Frequently Asked Questions

Please call us at (949)287-8385 and we can discuss your concerns and whether a speech-language evaluation would be beneficial for your child and their needs.

Sessions will take place in our clinic office off of Crown Valley Parkway in Mission Viejo.

26522 La Alameda #395, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Many children receive private speech therapy in addition to school services. We also treat many children who would benefit from speech services, but do not qualify due to the strict criteria set for public school-based services. Unlike school-based services, services at Speakeasy Speech Therapy are individual, so the therapist's attention and therapy plan is tailored only to your child and not shared with others, such as what is typically seen in school-based services.

Our goal during an evaluation is to gain a comprehensive picture of your concerns and goals, as well as an accurate picture of your child’s skills. This session typically lasts about and hour including the following:  

1. Clinical observation: We like to begin by getting to know your child and earn their trust through play & conversation. Speech therapy should be fun! This is also an opportunity for me to informally observe their speech during conversation. 

2. Formal assessment: We will administer various assessments to gain specific and comprehensive information about the nature of your child’s needs, which then inform their treatment plan. 

3. Caregiver interview: You know your child best, and we place high value on your input. We will gather information about their developmental and medical history, your concerns, and your goals. This may be completed digitally and before the in-person evaluation.

Our goal is for your child to know what to expect when the session starts and to experience an enriching environment while engaging in challenging and fun activities to target their goals. Depending on your child’s age and goals, activities can range from structured to open-ended and will take up the bulk of our session.  

Speakeasy Speech Therapy is now accepting Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield of CA, Cigna, and United Healthcare. We are currently in the process of contracting with additional major insurances.

Payment and/or copayment is required at the time of service. We offer monthly superbills upon request, which can be submitted to your insurance for potential out-of-network benefits.