Speech Therapy in Knoxville, TN

Last updated: April 17, 2026

163 NPI-registered pediatric speech therapy providers serve Knoxville, 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.

163 providers in Knoxville — showing 50 per page (page 3 of 4)

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Speech Therapy in Knoxville, TN

Knoxville parents looking for a pediatric speech-language pathologist (commonly credentialed CCC-SLP) tend to want the same things sorted quickly: who has an opening soon, who is in-network with their plan, and who has worked with their child's particular issue — a late talker, articulation, stuttering, or a language delay tied to autism. FindKidTherapy lists NPI-registered pediatric speech providers across the Knoxville area, from clinics in Bearden, West Knoxville, Fountain City, and Farragut to programs affiliated with East Tennessee Children's Hospital and the University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Knoxville sits at the center of a wide East Tennessee region, so families drive in from Maryville, Oak Ridge, and Sevierville, and travel time genuinely shapes the choice. Wait-lists run longest at the hospital systems and shortest at solo and teletherapy-first practices. The University of Tennessee's own speech and hearing clinic is another local option some families consider.

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 Knoxville — 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 through its managed-care organizations — BlueCare Tennessee, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint (formerly Amerigroup). Commercial plans (BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna, Aetna, 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 (East Tennessee Children's Hospital, UT Medical Center) 8–14 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

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 Knoxville, TN

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

It depends on the provider type. Teletherapy-first practices typically start in 1–3 weeks, solo private practices in 2–6 weeks, mid-sized clinics in 4–10 weeks, and hospital-affiliated programs in 8–14 weeks. If your child is under three, the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) is often faster than a private wait-list.

Does TennCare cover speech therapy in Knoxville?

Yes. Tennessee Medicaid (TennCare) covers medically necessary speech-language therapy for children, delivered through its 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 TennCare plan.

How do I find a speech therapist near Farragut, Bearden, or Oak Ridge?

The Knoxville area is spread across a wide East Tennessee region, so travel time matters. Use the provider list below to find speech therapists by area — Bearden, West Knoxville, Fountain City, Farragut, and nearby Oak Ridge and Maryville all have options. A teletherapy-first practice can remove the commute entirely.

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

Out-of-pocket evaluations in the Knoxville 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 Knox County Schools?

Yes, when the delay affects educational performance. Knox 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 Knoxville families also pursue private or community-based therapy in parallel to work on goals outside the school setting. The two are not mutually exclusive.

How do I start TEIS for a child under 3 in Knoxville?

The Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) is the state's Part C program, run through the Tennessee Department of Education and served locally by the East Tennessee regional office. 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 Knoxville

Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy ABA Therapy Feeding Therapy Sensory Integration

50 Speech Therapists in Knoxville

Lauren Crehan, M.S., CF-SLP

Knoxville, TN

Speech Therapy in Knoxville, TN

Speech Therapy in Knoxville, TN

Frequently asked questions — Speech Therapy in Knoxville, TN

Other Therapy Types in Knoxville

50 Speech Therapists in Knoxville

Lauren Crehan, M.S., CF-SLP

Lauren Fletcher, M.S., CCC-SLP

Lauryn Antrican, CCC-SLP

Lauryn Dills, M.S.

Leanne Culbertson, M.S., CF-SLP

Lillian Dennison

Lindsay Abrams, MS, CCC-SLP

Lisa Compton, MA

Lora Adzima

Luanna Dycus, M.A. CCC-SLP

Margaret Dempsey

Margina Busby, M.S., CCC-SLP

Marisa Belew, CCC-SLP

Mary Baker, M.S. CCC-SLP

Mary Buehler, M.A., CCC-SLP/A

Mary Davis, M.S., CF-SLP

Mary Gatlin, M.S. CCC-SLP

Meagan Couvillion, M.A. CF-SLP

Meagan Delaney, M.S., CF-SLP

Melinda Brenneise, COTA/L

Melissa Bridge, CCC-SLP

Meredith Cunningham, MS, CCC-SLP

Meredith Godbold, MSP, CCC-SLP

Mikaela Argyrakis, M.S. CF-SLP

Molly Baker Crofts, M.S. CCC-SLP

Molly Dobson, MA, SLP

Morgan Ashworth, MS CCC-SLP

Natalie Baese

Natalie Cannon

Nicole Compton, M.S., CF-SLP

Olga Carniello, M.S.

Olivia Crawford, M.S. CCC-SLP

Olivia Flynn

Rachel Corrin

Rachelle Gianaris, MA, CCC-SLP

Reagan Deskins, M.S, CF-SLP

Rebecca Embler, M.S. CCC-SLP

Rhonda Mitias, BCBA, LBA, CCC-SLP

Ruth Baker, M.S., CCC-SLP

Sara Buckley, M.A., CCC-SLP

Sara Dolinak, MSP, CCC-SLP

Sarah Altic, M.S. CCC-SLP

Sarah Boyle, M.A. CCC-SLP

Sarah Fortney, M.S. CCC-SLP

Shannon Argo, SLP

Sharrell Barnes, M.S. CCC-SLP

Shawnry Baker

Shaylee Garrett, M.S. CF-SLP

Shelynda Blakely

Sherri Allen

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