North Dallas Pediatric Speech & Feeding Therapy
Medicaid, STAR, CHIP & Private Insurance Accepted
Talking Tadpoles Pediatric Therapy provides speech, language, and feeding therapy for children from birth through age 20. Our North Dallas clinic helps children build communication and feeding skills through evidence-based, family-centered care that is accessible and affordable.
Daytime appointments available | Serving children ages 0–20 | Medicaid and private insurance accepted
Building Communication Skills for Growing Minds in North Dallas
Speech & Feeding Therapy for Children Ages 2–5, With Convenient Daytime Appointments
Talking Tadpoles Pediatric Therapy provides speech, language, and feeding therapy for young children ages 2–5, including children with developmental delays, autism, Down syndrome, and other communication or feeding needs.
Our North Dallas clinic offers daytime appointments in a child-focused environment, making it easier to fit therapy into your family’s schedule. Located at 5440 Harvest Hill Rd., just off LBJ Freeway (I-635) and near Preston Road and US-75, we’re conveniently located for families throughout North Dallas. We specialize in speech, language, and feeding therapy for children and do not provide ABA therapy or autism diagnostic testing.
Why Choose Our North Dallas Clinic?
Our office is designed specifically for pediatric therapy, with a welcoming environment where children can learn, practice, and build confidence.
Families work with experienced therapists who take time to listen, educate, and collaborate. We focus on your child’s individual strengths and goals while helping families understand how to support progress outside of therapy.
Specialized pediatric care
Our therapists work specifically with children and understand the unique needs of growing minds and developing communication and feeding skills.
Family-centered care
You are part of your child’s care team. We work with you to develop practical goals and strategies that fit your family’s needs.
Daytime appointment options
We offer daytime availability to help families fit therapy into their schedules.
Speech and feeding therapy in one place
We provide specialized support for communication, language, speech, and feeding needs.
Services Available at Our North Dallas Office
Speech Therapy
We support children with a wide range of communication needs, including:
- Articulation (pronouncing sounds clearly)
- Receptive language (understanding words and sentences)
- Expressive language (using words and sentences to communicate)
- Fluency (stuttering or cluttering)
- Apraxia of speech
- Pragmatics (social use of language)
- Auditory processing challenges
- Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Feeding challenges with or without oral motor delays
Feeding Therapy
Our feeding therapy services include feeding evaluations and individualized treatment plans to help children build safe, confident, and functional feeding skills.
Additional Support Services
Screening
A brief 15-minute observation with a licensed therapist to determine whether a full evaluation is the next step.
Evaluation
An assessment with testing, record review, and a detailed written report that includes recommendations and goals, if warranted.
Individual Therapy
Ongoing sessions one to two times per week, based on your child’s evaluation and needs.
Feeding Evaluation
Includes feeding trials, record review, and recommendations for treatment or other specialists that may need to be part of your child’s care team.
Consultation
A 30-minute conversation with a therapist to learn about our therapy process, review any reports you wish to share, and talk through concerns and next steps.
For more details or to schedule an appointment, please contact us at any of our locations.
Affordable Pediatric Therapy for North Dallas Families
We Accept Medicaid
Talking Tadpoles Pediatric Therapy is committed to making high-quality care accessible. Our Dallas location accepts Medicaid, marketplace, and private insurance plans. Our team will help you understand your benefits and guide you through the process with clarity and transparency.
In-network plans include:
While we are out-of-network with other plans, we may be able to assist with network gap exceptions or out-of-network authorizations when applicable.
Check Next Week’s Availability
Our intake coordinator will contact you within 24 business hours to discuss your child’s needs, insurance, and available appointment times.
Take the first step toward supporting your child’s communication, feeding, and development.
FAQs
What ages do you serve?
We serve children from birth through adolescence.
Patients typically transition out of our services at age 20.
What is the frequency and duration of treatment?
Treatment is typically provided at 1–2 times per week, based on therapist recommendation and your child’s individual needs.
The overall length of therapy varies depending on progress and goals; however, recommendations are made in six-month intervals.
How long are therapy sessions?
Most therapy sessions are 30 minutes. Session length may vary depending on your child’s needs and therapist recommendation.
Is a referral required?
- Speech Therapy (ST): A referral is required if using insurance.
- Occupational Therapy (OT) & Feeding Therapy: A physician referral/prescription is required for both evaluation and treatment.
Do you offer bilingual services?
Yes. Select locations have Spanish-speaking therapists available. Availability is limited.
For all other languages, we also offer interpreter services when needed to ensure a thorough evaluation and effective communication.
Do you offer teletherapy services?
Yes. Teletherapy may be available after the evaluation, if it is clinically appropriate and aligns with the therapist’s plan of care.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We are in-network with many major private insurance and Medicaid plans.
Because coverage varies by location and provider, we recommend visiting our website or contacting our team to confirm participation with your specific plan.
We also offer:
- Self-pay options with competitive rates
- Courtesy billing for some out-of-network plans
Please note: Being in-network does not guarantee coverage. Final costs depend on your individual insurance benefits
What are the costs for services?
With Insurance:
Costs vary based on your specific plan (deductible, co-insurance, and out-of-pocket maximum).
If you provide:
- Member ID
- Insurance plan name
- Benefits phone number
- Parent and child demographic information
We will complete a no-obligation benefit verification to provide an estimate of evaluation and treatment costs.
Without Insurance (Self-Pay):
We offer competitive private pay rates. Please contact our team for current pricing.
Do you offer home, daycare, school, or ABA center services?
At this time, services are provided exclusively in one of our six clinic locations across the DFW metroplex.
Do you have after-school availability?
Most clinics offer appointments between 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM, depending on location.
These times are in high demand and limited. Availability changes throughout the year as:
- Patients discharge or graduate
- Schedules shift
- New providers join
We recommend families:
- Begin the intake process and join the waitlist for preferred times
- Or check in regularly for openings
What are your attendance expectations?
Consistent attendance is essential for your child’s progress in therapy.
Families are expected to:
- Attend scheduled appointments regularly
- Provide at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations
- Maintain an attendance rate that supports ongoing care
If attendance falls below expectations, your child’s schedule may be modified, placed on hold, or discharged from services.
Our team will communicate with you and provide support to help maintain a consistent schedule.