Pediatric Speech Therapy in Denver
Sound Bites Speech & Feeding Therapy is a mobile pediatric speech therapy practice serving South Denver families. Sydney Howard, M.A., CCC-SLP, a leading pediatric speech pathologist, provides in-home, play-based therapy for late talkers, toddlers with speech delays, and children who need support with language and communication.
What Is Mobile Speech Therapy for Children?
Mobile speech therapy means your speech therapist comes to you. Instead of driving to a clinic, your child receives care at home, where they are most comfortable. For families looking for a speech therapist in Denver, this removes commutes, waiting rooms, and interrupted naps.
Sessions also happen in real routines like play, bath time, and meals, so you see which strategies work and can repeat them during the week. We also offer speech therapy at school and in community settings, so new skills carry over into daily life. For families who need extra mealtime support, we also offer picky eating therapy.
When Should a Toddler See a Speech Therapist?
A toddler should see a speech therapist if they use far fewer words than expected for their age, rely mostly on gestures, or are hard for others to understand. An evaluation can tell you whether your child needs support or is likely to catch up on their own.
A late talker is a toddler who uses fewer words than expected for their age. Some late talkers catch up without help, while others have a speech delay that benefits from early support. Common signs include:
An 18-month-old not talking or using very few words
A 2-year-old not talking or not yet combining two words
Relying on gestures instead of words
Being hard for family and friends to understand
Frustration when trying to communicate
Late talkers speech therapy builds early words, sounds, and language understanding through play, while coaching parents on simple strategies for everyday routines. A speech therapist for toddlers can help you understand what is typical and what is worth acting on. You don’t have to wait and see.
What Happens in a Speech and Language Evaluation?
A speech and language evaluation looks at how your child understands language, uses words, produces sounds, and interacts with others. Sydney Howard uses a child speech assessment and, when needed, a language assessment for children. Afterward, you receive clear findings, a personalized plan, and practical next steps.
What Does Speech Therapy for Kids Look Like?
Speech therapy for kids at Sound Bites is child-centered, playful, and built around your family’s goals. As a pediatric speech therapist, Sydney Howard works on speech sounds, vocabulary, sentence building, understanding language, and social communication. Every session includes parent coaching, so you leave with tools to use all week.
Speech therapy for children may also include language therapy, functional communication therapy, AAC therapy, and assistive communication support for children who need alternative ways to communicate.
What Is PROMPT Therapy?
PROMPT therapy uses gentle touch cues to guide the movements of the jaw, lips, and tongue during speech. It may help children with childhood apraxia of speech or other motor speech difficulties. Sydney Howard is PROMPT-trained and uses this approach when it fits a child’s needs.
Insurance & Payment Options for Pediatric Speech Therapy
At Sound Bites Speech & Feeding Therapy, we believe families should have clear information about insurance coverage and payment options before starting care. We offer flexible payment options for pediatric speech therapy in Denver, helping parents make informed decisions about their child's communication needs.
Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
We accept Health First Colorado (Medicaid) for eligible pediatric speech therapy, feeding therapy, and AAC services. Insurance coverage and eligibility are verified before your child's first appointment, so you understand what services may be covered.
Private Pay, HSA & FSA
WFamilies can also choose private-pay speech therapy services. We accept Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) cards for eligible services. Private-pay costs are reviewed before therapy begins, and superbills are available upon request for possible out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
Have Questions About Insurance or Payment?
Coverage and eligibility vary depending on your insurance plan. Contact Sound Bites Speech & Feeding Therapy to discuss your child's needs, explore available payment options, and understand potential costs before getting started.
Why Choose Sound Bites Speech & Feeding Therapy?
Families choose Sound Bites for personalized, in-home care led by a pediatric speech pathologist who coaches parents as part of every session.
Care comes to you. Mobile speech therapy fits around naps, school, and work schedules, so therapy stays consistent.
One dedicated clinician. Sydney Howard works directly with your child and family, with no handoffs between providers.
Specialized training. Sydney Howard is PROMPT-trained, which supports children with motor speech difficulties.
Play-based, child-centered sessions. Children learn best when therapy feels like play, not pressure.
Parent coaching built in. You get simple strategies for daily routines, so progress continues between sessions.
Clear plans and transparent pricing. Evaluations end with findings and next steps, and costs are reviewed before care begins.
Flexible payment. HSA and FSA cards are welcome, and superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement.
Broader support. If mealtimes are also a challenge, Sound Bites can help with toddler feeding therapy support.
Local to South Denver. We know the communities we serve and work with families across the area.
Where Do We Provide Pediatric Speech Therapy?
We provide pediatric speech therapy in Denver and nearby communities, including Centennial, Greenwood Village, Lone Tree, Cherry Hills, Parker, and Highlands Ranch.
Start With a Free Consultation
Not sure where to begin? Schedule a free consultation with Sound Bites Speech & Feeding Therapy to talk through your concerns and learn whether an evaluation makes sense for your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Many children start with one session per week, though some need more or less depending on age, needs, and goals. After the evaluation, we recommend a schedule and adjust it as your child progresses.
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Sound Bites offers private-pay services, and costs are reviewed with you before care begins. HSA and FSA cards are accepted, and superbills are available on request for out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan, so check with your insurer.
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No. A referral is not required for a free consultation or private-pay services. For some medical concerns, we may recommend coordinating with your pediatrician or other providers.
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Simple daily habits help most: narrate play, pause to give your child time to respond, and model words during routines. We tailor every suggestion to your child and your schedule.
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A speech delay affects how a child produces sounds and words, which can make them harder to understand. A language delay affects how a child understands or uses words and sentences. Some children have both, and an evaluation shows which areas need support.
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Children develop at different rates, but a toddler with very few words, or a 2-year-old who isn’t combining words, is worth having evaluated. Early support is low-risk, and the evaluation can reassure you or give you a plan.