Good questions deserve clear answers.

Trust your instincts. If your child is hard to understand compared to peers, uses fewer words than expected, gets frustrated trying to communicate, or you simply feel something is “off,” an evaluation can give you clarity and peace of mind. There's no harm in checking — and early intervention leads to better outcomes.

Request an evaluation through our contact form or call (816) 228-8393. Our team will reach out within one business day to answer your questions, verify your insurance, and get you scheduled.

In most cases, no — you can contact us directly to schedule an evaluation. Some insurance plans require a physician referral for coverage, which we'll identify when we verify your benefits.

Your first visit is a comprehensive evaluation, typically 60–90 minutes. It includes a parent interview about your concerns and goals, direct play-based assessment, and immediate initial impressions before you leave. A detailed written report follows within 5–7 business days.

We accept many major plans, including Blue Cross & Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, Tricare West, HealthLink, and others. We verify your specific benefits before your first appointment so there are no surprises. See our Insurance & Payment page for the full list.

We offer competitive self-pay rates and can provide documentation you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. Call us and we'll walk you through your options.

Many insurance plans cover orofacial myofunctional therapy. Coverage varies by plan, so we verify your specific benefits before your appointment.

It depends on your child's needs and goals. Some children make rapid progress in a few months; myofunctional programs typically run 6–12 months. After the evaluation, we'll give you a clear plan with measurable goals — and we'll always tell you honestly how things are progressing.

Yes — every session is individual therapy with a consistent clinician. No groups, no rotating therapists. That consistency is a big part of why our clients progress faster.

Absolutely. Parent education is part of every treatment plan. You'll know exactly what we're working on and how to support it at home — because progress happens in everyday life, not just the therapy room.

COM stands for Certified Orofacial Myologist®, a national certification from the International Association of Orofacial Myology requiring advanced, specialized training beyond the standard SLP curriculum. BSPS clinicians who hold this credential are among a select group of COM-certified specialists in the Kansas City area.

We have clinics in Lee's Summit, MO (3600 NE Ralph Powell Rd, Suite E) and Overland Park, KS (14346 Metcalf Avenue), plus secure teletherapy for Missouri and Kansas residents.

Yes. Our therapists are licensed in both Missouri and Kansas and provide secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions for most services. Research shows teletherapy is just as effective as in-person care for most speech and language services.

Both offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Teletherapy offers flexible scheduling within those days.