FAQ
Questions parents ask about speech therapy
The practical answers, all in one place — gathered from across our site. Still unsure? A quick call sorts it out.
Getting started
- What happens at the first visit?
- About an hour with you and your child — a standardized assessment, observation through play, a look at medical history, and your own input as the caregiver. From there we'll tell you whether therapy makes sense and, if it does, build an individualized plan. Therapy always starts with an evaluation.
- What if my child was already evaluated somewhere else?
- Send us the report and our therapist will review it. If it's recent and complete enough, you won't have to redo the evaluation — we'll pick up from there and get started.
- Do you only see children?
- Children are our focus, but we also assess and treat adults for aphasia, dysarthria, and cognitive-communication difficulties. (We don't provide swallowing/feeding therapy.)
Insurance & payment
- Do you take my insurance?
- We're in-network with many major plans, and we also offer self-pay. Not sure if you're covered? Send us your plan details and we'll help verify your benefits before you commit.
- How does payment work?
- Through your in-network insurance, or self-pay if you prefer. We take all major credit cards, checks, and cash, with payment due at the time of service. Self-pay pricing is in your new-client paperwork — just ask if you'd like it sooner.
- Do you take Medicaid?
- Yes. We're in-network with these Medicaid plans: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, CareSource Medicaid, Health Plan of Nevada, Molina Healthcare, Nevada Medicaid (FFS), and SilverSummit Healthplan. Not sure about your plan? Send us your plan details and we'll help verify your benefits before you commit.
- What if my plan isn't on the list?
- Ask us anyway. Send us your plan details and we'll help verify your benefits before you commit — by phone, by email, or through a quick intake online.
In clinic & teletherapy
- In-clinic or online?
- Both. Visit us in Las Vegas, or meet your therapist by secure video anywhere in Nevada. We don't do home, daycare, or school visits — teletherapy is our flexible alternative.
- What do we need to join a session?
- A device with a camera and microphone, and a stable internet connection. On a desktop or laptop, sessions open directly in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari — no download needed. On a phone or tablet, you'll need the free SimplePractice Telehealth app (available on iOS and Android). Download it before your first appointment.
- How do we join when it's time?
- You'll receive an appointment reminder by email or text with a "Join Appointment" button. Click it a few minutes early, allow camera and microphone access when prompted, and you'll land in a virtual waiting room. Your therapist will admit your child when the session is ready to begin.
- Is teletherapy covered by insurance?
- Many of the plans we accept cover teletherapy at the same rate as in-clinic visits. Coverage varies by plan, so we'll verify your benefits before your first appointment so there are no surprises.
- How long are sessions?
- Sessions are typically 30–45 minutes, depending on your child's age, goals, and attention. Your therapist will recommend a cadence that makes sense for your child's plan of care.
- Is it as effective as in-person therapy?
- Research supports teletherapy as effective for most speech and language goals. Our SLPs use the same evidence-based approaches online as they do in clinic — and will let you know honestly if in-person would serve your child better.
- Can we do teletherapy instead of coming in?
- Yes. Your child can meet a licensed GO Therapy speech-language pathologist by secure video from anywhere in Nevada. We don't do home, daycare, or school visits — teletherapy is our flexible alternative.
Henderson
- Do you serve families in Henderson?
- Yes. Our clinic is in Henderson, so Henderson families are right in our neighborhood. We also see children from across Las Vegas in the clinic, and families anywhere in Nevada by teletherapy.
- Where exactly is the clinic?
- 1481 W Warm Springs Rd, Suite 138, Henderson, NV 89014, in the Whitney Ranch area. We're open Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm, and you can reach us at (702) 800-3391.
- Is there a waitlist?
- Availability changes, so we'll tell you our current availability when you call. Reach us at (702) 800-3391, or start a quick intake online and we'll follow up.
Services
- Is it normal for young children to mispronounce some sounds?
- Yes. Speech sounds develop gradually, and some are usually mastered later than others. Our free speech sound development chart shows when common sounds typically develop. If you're unsure whether your child is on track, an evaluation is the clearest way to find out.
- What's the difference between articulation and phonology?
- Articulation is about making specific sounds, such as /r/, /s/, or “th.” Phonology is about speech patterns that affect many words — like leaving off final sounds or saying “tat” for “cat.” A child may have one, the other, or both, and your therapist will build the plan around what your child needs.
- What's the difference between receptive and expressive language?
- Receptive language is understanding — directions, questions, vocabulary, concepts, and stories. Expressive language is using words, phrases, grammar, and sentences to share ideas. A child may find one harder than the other, and therapy can work on both.
- How can I help my child's language at home?
- Everyday moments are full of chances to talk — meals, bath time, car rides, and play. Our free Language Activities at Home page has quick ideas in English and Spanish, and your therapist will share ways to carry over what your child is working on.
- What does a social communication session look like?
- It looks a lot like play. Depending on your child, sessions may use games, role-play, and stories to practice things like taking turns, staying on topic, reading facial expressions, and repairing misunderstandings. The plan is built from your child's evaluation and your input.
- What's the difference between stuttering and cluttering?
- Stuttering can include repetitions, blocks, prolongations, tension, or avoidance. Cluttering is speech that may sound too fast, disorganized, or hard to follow. Some children show signs of both. An evaluation helps sort out what's going on and what kind of support fits.
- How can our family support a child who stutters?
- Families play a big part. Your therapist will talk with you about what's happening in your child's speech and share simple ways to support them at home, so practice doesn't stop when the session ends.
- Will AAC stop my child from talking?
- It's one of the most common worries parents have. AAC is used alongside any speech your child has, not instead of it — it gives your child another reliable way to get their message across. Your therapist will talk through any concerns with you.
- Do we need to buy a device first?
- No. AAC ranges from picture boards and communication books to iPad-based apps and speech-generating devices. Your therapist can help you think through what fits your child, and our free Core Board is a simple place to start.
- Should we wait and see if our toddler starts talking?
- Every child develops at their own pace, but you don't have to wait to ask a question. An evaluation can tell you whether therapy makes sense right now — and if it doesn't, you'll leave with a clearer picture and ideas to try at home.
- How are parents involved?
- A lot. Young children learn to communicate through the people they spend the most time with, so parent coaching is part of early communication therapy. Your therapist will show you simple ways to practice during everyday moments.
- Is this the same as reading tutoring?
- No. Literacy-related language therapy focuses on the spoken-language skills that support reading and writing — like phonological awareness, vocabulary, listening comprehension, and narrative language — rather than tutoring a reading curriculum.