6930 E. Chauncey Lane, Suite 295, Phoenix, AZ 85054 Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM  ·  Friday: By Appointment

Speech & Literacy Therapy for Arizona ESA Families

You chose to shape your child's education around who they are. We'll help you fill the communication, literacy, and learning gaps, with therapy that's as individualized as your homeschool. ESA funds accepted for eligible students.

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Using ESA Funds for Therapy

Speech Me Therapy accepts Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) funds for eligible students, and we handle ESA billing through our practice management system so you can focus on your child instead of paperwork.

Who is eligible? Under Arizona law and the ESA Parent Handbook, ESA funds can be used for educational therapies, such as speech-language therapy, only for students identified with a disability, for example through an IEP, a 504 plan, or another qualifying evaluation on file with the ESA program. Students in the universal ESA program without a disability designation generally can't use ESA funds for therapy. Rules can change each school year, so please confirm with the Arizona Department of Education.

Not sure where your student stands? Our parent's guide to ESA and speech therapy walks through the rules, with links to the official sources. And if ESA isn't an option, we also accept HSA and FSA funds and provide superbills for potential PPO reimbursement.

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Gaps Homeschool Parents Often Notice

  • Reading or spelling that isn't clicking, despite a great curriculum
  • Speech that's hard for others to understand
  • Trouble explaining ideas, retelling stories, or answering questions
  • Difficulty following multi-step directions
  • Comprehension that lags behind what they can decode
  • Challenges with conversation, co-op classes, or making friends

Individualized Support That Fits Your Homeschool

We don't just see your child for an hour a week. We show you how to build these skills into your everyday lessons, so progress happens faster and sticks.

Speech & Language

Articulation, phonology, fluency, and receptive and expressive language: the foundation for every subject.

Literacy & Learning

Phonological awareness, language-based literacy, and comprehension, treated at the root rather than with workarounds.

Social Communication

Pragmatic language, perspective-taking, inferencing, and flexible thinking, for co-ops, activities, and friendships.

Parent Coaching

Practical strategies you can weave into your homeschool day, so therapy carries over into real life.

Therapy on Your Family's Schedule

Visit our North Phoenix office just off the 101, convenient for families in North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Northeast Phoenix. Or meet with us by HIPAA-compliant telehealth from anywhere in Arizona.

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Getting Started

  • Free 15-minute consultation to talk through what you're seeing
  • A full evaluation if it makes sense, explained in plain language
  • An individualized plan with clear goals and ways to help at home

ESA & Homeschool Questions

It depends on your student. Under Arizona law and the ESA Parent Handbook, ESA funds can pay for educational therapies, such as speech-language therapy from a licensed provider, only for students identified with a disability (for example, through an IEP, a 504 plan, or another qualifying evaluation on file with the ESA program). Students in the universal ESA program without a disability designation generally cannot use ESA funds for therapy. Please confirm with the Arizona Department of Education before you start.

Yes, for eligible students. We handle ESA billing through our practice management system and will walk you through the process. If your student isn't eligible to use ESA funds for therapy, we also accept HSA and FSA funds and provide superbills for potential PPO out-of-network reimbursement.

No. You don't need a diagnosis or a referral to start therapy with us (though using ESA funds for therapy requires a disability designation on file with the ESA program). Many homeschool families come to us because they've noticed a gap in reading, speaking, or understanding and want an expert opinion. We start with a free 15-minute consultation and, if it makes sense, a full evaluation.

Yes. We provide HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions to families anywhere in Arizona, which can be a great fit for homeschool schedules.

Our rates are $150 for a 50-minute session and $75 for a 25-minute session. There are no hidden fees.

Let's Fill the Gaps Together

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation. No pressure, no commitment, just a conversation about your child and your goals.

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