What speech-language therapy does for autistic children, and how to find and fund it in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley.
Speech-language therapy is one of the most widely used and least controversial autism supports. For many autistic children it's about far more than speech sounds — it's about communication in the fullest sense, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for children who are minimally speaking or nonspeaking.
This page covers what speech therapy involves, how to find a provider in Philadelphia, and how coverage works.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia evaluates and treats communication and swallowing difficulties, including guidance and training on AAC devices for some children. ASHA-certified clinicians.
Pediatric speech and language therapy across Philadelphia and nearby suburbs. Describes a neurodiversity-affirming, child-led, relationship-based approach.