Speech Therapy in Jacksonville, FL

Last updated: April 17, 2026

46 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Jacksonville, FL. 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.

46 providers in Jacksonville

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Speech Therapy in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville parents looking for a pediatric speech-language pathologist usually want to know who can see their child soonest, who takes their insurance, and who has experience with their child's particular challenge — a late talker, articulation, stuttering, or a language delay tied to autism. FindKidTherapy lists NPI-registered pediatric speech providers across Duval County and the wider First Coast, from clinics in San Marco, Mandarin, and the Beaches to programs affiliated with Wolfson Children's Hospital and Nemours Children's Health.

Jacksonville is geographically spread out, so location matters more here than in denser metros — a provider on the Southside may be impractical for a family at the Beaches or in Orange Park. Wait-lists run longest at the major hospital systems and shortest at solo and teletherapy-first practices.

A typical path is a 60–90 minute evaluation, then weekly 30–45 minute sessions, with many clinics coordinating speech alongside occupational or feeding therapy.

If your child is under three, Duval County's Early Steps program can often start services faster than a private list.

Below are the speech providers currently active in Jacksonville — and first, what local parents wish they'd known.

What to expect

First visit is an evaluation — play-based assessment, parent interview, written goals. Bring pediatrician notes and any IEP/IFSP paperwork.

Insurance

Florida Medicaid covers medically necessary speech therapy for under-21 (EPSDT, no annual cap while medically necessary). Region 4 (Duval/First Coast) MMA plans commonly include Sunshine Health, Humana Healthy Horizons, Aetna Better Health, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Florida Blue, Cigna, and Aetna commercial plans typically reimburse with prior authorization after the evaluation.

Typical wait times (reported, 2026)

Teletherapy 1–3 weeks · solo practice 2–6 weeks · mid-sized clinics 4–10 weeks · hospital-affiliated (Wolfson, Nemours) 8–14 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

Florida Early Steps — statewide intake 1-800-218-0001; Duval County is served through the Northeast Florida regional program. Free, often in-home, within 45 days of an eligibility decision.

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Jacksonville, FL

How long is the wait for pediatric speech therapy in Jacksonville?

Teletherapy-first practices typically start in 1–3 weeks, solo private practices in 2–6 weeks, mid-sized clinics in 4–10 weeks, and hospital-affiliated programs (Wolfson, Nemours) in 8–14 weeks. Children under three can often begin faster through Duval County's Early Steps program, which is mandated to start services within 45 days of an eligibility decision.

Does Florida Medicaid cover speech therapy in Jacksonville?

Yes. Florida Medicaid covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 under EPSDT. In the Jacksonville area (Region 4), common Managed Medical Assistance plans include Sunshine Health, Humana Healthy Horizons, Aetna Better Health, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Prior authorization is typically required after the evaluation.

How do I find a speech therapist near the Beaches or Orange Park?

Jacksonville is spread out, so location is a real factor. Use the provider list below to find speech therapists by area — Southside, Mandarin, San Marco, the Beaches, and Orange Park all have options. A teletherapy-first practice can also remove the drive entirely.

What does a speech evaluation cost in Jacksonville without insurance?

Out-of-pocket evaluations are typically reported at $200–$450 for 60–90 minutes, with standard sessions around $100–$180. Many clinics offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured families — ask when you call.

Can my child do speech teletherapy in Jacksonville?

Yes. Florida's telehealth parity law means most major insurers reimburse telehealth speech therapy. Given Jacksonville's geography, teletherapy can be especially practical and often has the shortest wait-list.

How do I start Florida Early Steps in Duval County?

If your child is under three, you can self-refer to Florida Early Steps — no pediatrician referral needed. Call 1-800-218-0001; Duval County families are served through the Northeast Florida regional program. Services can include speech, OT, and PT, often in the home.

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Aegis Group Practice, LLC

Alexandria Amodeo, M.A.

Alicia Bernet

Amarilys Bachiller

Amy Beyer, SLP

A Sorells Speech Solutions, LLC

Bridget Beck, MS CCC-SLP

Cathi Allison, med/ccc-slp

Claire Avey

Claudine Bazelais, SLP

Danielle Annal

Dorothy Bourgeois, CCC-SLP

Elisabeth Baker, M.S.

Elizabeth Adeyemo, CCC-SLP

Elizabeth Bond, M.S., CF-SLP

Enak Alfonso

Grace Alleman, SLP

Jacklyn Bethune

Jessica Bajana, M.A., CCC-SLP

Jessica Beasley, CCC-SLP

Kamica Baker

Katerina Atanasova, CCC-SLP

Kathryn Altenbach

Kellam Black, S.L.P.

Kelsey Bolks, M.A., CCC-SLP

Kelsi Allenbach, M.S. CCC-SLP

Kirsten Bowens

Laurel Barrett

Lauren Billingsley, M.A.

Loria Austin, CCC-SLP

Lori Allen, M.S. CCC-SLP

Lyndsay Barrera, MS, CCC-SLP

Madelynn Adams

Maria Ballester-Nieto, M.A.

Marissa Bartley, M.S., SLP

Meghan Alexander, MEd, CF-SLP

Melissa Amerson, S.L.P.

Meniollenne Alexis

Monica Aragon

Rosalind Beckwith-Brown, MS,CCC-SLP

Sharon Batenhorst, MS, CCC-SLP

Sophia Beal, M.A. CCC-SLP

Susan Allen, speech pathologist

Tiffany Bell, M.S., CCC-SLP

Zachalis Borkowski, M.A.

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