Speech Therapy in Omaha, NE

Last updated: April 17, 2026

420 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Omaha, NE. 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.

420 providers in Omaha — showing 50 per page (page 5 of 9)

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 Omaha, NE

Finding the right speech-language pathologist for your child in Omaha 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 reason for referral — late talking, articulation, stuttering, feeding, or a language delay tied to autism. FindKidTherapy lists verified pediatric speech providers across the Omaha metro, from solo private practices in Dundee and Aksarben to larger programs at Children's Hospital & Medical Center, Boys Town, and the Munroe-Meyer Institute.

Omaha's pediatric SLP market runs deep but uneven by area. Demand has outpaced supply in recent years, so wait times tend to stretch longest at hospital-affiliated programs and shortest at teletherapy-first and solo practices in the suburbs. If your child is under three, you can often start sooner through Nebraska's Early Development Network rather than waiting on a private list.

Most Omaha 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 Omaha. First, here's what most 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 parent interview, and a written summary with goals. Bring any pediatrician notes or prior IEP/IFSP paperwork.

Insurance

Nebraska Medicaid, delivered through the Heritage Health managed-care program, covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 under the federal EPSDT provision, without an arbitrary annual visit cap while therapy remains medically necessary. Heritage Health plans commonly include Nebraska Total Care, Healthy Blue, and Molina Healthcare of Nebraska. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna commercial plans typically reimburse with prior authorization after the evaluation. Verify your specific plan before the first visit.

Typical wait times (reported, 2026 — varies)

Teletherapy-first 1–3 weeks · solo private practice 2–6 weeks · mid-sized clinics 4–10 weeks · hospital-affiliated (Children's, Boys Town, Munroe-Meyer) 8–16 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

Nebraska Early Development Network (Part C early intervention) — statewide referral line 1-888-806-6287; Douglas and Sarpy counties are served through Nebraska DHHS services coordination. Free, often in-home, with an IFSP developed within 45 days of referral.

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Omaha, NE

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

It depends on the provider type. Teletherapy-first practices typically start in 1–3 weeks, solo private practices in 2–6 weeks, and hospital-affiliated programs such as Children's Hospital & Medical Center or the Munroe-Meyer Institute in 8–16 weeks. If your child is under three, Nebraska's Early Development Network develops a service plan within 45 days of referral, which is often faster than a private wait-list.

Does Nebraska Medicaid cover speech therapy in Omaha?

Yes. Nebraska Medicaid, delivered through the Heritage Health managed-care program, covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 under the federal EPSDT provision, without an arbitrary annual visit cap while therapy remains medically necessary. Heritage Health plans commonly include Nebraska Total Care, Healthy Blue, and Molina Healthcare of Nebraska. Prior authorization is usually required after the initial evaluation.

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

Out-of-pocket evaluations in the Omaha area are typically reported at $200–$450 for a 60–90 minute session, with standard 30–45 minute therapy sessions around $100–$180. Many clinics offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured families — ask explicitly when you call. Figures vary by provider.

Can my child start speech therapy before age 3 in Omaha?

Often, yes. Nebraska's Early Development Network provides Part C early intervention for children from birth to age 3. You can self-refer through the statewide line at 1-888-806-6287; in Douglas and Sarpy counties, services are coordinated through Nebraska DHHS. An Individualized Family Service Plan is developed within 45 days of referral, and services are free and frequently delivered in the home.

What should I bring to a first speech appointment in Omaha?

Bring your insurance card, any pediatrician referral or notes, and prior evaluation, IEP, or IFSP paperwork if you have it. A short list of the words or sounds your child uses, and your main concerns, helps the therapist tailor the evaluation.

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50 Speech Therapists in Omaha

Kara Focht, MS, CCC-SLP

Omaha, NE

Speech Therapy in Omaha, NE

Speech Therapy in Omaha, NE

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Omaha, NE

Other Therapy Types in Omaha

50 Speech Therapists in Omaha

Kara Focht, MS, CCC-SLP

Kara Harder, SLP

Karen Anderson, CCC-SLP

Karen Hux, Ph.D.

Karen Laikko, MS CCC SLP

Karen Larson

Kari Haith, M.S. CCC-SLP

Kari Johnson, SLP/CFY

Karlynn Mizell, M.S.Ed., CF-SLP

Kassandra Johnson, MS

Kate Mohr, SLP

Katherine Johnson

Kathleen Artz

Kathleen Guinane

Kathleen Markin

Kathryn Anderson, MACCCSLP

Kathryn Hastings, M.S., SLP-CCC

Katiana Fischer

Katie Brennan, MS, CCC-SLP

Katie Hansen, MS, CCC-SLP

Katie Korth

Kayla Brown

Kaylee Flynn

Kebbelin Himmelberg, MS CCC SLP

Keegan Koehlinger, MA

Keely Greenlee, M.S., CCC-SLP

Kelene Langenfeld

Kelly Callahan, MS CCC-SLP

Kelly Frey, SLP

Kelly Friesen

Kelly Gowen, CCC-SLP

Kelly Koch, MS, CCC-SLP

Kelly Madison, CCC-SLP

Kelsey Anzai, MS, CF-SLP

Kelsey Fischer

Kelsey Graumann

Kelsey Humphrey

Kelsey Lacy, M.S. CCC-SLP

Kendra Brandt

Kendra Brink, M.A. CCC-SLP

Keri Cradduck

Kimberly Gates

Kirsten Jorgensen

Kjerstin Aman, M.S. CFY-SLP/L

Krista Honig, MS-SLP

Kristen Henderson, M.S. CCC-SLP

Kristine Kula, SLP-CCC

Kylee Fernholz

Kynleigh Hill

Lacy Albrecht

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