No, Poppy Speech Pathology is a private pay, out-of-network provider. We offer competitive and fair private pay rates. While we do not accept insurance, we can provide superbills upon request for potential reimbursement through your insurance. Please speak with your insurance company directly to discuss your specific plan's coverage and reimbursement policies for out-of-network services.

Due to scheduling and traveling logistics, we're only accepting clients in Libertyville, Lake Bluff & Lake Forest. Travel time may impact our ability to service your area.

YES! I have spent years seeing children in their school setting. This is a great option for busy parents to get their speech therapy sessions in without the logistics of an additional afterschool appointment.

This is always the first question parents ask me. I wish there was an easy answer! The truth is- the duration of therapy is highly individualized and influenced by several factors, including the severity of the disorder, the child’s responsiveness to intervention, the motivation and involvement of both the child and family, relevant developmental + medical history, and the consistency of practice and carryover outside of therapy sessions.

All new clients must be evaluated prior to treatment unless an evaluation has occurred in the last six months in the areas of concern. Evaluations are a critical part of the treatment process as they allow us to determine the underlying cause and guide us towards creating an appropriate and up-to-date plan of care with long-term and short-term goals.

If you notice that your child is having difficulty communicating — for example, being hard to understand, using fewer words than expected, struggling to follow directions, or having trouble interacting with others — it may be a good idea to have them evaluated by a speech-language pathologist. Every child develops differently, but ongoing challenges compared to peers of the same age can be an early sign that extra support is needed. A speech-language pathologist can assess your child’s communication skills and determine whether therapy would be helpful. Early intervention can make a big difference in helping your child build strong communication skills for the future.