Speech Therapy in Olney, MD
Last updated: April 17, 2026
4 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Olney, MD. 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.
4 providers in Olney
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Speech Therapy in Olney, MD
Speech therapy is the most common first stop for Olney parents, usually after a pediatrician visit at MedStar Montgomery or a note from a preschool teacher about late talking, hard-to-understand speech, stuttering, or a language delay. FindKidTherapy lists the pediatric speech-language pathologists currently serving Olney — a small verified group, with additional practices a short drive away in Rockville, Gaithersburg, Sandy Spring, and Silver Spring.
Olney's a compact market, so the practical question is less "who's the best" and more "who has an opening, takes my plan, and works on what my child is actually working on." Pediatric SLPs specialize: articulation and phonology, early language and late talking, fluency, feeding and swallowing, AAC, and language differences tied to autism are all different day-to-day practices. It's a fair question to ask on the first call.
Most families start with an evaluation appointment, commonly reported at 60–90 minutes, followed by a written report with goals and a recommended session schedule — often weekly 30–45 minute sessions. Teletherapy is widely available in Maryland and is frequently the fastest route to a first appointment for school-age children.
Below are the speech providers active in Olney. First, here's what local parents tell us they wish they'd known before booking.
What to expect
The first visit is an evaluation, not treatment. Expect play-based or standardized assessment depending on age, a parent interview about history and daily communication, and a written summary with goals. Bring pediatrician notes, hearing screening results if you have them, and any prior IEP or IFSP paperwork — many providers ask for a physician referral before they'll bill insurance.
Ask about specialty fit
Articulation, early language, fluency/stuttering, feeding, and AAC are distinct areas of practice. In a market this size it's worth asking directly whether the provider regularly works with your child's specific area rather than assuming a general pediatric caseload covers it.
Insurance
Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 under the federal EPSDT provision, delivered through your HealthChoice managed care organization; a referral and prior authorization are commonly required, and visit limits that apply to adults generally do not cap medically necessary pediatric care. Commercial coverage in Montgomery County most often runs through CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, or UnitedHealthcare — these typically reimburse after the evaluation with prior authorization, though plans differ sharply on whether they treat developmental speech delay as covered versus excluded. Verify your plan's language before the first visit, and confirm the provider is in network.
Typical costs without insurance (reported, varies)
Montgomery County families commonly report private-pay evaluations in the low-to-mid hundreds for a 60–90 minute session, with ongoing sessions priced per 30–45 minute visit. Ask whether the practice offers sliding-scale or package rates — several in the corridor do, but rarely advertise it.
Typical wait times (reported, varies by provider)
Teletherapy-first practices are commonly reported as the fastest to a first appointment, solo private practices next, and larger multidisciplinary or hospital-affiliated programs the longest. Because the Olney list is short, parents often call the wider Rockville/Silver Spring corridor in parallel rather than waiting on one list.
Under 3 or school-age
Birth to three, contact the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program (Maryland's Part C system, part of the Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program) — evaluation and, if eligible, an IFSP meeting are required within 45 days of referral, and services are commonly delivered in the home or child care setting at no cost to the family. For age 3 and up, Montgomery County Public Schools Child Find evaluates for school-based speech services; families may also continue early-intervention services under Maryland's Extended IFSP option. School services and private therapy are not mutually exclusive — many Olney families use both.
Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Olney, MD
How long is the wait for pediatric speech therapy in Olney, MD?
Wait times vary by provider type and are worth confirming on the first call. Teletherapy-first practices are commonly reported as the quickest route to a first appointment, solo private practices next, and larger multidisciplinary or hospital-affiliated programs the longest. Because Olney has a small local roster, many families call several providers across the Rockville, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring corridor at the same time rather than waiting on a single list. For children under three, the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program operates on a federally required 45-day timeline from referral to the IFSP meeting.
Does Maryland Medicaid cover speech therapy for children?
Maryland Medical Assistance covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 under the federal EPSDT provision. Services are delivered through your HealthChoice managed care organization, and a physician referral plus prior authorization are commonly required after the evaluation. Visit limits that apply to adult coverage generally do not cap medically necessary care for children. Requirements differ by HealthChoice plan, so confirm with your plan and with the provider before scheduling.
What does a speech evaluation cost in the Olney area without insurance?
Private-pay pricing varies by practice and is not standardized. Montgomery County families commonly report evaluations in the low-to-mid hundreds of dollars for a 60 to 90 minute session, with ongoing therapy priced per 30 to 45 minute visit. Some practices offer sliding-scale rates or prepaid session packages but do not advertise them, so it is worth asking directly. Always confirm current pricing with the provider.
My child gets speech services at school — do we still need private therapy?
That is a decision for you and your child's team, and many Olney families do both. School-based services through Montgomery County Public Schools are provided under an IEP and are scoped to educational need, which can mean a different frequency, group format, or goal set than private therapy. Private therapy is scoped to medical necessity and billed through insurance. Parents commonly compare the two on session frequency, individual versus group format, and whether the goals overlap or address different areas.
Does teletherapy work for speech therapy?
Teletherapy is widely available from Maryland-licensed SLPs and is often the fastest route to a first appointment, which matters in a small market like Olney. Suitability depends on the child's age, attention, and the specific area being addressed. Providers frequently note that feeding and swallowing work is not a good teletherapy fit, while many articulation and language goals for school-age children translate well. Ask the provider how they handle your child's specific situation, and confirm your plan covers telehealth for therapy services.
Where do I start if my child is under three?
Contact the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program, the local arm of the Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program, which is Maryland's Part C early intervention system. A parent, pediatrician, or child care provider can make the referral, and federal timelines require an evaluation and, if the child is eligible, an IFSP meeting within 45 days. Services are commonly delivered in the home or child care setting at no cost to the family. Around the third birthday, families choose between Montgomery County Public Schools Child Find for preschool special education and Maryland's Extended IFSP option.
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Information is provided for general guidance and may change. Always verify directly with the program, plan, or provider before relying on these details for treatment decisions.
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4 Speech Therapists in Olney
Deborah Betts, M.S.
Olney, MD
Speech-Language Pathology provider in Olney, MD
301-924-3021
Emily Cantor, MS, CCC-SLP
Olney, MD
Speech-Language Pathology provider in Olney, MD
301-570-7505
Ilona Benderson, SLP-CCC
Olney, MD
Speech-Language Pathology provider in Olney, MD
410-802-4985
Lisa Blassingame, M.A., CCC-SLP
Olney, MD
Speech-Language Pathology provider in Olney, MD
240-740-3400
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About Speech Therapy for Children in Olney, MD
Speech Therapy can make a significant difference in your child's development. If you're looking for pediatric speech therapy providers in Olney, our directory can help you find qualified, experienced therapists who specialize in working with children.
What is Speech Therapy?
Speech-language pathologists help children with communication challenges including speech delays, language disorders, stuttering, and articulation difficulties.
Finding the Right Speech Therapist in Olney
When choosing a speech therapy provider for your child in Olney, Maryland, consider factors such as their experience with your child's specific needs, accepted insurance plans, location convenience, and whether they offer in-clinic, in-home, or telehealth sessions.
Signs Your Child May Benefit from Speech Therapy
Early intervention is key for pediatric therapy. If you notice your child struggling with age-appropriate milestones, talk to your pediatrician about whether speech therapy might help. Many families in Olney find that starting therapy early leads to better outcomes.