Speech Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

Last updated: April 17, 2026

197 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Oklahoma City, OK. 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.

197 providers in Oklahoma City — showing 50 per page (page 4 of 4)

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 Oklahoma City, OK

Finding the right speech-language pathologist for your child in Oklahoma City 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 concern — late talking, articulation, stuttering, or a language delay tied to autism. FindKidTherapy lists verified pediatric speech providers across the OKC metro, from solo private practices in Edmond and Nichols Hills to larger clinics near Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health, INTEGRIS Health, and SSM Health St. Anthony.

Oklahoma City's pediatric SLP market runs reasonably deep but varies by neighborhood. Wait times tend to 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 Oklahoma's SoonerStart early-intervention program rather than waiting on a private list.

Most OKC families begin 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 Oklahoma City. 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 parent interview, and a written summary with goals. Bring any pediatrician notes or prior IEP/IFSP paperwork.

Insurance

SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid, via OHCA) covers medically necessary speech therapy for children under 21 under the federal EPSDT benefit. Many members are enrolled through SoonerSelect plans — commonly Aetna Better Health of Oklahoma, Humana Healthy Horizons, and Oklahoma Complete Health. Commercial plans such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Aetna typically reimburse with prior authorization after the evaluation. Verify your specific plan before the first visit.

Typical wait times (reported, 2026)

Teletherapy-first 1–3 weeks · solo private practice 2–6 weeks · mid-sized clinics 4–10 weeks · hospital-affiliated programs 8–14 weeks. Varies by provider.

Start sooner if under 3

SoonerStart (Oklahoma Part C early intervention, Oklahoma State Department of Health). Evaluation and service coordination at no cost to families; the initial evaluation and IFSP meeting are required within 45 days of referral, often faster than a private wait-list. Ask your pediatrician for a referral [verify current SoonerStart referral line].

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

How long is the wait for pediatric speech therapy in Oklahoma City?

It depends on the provider type. Teletherapy-first practices typically start in 1 to 3 weeks, solo private practices in 2 to 6 weeks, mid-sized clinics in 4 to 10 weeks, and hospital-affiliated programs in 8 to 14 weeks. If your child is under three, SoonerStart is required to hold the initial evaluation and IFSP meeting within 45 days of referral, which is often faster than a private wait-list.

Does SoonerCare cover speech therapy in Oklahoma City?

Yes. SoonerCare, Oklahoma's Medicaid program administered by the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children under 21 through the federal EPSDT benefit. Many members receive services through SoonerSelect plans, commonly Aetna Better Health of Oklahoma, Humana Healthy Horizons, and Oklahoma Complete Health. Prior authorization is usually required after the initial evaluation, and details vary by plan.

What does a first speech evaluation in Oklahoma City cost without insurance?

Out-of-pocket evaluations in the OKC area are typically reported at around 200 to 450 dollars for a 60 to 90 minute session, with standard 30 to 45 minute therapy sessions commonly reported at 100 to 180 dollars. Figures vary by provider, and many clinics offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured families, so it is worth asking about payment options when you call.

Can my child start speech therapy before age three in Oklahoma?

Yes. Oklahoma's SoonerStart program provides Part C early intervention for children from birth to age three with developmental concerns. Evaluation and service coordination are provided at no cost to families, and services are often delivered in the home. It is frequently a faster entry point than a private wait-list. Ask your pediatrician for a referral or contact SoonerStart directly.

Does insurance cover teletherapy speech sessions in Oklahoma?

Many SoonerCare and commercial plans in Oklahoma reimburse teletherapy speech sessions, though coverage terms and any authorization requirements vary by plan. Teletherapy-first practices also tend to report the shortest wait times in the OKC metro. Confirm telehealth coverage with your specific insurer before scheduling.

Other Therapy Types in Oklahoma City

Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy ABA Therapy Feeding Therapy Sensory Integration

47 Speech Therapists in Oklahoma City

Mindy Erickson, MS, CCC-SLP

Oklahoma City, OK

Speech Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

Speech Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Oklahoma City, OK

Other Therapy Types in Oklahoma City

47 Speech Therapists in Oklahoma City

Mindy Erickson, MS, CCC-SLP

Mindy Hughes, M.S., CCC-SLP

Misty Blankenship, M.S.,CCC,SLP

Molly Biggs

Molly Brooks, M.A., CFY-SLP

Molly Garner, SLP

Nanette Barnett, M.S.,CCC-SLP

Natalie Angel, CF-SLP

Neyda Hermosillo, MS CCC SLP

Patricia Burk, SLP

Peter Keates, CCC-SLP

Randel Derose, M.A., CCC-SLP

Randolph Deal, Ph.D.

Robin Holcomb, MEd. CCC-SLP

Ryan Hughes

Sandra Haggard, MS, CCC/SLP

Sandra Hernandez, B.S.,SLPA

Sarah Brown, M.S.

Shanun Gibson, M.S.,CCC/SLP

Shelly Hobbs

Sheridan Gray, MS, CF-SLP

Sophia Banos

Stephanie Anderson, MS, CCC-SLP

Stephanie Garrett, MS CCC-SLP

Stephanie Isbell, MA CCC-SLP

Susan Benson, PH.D.

Susan Gray, Speech Pathologist

Tabor Burk, M.S., CCC-SLP

Tamara Elder, CCC-SLP

Tara Branstetter, M.S.

Tatiana Jamerson, MA-SLP-CF

Taylor Denham, M.S., CCC-SLP

Teresa Caraway, PHD

Terri Bosnyak, M.S., CCC-SLP

Tessa Hixon, M.S., CCC-SLP

Tiffany Eustace, SLP

Tracy Brown, SLP

Tracy Goebel, M.Ed.,CCC,SLP

Tracy Grammer, MS, CCC-SLP

Trisha Boss

Tyelinda Baumgardner, MS, CCC-SLP

Virginia Howard, M.S., CCC-SLP

Visani Colon, MS

Wendelyn Demoss, CCC-SLP

Whitney Fairsheets, M.S.CCC-SLP

Whittney Howard, MS, CF-SLP

Zuri Holder

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