Q: How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?

Your child may benefit from speech therapy if they: Have a limited vocabulary for their age Are difficult to understand Have trouble following directions Become frustrated when communicating Stutter or repeat sounds, words, or phrases Are not meeting expected speech and language milestones Have difficulty interacting with family members or peers If you have concerns about your child's communication skills, a speech and language evaluation can help determine whether speech therapy is appropriate.

Q: How do I get started with speech therapy?

Getting started is simple. Contact Blossom Speech Therapy to schedule a free consultation. We'll discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and help determine the best next steps for your child's communication development. Whether you're concerned about a speech delay, language delay, social communication skills, or early language development, we're here to help. Schedule a Speech and Language Consultation Looking for a pediatric speech therapist in Walnut Creek, Concord, Pleasant Hill, Clayton, Lafayette, Alamo or in surrounding Contra Costa County areas? Blossom Speech Therapy provides comprehensive speech and language evaluations, early intervention services, pediatric speech therapy, and individualized treatment plans designed to help children reach their communication goals. Click here to schedule your free consultation.

Question 1

How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?

Accepted Answer

Your child may benefit from speech therapy if they:
​
Have a limited vocabulary for their age
Are difficult to understand
Have trouble following directions
Become frustrated when communicating
Stutter or repeat sounds, words, or phrases
Are not meeting expected speech and language milestones
Have difficulty interacting with family members or peers
​​
If you have concerns about your child's communication skills, a speech and language evaluation can help determine whether speech therapy is appropriate.

Question 2

What ages can benefit from speech therapy?

Accepted Answer

Speech therapy can help children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, and teenagers.
​
A pediatric speech-language pathologist can help with:
​
Speech delays
Language delays
Articulation disorders
Social communication skills
Stuttering and fluency disorders
Receptive language difficulties
Expressive language difficulties
​​
Blossom Speech Therapy provides individualized speech therapy services for children throughout Walnut Creek, Concord, Pleasant Hill, Clayton, and surrounding Contra Costa County communities.

Question 3

Do I need a referral for a speech and language evaluation?

Accepted Answer

No. A physician referral is not required to schedule a speech and language evaluation or begin speech therapy services at Blossom Speech Therapy.
​
If you plan to seek out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance company, we recommend contacting your insurance provider to determine whether a referral is required for reimbursement.

Question 4

How long are speech therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Most pediatric speech therapy sessions are between 30 and 60 minutes in length.
​
Session duration depends on factors such as:
​
Your Child's age
Communication needs
Therapy goals
Individualized treatment plan
​​
We recommend the session length that will best support your child's success.

Question 5

How often will my child need speech therapy?

Accepted Answer

Speech therapy frequency is individualized based on your child's needs and goals.
​
Many children attend speech therapy once per week, while others may benefit from more frequent services. Recommendations are based on evaluation results, developmental needs, and family goals.
​
Progress is monitored regularly, and therapy plans are adjusted as skills develop.

Question 6

How long does speech therapy take?

Accepted Answer

The length of speech therapy varies for every child. Some children make significant progress within a few months, while others benefit from longer-term intervention.
​
Factors that influence progress include:
​
Type of speech or language disorder
Severity of the delay
Child's age
Family involvement
Consistency of attendance
Practice outside of therapy sessions
​​
Our goal is to help children develop functional communication skills that support success at home, school, and in the community.

Question 7

How do I get started with speech therapy?

Accepted Answer

Getting started is simple.
​
Contact Blossom Speech Therapy to schedule a free consultation. We'll discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and help determine the best next steps for your child's communication development.
 
Whether you're concerned about a speech delay, language delay, social communication skills, or early language development, we're here to help.
​
Schedule a Speech and Language Consultation
​Looking for a pediatric speech therapist in Walnut Creek, Concord, Pleasant Hill, Clayton, Lafayette, Alamo or in surrounding Contra Costa County areas?
 
Blossom Speech Therapy provides comprehensive speech and language evaluations, early intervention services, pediatric speech therapy, and individualized treatment plans designed to help children reach their communication goals.
​
Click here to schedule your free consultation.

Speech Therapy FAQs

Frequently asked questions