Pediatric Speech Therapy
Communication is the foundation of learning, relationships, and independence. Our licensed speech-language pathologists work one-on-one with children to build the skills they need to express themselves, understand others, and thrive in school and life.
When should a child begin speech therapy?
If your child isn't saying their first words by 12 months, combining two words by 24 months, or is hard to understand by age 3 — those are signs worth acting on. Speech therapy can start as early as 12 months. The earlier a child gets support, the better the outcomes.
What we treat
Our speech-language pathologists are trained to evaluate and treat a wide range of communication disorders in children from infancy through adolescence.
- Expressive and receptive language development
- Articulation and phonological disorders
- Fluency and stuttering treatment
- Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
- Social communication and pragmatic language
- Feeding and swallowing therapy
- Early language intervention for toddlers
- School-age language and literacy support
Our approach
Every child receives a comprehensive evaluation before treatment begins. We identify the root cause of communication challenges and design a personalized therapy plan with clear, measurable goals.
Sessions are play-based and engaging — children learn best when they're having fun. We involve parents and caregivers in every step, providing home strategies to reinforce progress between sessions.
Questions parents ask us
Straight answers to the things families want to know before getting started.
When should a child begin speech therapy?
If your child isn't saying their first words by 12 months, combining two words by 24 months, or is difficult to understand by age 3, it's worth getting an evaluation. Speech therapy can begin as early as 12–18 months. Early intervention produces the best long-term outcomes — waiting to see if a child 'catches up' often means missing the most effective window.
How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
Common signs include: not babbling by 12 months, no first words by 16 months, not combining words by 24 months, hard to understand by age 3, leaving off word endings, struggling to follow simple directions, or avoiding talking altogether. If something feels off, trust your instincts — an evaluation will give you a clear picture.
My child is a late talker. Should I be worried?
Some late talkers do catch up on their own, but many benefit from early support. A speech-language pathologist can tell the difference between a child who is developing on their own timeline and one who needs targeted help. Getting an evaluation doesn't commit you to anything — it just gives you answers.
What causes speech and language delays in children?
Speech and language delays can have many causes — hearing loss, developmental differences like autism, neurological conditions, oral motor difficulties, or simply a child who needs more time and support. In many cases, there is no single identifiable cause. What matters most is identifying the delay early and getting the right support in place.
Does insurance cover speech therapy for children?
Kredo Health participates with a variety of insurance plans including Medicaid, CMS, United Healthcare, Cigna, Tricare, AMbetter, and Aetna for speech therapy services. Coverage and benefits vary by individual policy. Families should contact their insurance carrier directly to confirm their specific benefits and financial responsibility.
How long does speech therapy take?
It depends on your child's specific needs and goals. Some children make significant progress in a few months; others benefit from ongoing support over a year or more. Our therapists set clear, measurable goals and review progress with families regularly so you always know how your child is doing.
What happens during a speech therapy session?
Sessions are play-based and child-led — especially for younger children. Your child's therapist uses games, books, toys, and structured activities to target specific speech and language goals. Sessions typically last 45–60 minutes. Parents are encouraged to observe and learn strategies to practice at home between sessions.
Can speech therapy help with stuttering?
Yes. Our speech-language pathologists are trained in fluency disorders and work with children who stutter using evidence-based techniques. Treatment focuses on reducing the physical tension around stuttering, building confidence, and giving children tools to communicate effectively — not just on making speech 'fluent.'
Does your child struggle with eating?
Feeding therapy is a specialized area of speech-language pathology that addresses difficulties with eating, drinking, and swallowing. Our SLPs work alongside our occupational therapists to support children with picky eating, texture aversions, oral motor challenges, and mealtime distress.
Learn about feeding therapyWhy families choose Kredo Health
We're more than a therapy clinic. We're your partner — from the first phone call through every milestone your child reaches.
Every specialist your child needs, in one place
Speech therapy, occupational therapy, and ABA — all under one roof. No juggling appointments across three different clinics. No gaps in communication between providers. Just one team, focused on your child.
Your child's therapists actually talk to each other
When your child receives more than one service at Kredo Health, their therapists coordinate on shared goals and share what they're seeing. That means every session builds on the last — not in a silo.
You're part of the team, not just a bystander
We teach you the strategies your child's therapist uses so progress doesn't stop when the session ends. Parent involvement isn't optional here — it's built into how we work.
We believe in starting early
The earlier a child gets support, the more the brain can adapt and grow. We take early concerns seriously and work to get children into services quickly — because waiting rarely makes things easier.
Support that goes beyond the therapy room
We help families navigate insurance questions, school IEPs, referrals, and next steps. We're not just here for the session — we're here for the whole journey.
Your neighbors, not a national chain
We're a local clinic rooted in the West Orlando community — Windermere, Horizon West, Winter Garden, Clermont, and beyond. We know the schools, the pediatricians, and the families we serve.
Insurance questions? We can help
Kredo Health participates with a variety of insurance plans including Medicaid, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Tricare, and more. Our team is happy to discuss insurance participation and available services with your family.
Ready to see the difference for your family?
Request an evaluation — our team is here to discuss services and answer your insurance questions every step of the way.
Ready to get started?
Schedule a speech therapy evaluation today. We serve Windermere, Horizon West, Winter Garden, Clermont, and all of Central Florida.
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