Speech Therapy in Chattanooga, TN

Last updated: April 17, 2026

56 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Chattanooga, TN. 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.

56 providers in Chattanooga — showing 50 per page (page 1 of 2)

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Speech Therapy in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga 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 verified pediatric speech providers across the Chattanooga area, from clinics in North Shore, East Brainerd, Hixson, and downtown to programs affiliated with Children's Hospital at Erlanger and the Siskin Children's Institute programs.

Chattanooga anchors southeast Tennessee, and families travel in from Hixson, Ooltewah, East Ridge, and Cleveland. Chattanooga's pediatric supply is anchored by the Siskin Children's Institute and Erlanger; families also travel in from North Georgia. 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, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) can often start services faster than a private wait-list.

Below are the speech providers currently active in Chattanooga — 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 Tennessee licensed and holds the ASHA CCC-SLP credential.

Insurance

Tennessee Medicaid (TennCare) covers medically necessary speech therapy for children, delivered through TennCare managed-care organizations BlueCare Tennessee, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint. Commercial plans (BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare) 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 2–6 weeks · mid-sized clinics 4–10 weeks · hospital-affiliated (Erlanger Children's, Siskin) 8–13 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS), the Part C system administered by the Tennessee 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 Chattanooga, TN

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

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, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) is often faster than a private wait-list.

Does Tennessee Medicaid (TennCare) cover speech therapy in Chattanooga?

Yes. Tennessee Medicaid (TennCare) covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children, delivered through TennCare managed-care organizations BlueCare Tennessee, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint. 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 Hixson or elsewhere in the Chattanooga area?

The Chattanooga area spans southeast Tennessee, so travel time matters. Use the provider list below to find speech therapists by area, including North Shore, East Brainerd, Hixson, and downtown. A teletherapy-first practice can remove the commute entirely.

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

Out-of-pocket evaluations in the Chattanooga area are typically reported at $175–$400 for a 60–90 minute session, with standard 30–45 minute therapy sessions around $90–$160. Many clinics offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured families; ask explicitly when you call.

Can my child get speech therapy through Hamilton County Schools?

Yes, when the delay affects educational performance. Hamilton County Schools 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 Chattanooga families also pursue private therapy in parallel. The two are not mutually exclusive.

How do I start the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) for a child under 3 in Chattanooga?

the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) is the state's Part C program, run through the Tennessee 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.

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50 Speech Therapists in Chattanooga

Abigail Anderson, MS/SLP-CCC

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Speech Therapy in Chattanooga, TN

Speech Therapy in Chattanooga, TN

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Chattanooga, TN

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50 Speech Therapists in Chattanooga

Abigail Anderson, MS/SLP-CCC

Alyssa Camp, CF-SLP

Audrey Byrd, MS, CCC-SLP

Audry Garrett, MS, CCC-SLP

Baylee Dinin, SLP-CCC

Carly Emerson, M.S. CCC-SLP

Carolyn Carter

Catherine Armstrong, SLP-CCC

Catherine Burriss, MA

Charlotte Castleberry, CCC-SLP

Charlotte Clark, SLP-CCC

Claudia Angulo

Courtney Adams, SLP-CCC

Cynthia Austin, M.A. CCC-SLP

Ellen Engle, SLP-CCC

Emily Fontana

Emily Fox

Felicia Bowers, CCC-SLP

Harry Burroughs, M.S. CCC-SLP

Heather Fannin, M.S. CCC-SLP

Holley Cox, SLP-CCC

Janet Demastus, SLP-CCC

Jennifer Atchley, CCC-SLP

Jennifer Geismar, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

Jessica Barrows

Jessica Dreger, MS-SLP

Joan Clark, CCC-SLP

Judith Campbell, CCC-SLP

Julianne Cantrell, SLP-CCC

Julie Ana Boozer

Julie Baird, SLP-CCC

Kathryn Cain, SLP

Kelly Booker, MS, CCC-SLP

Kelsey Blinn, CCC-SLP

Kristin Clark, SLP-CCC

Lacee Egawa

Laura Dyer, ccc-slp

Lauren Brandon, M.A. SLP, C.C.C

Leslie Culp, SLP

Madison Edens, SLP-CCC

Mandie Cunningham, CCC-SLP

Margaret Frazier, SLP-CCC

Martyna Dabrowski, SLP-CCC

Mary Colonna, SLP

Megan Anderson

Melissa Cooper, SLP-CCC

Nicole Batta, SLP-CCC

Pamela Bare, CCC-SLP

Rachel Burns, SLP-CCC

Samantha Dotzler, CCC-SLP

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