Local support for your child
Speech therapy for kids, close to home.
Find local speech support in California and Texas. Choose your state and city for contacts you can call and simple ways to talk and play together.
Speech Blubs is an app for practice at home. Local services provide evaluations and therapy.
Find your local guide
Choose your state and city
Start with the city guide for local speech support. You’ll also find links to nearby area guides for libraries, parks and everyday ideas.
California
10 citiesTexas
10 citiesCan’t find your city? The resources below can help you look for services where you live.
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Speech support outside the United States
Choose a country to find city guides in its local language.
A first step for your family
Where can you ask for help?
A speech-language pathologist can evaluate your child’s speech and language skills. Your child’s doctor, an early intervention program or your local school district can help you find a starting point.
Read ASHA’s guidance on finding helpFor babies and toddlers
If your child is under 3, ask your local early intervention program how to request an evaluation and learn about eligibility.
Learn about early intervention →For preschool and school-age children
Ask your local school district about a speech and language evaluation. If your child is already in school, their teacher or school office can help you find the right contact.
Read ASHA’s school guide (PDF) →For an individual appointment
You can also look for a speech-language pathologist. Ask whether they work with your child’s age group, which languages they offer and how payment or insurance works.
Search ASHA’s professional directory →Before you call
A few useful questions
Write down what worries you and a few examples of how your child communicates. When you contact a service, you can ask:
- How do I request an evaluation?
- Do you work with children my child’s age?
- Is there a waiting list, and what happens next?
- What will it cost, and is insurance or other support available?