Speech Therapy in Eugene, OR

Last updated: April 17, 2026

67 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Eugene, OR. 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.

67 providers in Eugene — showing 50 per page (page 1 of 2)

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Speech Therapy in Eugene, OR

Eugene parents searching for a pediatric speech-language pathologist (often credentialed CCC-SLP) are usually weighing three things at once: who can see their child soonest, who is in-network with their plan, and who understands their child's specific concern — a late talker, articulation, stuttering, or a language delay connected to autism. FindKidTherapy lists NPI-registered pediatric speech providers across the Eugene area, from clinics in south Eugene, the Whiteaker, west Eugene, and nearby Springfield to programs affiliated with PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center and the University of Oregon clinic programs.

Eugene anchors the southern Willamette Valley, and families travel in from Springfield, Cottage Grove, Junction City, and Creswell. Eugene–Springfield has solid speech and OT supply for its size; ABA supply is more modest, so joining more than one wait-list helps. Wait-lists run longest at the hospital systems and shortest at solo and teletherapy-first practices.

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

If your child is under three, Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) can often start services faster than a private wait-list.

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

What to expect

The first visit is an evaluation, not treatment — a play-based assessment, a parent interview, and a written report with goals. Bring pediatrician notes and any IEP/IFSP paperwork. Confirm the clinician is Oregon licensed and holds the ASHA CCC-SLP credential.

Insurance

the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) covers medically necessary speech therapy for children, delivered through coordinated care organizations (CCOs) such as PacificSource Community Solutions and Trillium Community Health Plan. Commercial plans (Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, PacificSource, Providence Health Plan, and Aetna) typically reimburse with prior authorization after the evaluation. Verify your specific plan first.

Typical wait times (reported, 2026)

Teletherapy-first 1–3 weeks · solo private practice 3–7 weeks · mid-sized clinics 5–10 weeks · hospital-affiliated (PeaceHealth Sacred Heart) 8–13 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE), the Part C system administered by the Oregon Department of Education. Services can include speech, OT, and PT, often in-home, under an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), at no cost to families.

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Eugene, OR

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

It depends on the provider type. Teletherapy-first practices typically start soonest, then solo private practices, then mid-sized clinics, with hospital-affiliated programs longest. If your child is under three, Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) is often faster than a private wait-list.

Does the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) cover speech therapy in Eugene?

Yes. the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children, delivered through coordinated care organizations (CCOs) such as PacificSource Community Solutions and Trillium Community Health Plan. Prior authorization is typically required after the evaluation. Confirm that your chosen practice is in-network with your specific plan.

How do I find a speech therapist near Springfield or elsewhere in the Eugene area?

The Eugene area spans the southern Willamette Valley, so travel time matters. Use the provider list below to find speech therapists by area, including south Eugene, the Whiteaker, west Eugene, and nearby Springfield. A teletherapy-first practice can remove the commute entirely.

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

Out-of-pocket evaluations in the Eugene area are typically reported at $200–$425 for a 60–90 minute session, with standard 30–45 minute therapy sessions around $100–$175. Many clinics offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured families; ask explicitly when you call.

Can my child get speech therapy through Eugene School District 4J?

Yes, when the delay affects educational performance. Eugene School District 4J provides speech-language services through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) at no cost when a child qualifies under IDEA. School-based therapy focuses on classroom communication goals; many Eugene families also pursue private therapy in parallel. The two are not mutually exclusive.

How do I start Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) for a child under 3 in Eugene?

Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) is the state's Part C program, run through the Oregon Department of Education. You can refer your own child; eligible children receive a multidisciplinary evaluation at no cost, and services — which can include speech, OT, and PT — are delivered under an Individualized Family Service Plan, frequently in the home.

Other Therapy Types in Eugene

Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy ABA Therapy Feeding Therapy Sensory Integration

50 Speech Therapists in Eugene

Alison Epperly, M.S., CCC-SLP

Eugene, OR

Speech Therapy in Eugene, OR

Speech Therapy in Eugene, OR

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Eugene, OR

Other Therapy Types in Eugene

50 Speech Therapists in Eugene

Alison Epperly, M.S., CCC-SLP

Amanda Duquette, M.S. CCC-SLP

Amy Garnett, M.S., CCC-SLP

Betsy Bell

Betty Campbell-Ross

Brandelyn Fowkes, M.S. CCC-SLP

Caitlin Dutterer, SLP

Candace Gouge, MS, CCC-SLP

Carly Dellard

Corynne Byers, SLP

Crystal Adame

Donna Jones, MS, CCC-SLP

Eden Finney

Elise Johnston

Emily Adler Mosqueda, M.S., CCC-SLP

Emily Garrett, CCC-SLP

Eric Lame, SLP

Hannah Larson, CCC-SLP

Heidi Grigsby, SLP

Hillary Brewer, CCC-SLP

Iris Chin

Janice Johnson, MS, CCC-SLP

Jennifer Ford

Jennifer Greenlaw, M.S., CCC-SLP

Jesse Billow, SLP

Jessica Fanning, PhD, CCC-SLP

Joanna Mari Guhit, M.S., CCC-SLP

Julie Campbell-Kaswell

Kari Glenwinkel, SLP

Kate Griffith

Katharine Ankeny, SLP

Katherine Domagala, M.S., CCC-SLP

Kathleen Hoffer, PhD

Kathryn Coles

Kerry Bradley, SLP

Kimberly Giansante

Kimberly Kufner

Kristina Fredette

Kyra Carroll, CCC-SLP

Linda Hesketh, SLP

Lindsay Leahey

Margret Crockett

Mark Detweiler, M.S., CCC-SLP

Mckenzie Greenblatt, MS, SLP-CCC

Megan Izzo

Megan Lebo, MS, CCC-SLP

Michelle Bunn, SLP

Michelynah Anderegg, SLP

Molly Barry, MS, CCC-SLP

Molly Grant, CC C -SLP

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