Pediatric Speech Therapy in Chicago
Who makes up the Speech Therapy team?
Who makes up the Speech Therapy team?
Every child has something important to say. But when a child struggles to communicate, it can be frustrating for the whole family. You might see your child withdrawing socially, acting out because they can’t express their needs, or falling behind in school.
At Eyas Landing, we understand these challenges because we help families navigate them every day. Our Chicago-based pediatric speech therapy team is here to turn frustration into confidence. Whether your child needs help articulating sounds, understanding language, or using a communication device, we partner with you to build a bridge to better connection.
Success Stories: Real Progress for Chicago Families
Who makes up the Speech Therapy team?
Who makes up the Speech Therapy team?
“Before Eyas Landing, we felt like we were guessing at what our son needed. He would have meltdowns because he couldn’t tell us he was hungry or tired. After just a few months of home-based therapy, he started using sign language, and now the words are coming! The difference in his happiness—and ours—is night and day.”
— Sarah T., Lincoln Park Mom
“We were worried about pulling our daughter out of school for therapy. Eyas Landing came to her school instead. The therapist coordinated with her teacher, and now she’s participating in class discussions without fear. It was the flexible solution we didn’t know existed.”
— Mark D., West Loop Dad
Who makes up the Speech Therapy team?
Our Speech Therapy Services
We provide comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents from birth to age 21. Speech and Language therapy addresses expressive and receptive language, articulation, phonology, social communication (pragmatics) and specialized support for nonverbal children.
Expressive Language: Helping children put words together, build vocabulary, and express their thoughts and feelings clearly.
Receptive Language: Supporting children in understanding directions, processing questions, and comprehending what is said to them.
Articulation and Phonology: If your child is difficult to understand or struggles with specific sounds, we can help. We use engaging activities to practice correct mouth movements and sound patterns, making speech clearer and boosting your child’s confidence in speaking up.
Social Communication (Pragmatics): Communication is more than just words; it’s about connection. We help children navigate social rules, such as taking turns in conversation, understanding non-verbal cues like facial expressions, and maintaining topics with peers.
Specialized Support for Autism and Developmental Delays: For children on the autism spectrum or with developmental delays, communication can look different. We specialize in:
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): Introducing tools like picture boards or speech-generating devices for children who are non-speaking or minimally verbal.
Gestalt Language Processing: Supporting children who learn language in “scripts” or chunks rather than single words.
Feeding and Swallowing Therapy: Speech therapists are also experts in the muscles of the mouth and throat. We support “picky eaters” and children with swallowing difficulties to make mealtime safe and enjoyable for the whole family.
Our Speech Therapy Team:
Why Choose Eyas Landing?
We don’t just treat “speech issues.” We treat the whole child, and we support the whole family.
We Meet You Where You Are: Therapy happens where your child learns best—in your home, at their school, in the community, via telehealth, or at our clinic in Chicago’s West Loop.
Family-Centered Care: You are the expert on your child. We coach you on strategies to use at home so progress doesn’t stop when the session ends.
Collaborative Approach: Our speech therapists work alongside occupational therapists, behavior analysts, and physical therapists to ensure every aspect of your child’s development is supported.
Play-Based Learning: We know kids learn best when they are having fun. Our sessions look like play, but they are structured to achieve serious milestones.
Pediatric speech-language therapy focuses on supporting the child’s ability to communicate and play with their parents, caregivers, and friends. It may vary from providing a non-verbal child with a way to communicate to developing oral motor skills to help explore new foods to navigating social skills during peer interactions.
The team of Speech-Language Pathologists at Eyas Landing utilize a comprehensive model of combining the most appropriate evidence-based practices based on each child’s needs to ensure success towards their goals. Eyas Landing speech therapists use sensory strategies and equipment to increase a child’s arousal, oral awareness, and verbalizations.
Speech-Language Pathologist also use the following evidence-based techniques during their sessions:
Speech-Language Pathologist also use the following evidence-based techniques during their sessions:
Next Steps to Starting Speech Therapy
Evaluation And Outcome Measures
Initial Evaluations are completed with standardized measures, clinical observation and parent report components. Re-evaluations are completed every six months to determine progress. Eyas Landing therapists proactively collaborate with families and other professionals to increase positive outcomes
Plan Of Care
Eyas Landing treatment plans are individualized to meet each child’s unique strengths, interests and goals. Goals are reviewed weekly and daily treatment notes are emailed directly to parents. Eyas Landing therapists are skilled in utilizing the client’s interests and motivations to increase participation in challenging therapeutic activities.
Billing Options
Eyas Landing offers a variety of billing and payment options to support your child’s treatment. There is a dedicated and knowledgeable on-site staff that are here to answer any of your questions. Eyas Landing is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO, Blue Choice PPO, and Aetna PPO plans. Eyas Landing also accepts most out-of-network PPO plans, including United Healthcare and Cigna. Claims are submitted directly to your insurance company and staff can assist in disputing any denied claims.
Frequently Asked Questions About Speech Therapy for Kids:
Do I need a doctor’s referral?
While you don’t always need a referral to contact us, many insurance plans require one for coverage. We can help guide you through this process.
Where does therapy take place?
Flexibility is our foundation. We offer sessions in our West Loop clinic, in your home, at your child’s school or daycare, or via telehealth. We work with you to decide the best environment for your child’s goals.
How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
If your child is not meeting milestones (like babbling, using first words, or combining words), is difficult for others to understand, or gets frustrated when trying to communicate, an evaluation is a great first step.
Trust your instincts—you know your child best.
Center-Based Speech Therapy in Chicago
Kids love our sensory friendly clinics equipped with the best sensory equipment and engaging therapy resources.
Our Play-Based Therapy Clinics are located in:
- Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood
- Chicago’s Avondale neighborhood
In-Home Speech Therapy in Chicago
Eyas Landing therapists offer in-home therapy for early intervention and family convenience.
Our in-home therapy services are offered in the following Chicago neighborhoods:
- Lincoln Park
- Lakeview
- Gold Coast
- Roscoe Village
- North Center
- Ravenswood
- Ukrainian Village
- West Town
- Streeterville
- Loop / Downtown Chicago
- Bronzeville
- Wicker Park
- Logan Square
- Bucktown
- West Loop
- South Loop
- River North
- Hyde Park
- Near North Side
- Oak Park
School-Based Speech Therapy in Chicago
Eyas Landing partners with private schools throughout Chicago to support children in their schools. We provide services in the following schools:
- British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park
- British International School of Chicago, South Loop
- Francis W. Parker School
- Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
- Chicago Jesuit Academy
- Daystar Academy
- Morgan Park Academy
- Chicago City Day School
- Bennett Day School
- Ancona School
- Children of Peace Catholic School
- Frances Xavier Warde Catholic School – Old St. Patrick’s Campus
- Old St. Mary’s Catholic School
- Frances Xavier Warde Catholic School – Cathedral Campus
- St. Josaphat School
- Immaculate Conception – St. Joseph School
- Saint Clement School
