive speech alongside occupational or feeding therapy. Ask each provider whether they offer coordinated scheduling, as availability varies.

Other Therapy Types in Washington

Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy ABA Therapy Feeding Therapy Sensory Integration

50 Speech Therapists in Washington

Candace Thomas, SLP-CFY

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Speech Therapy in Washington, DC

Speech Therapy in Washington, DC

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Washington, DC

Other Therapy Types in Washington

50 Speech Therapists in Washington

Candace Thomas, SLP-CFY

Candace Van Der Stelt, CCC-SLP

Carleton Levert, M.S., CCC-SLP

Carly Shearer, M.S.,CF-SLP

Carol Beswick

Caroline Hahn

Carolyn Noelke, CCC-SLP

Carrie Balazs, M.Ed, CCC-SLP

Carrie Ormonde, MS SLP

Caryn Heskey Heskey, MS

Casey Leins, M.S., CCC-SLP

Casey Mulhall, M.S., CCC-SLP

Cassandra Brown

Cassandra Osborne

Catherine Coughlan

Catherine Krueger, MHS

Catherine Snider

Celena Chun, CF-SLP

Celeste Dilauro

Chanel Blaylock, MS CCC-SLP

Charlotte Sturgill

Chauntae John-Toussaint, M.S.CCC-SLP

Chelsea Blanks, M.A., CCC-SLP

Chelsea Hammond

Cheryle Saunders Crawford, Ed.D

Cheryl Swit, M.S., CCC-SLP

Chiara Dolberry

Chloe Cassio

Chloe Infinito

Christal Cudworth, MS, CCC/SLP

Christian Zapata, CF-SLP

Christia Streletz, MS CCC-SLP

Christie Panfile, MS CCC-SLP

Christine Del Toro, SLP

Christin Mentrikoski, M.S., CCC-SLP

Christopher Haslam

Christopher Ritthaler, M.S.

Cindy Sherman, Ph.D.

Clare Ford

Claudina Barrera, Speech Pathologist

Colin Wilson, MD

Constance Williams

Cora Sagar, M.S., CF-SLP

Corie-Mae Bell, SLP-D, CCC-SLP

Corinne Zmoos

Corry Summerville, SLP

Courtney Hall, MS, CCC-SLP

Courtney Jones

Cristin Brophy, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

Dana Sasse, CCC-SLP

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