ASHA Certified · Tampa Bay Area

Helping Children Find Their Voice

Personalized, evidence-based speech therapy for children across Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg — in your home, at school, or virtually.

Katie Tashkin, ASHA-certified pediatric speech-language pathologist with 17 years of experience, using a picture flash card during a speech therapy session with a smiling young boy
ASHA Certified SLP
17 Years Experience
17 Years of Experience
ASHA Certified Member
Serving Tampa · Clearwater · St. Pete
In-Home, Virtual & School-Based
Step Up Scholarships Accepted Coverage Questions? Ask Katie

Specialized Therapy for Every Child

Each child is unique. Katie provides individualized, evidence-based therapy across four core specialty areas.

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Only at Speech by Katie

Know what happened in every session, and what to practice this week.

Katie's session notes and home practice reach you in Talkli within 2 days.

Illustrated Talkli screens for a sample child, Emma, age 5, shown as the initial E. The front phone shows goal progress; the phones behind it show a session note and this week's home practice.

A note within 2 days of every session.

What Katie worked on and how your child did, in plain language, so you're never guessing.

Practice matched to your child's goal

Short, playful activities tied to the exact goal Katie set. Even five minutes a day is a great place to start.

Superbills without asking

Clinical notes and superbills are delivered right in the app, ready when you need them.

Included with therapy. No extra cost.
Registered Step Up Provider

Have a Step Up Scholarship?
Use It Here.

Eligible families can use Unique Abilities or PEP scholarship funds for pediatric speech therapy — often with no out-of-pocket cost.

Unique Abilities

For children with a qualifying diagnosis — autism, apraxia, dyslexia, feeding disorders, and more.

PEP Scholarship

For homeschool families — scholarship funds may cover speech therapy alongside your curriculum.

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Simple Steps to Better Communication

Starting therapy is easier than you think.

1

Reach Out

Call, text, or complete the contact form. Not sure yet? The 3-minute parent guide can help you decide whether a consult makes sense.

2

Free Consultation

A complimentary 15-minute phone consult to discuss your child's needs and determine the right fit.

3

Begin Therapy

Katie develops a personalized plan and sessions begin on a schedule that works for your family.

Therapy On Your Terms

Choose the setting that works best for your child and family.

In-home speech therapy session at the table

In-Home Therapy

Katie comes to you. A familiar environment helps children engage naturally and lets parents participate actively.

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Virtual speech therapy session

Virtual Therapy

High-quality interactive sessions via secure video. Ideal for busy schedules — no travel required.

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In-school speech therapy pull-out room

In-School Therapy

Collaborative support integrated into your child's school day, aligned with IEP goals and classroom expectations.

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Simple, Transparent Pricing

Clear session rates with no insurance delays. Step Up scholarships accepted.

On-Site Therapy

Katie comes to you — in your home or at school — so sessions fit your child’s real environment.

$150/ hour
60 minutes
$80/ 30 min
30 minutes

Virtual Therapy

Secure, interactive video sessions with the same clinical approach — from anywhere in Florida.

$100/ hour
60 minutes
$50/ 30 min
30 minutes

Consultations

Phone / Virtual Consult

A 15-minute conversation to talk through your child’s needs — no pressure, no paperwork.

Free

In-Person Consult

Meet Katie in person to discuss concerns and decide whether therapy is the right next step.

$50
Private pay — no insurance delays Step Up For Students scholarships accepted Superbill available for out-of-network reimbursement
Katie Tashkin, MS, CCC-SLP, ASHA-certified pediatric speech-language pathologist serving Tampa Bay, smiling in a professional headshot

Credentials & Training

  • MS, Nova Southeastern University
  • BS, University of Central Florida
  • ASHA Certified (CCC-SLP)
  • VitalStim Certified
  • Autism Spectrum Specialist

Katie Tashkin,
MS, CCC-SLP

"I believe every child deserves to be heard. My goal is to give each one the tools they need to communicate with confidence — and joy."

With 17 years of experience across inpatient care, school systems, and private practice, Katie brings deep expertise and genuine warmth to every session. She specializes in autism spectrum, dyslexia, and speech and language delays.

Katie partners closely with families, teachers, and other providers — ensuring consistent, connected support across all environments.

17+Years Experience
3Service Settings
100%Child-Focused
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What Parents Are Saying

★★★★★

From short phrases → full stories in a few months

"Katie has been absolutely transformative for our son. In just a few months, he went from barely speaking in sentences to telling full stories. She has a gift for connecting with kids."
JM
Jessica M.Parent of a 5-year-old · Tampa
★★★★★

In-home sessions her daughter looks forward to

"The in-home sessions have been so convenient and effective. My daughter actually looks forward to therapy every week, which says everything about how Katie works with children."
RL
Rachel L.Parent of a 7-year-old · Clearwater
★★★★★

The right fit after trying two other therapists

"After trying two other therapists, Katie was the one who finally clicked with our son who has autism. Her patience, creativity, and expertise are unmatched. We're so grateful."
DT
David T.Parent of a 9-year-old · St. Petersburg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before getting started.

Signs include difficulty being understood, limited vocabulary for age, trouble following directions, struggles with reading, or feeding difficulties. Start with the parent guidance questionnaire if you want help deciding whether a free consult is the right next step.
On-site sessions (in-home or in-school) are $150/hour or $80/30 minutes. Virtual sessions are $100/hour or $50/30 minutes. Phone and virtual consultations are free; in-person consultations are $50. See the full pricing section for details.
Speech by Katie is a private pay practice. Step Up For Students scholarships are accepted. Upon request, Katie provides a superbill for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Questions about Medicaid or other coverage? Contact Katie — she's happy to discuss your options.
In-home therapy covers Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and surrounding Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco County communities. Virtual therapy is available throughout Florida.
Sessions are offered in 30-minute and 60-minute lengths, typically 1–2 times per week depending on your child's needs. Katie will make a recommendation after the initial conversation.
Katie provides home practice strategies so families can reinforce skills between sessions. Progress is significantly faster when therapy extends into everyday routines.
Yes — with your permission, Katie actively collaborates with educators to ensure therapy goals align with IEP objectives and classroom expectations.

Areas We Serve

In-home therapy across Tampa Bay communities. Virtual sessions available throughout Florida.

Step Up For Students Scholarships Accepted

Speech by Katie is a registered Step Up For Students service provider. Families with a Unique Abilities Scholarship or PEP Scholarship can use their funds for speech therapy sessions — often with no out-of-pocket cost. Learn more →

Ready to Start Your Child's Journey?

Reach out today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. Katie personally responds to every family within one business day.

Service AreaTampa Bay & surrounding communities

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Katie responds within 1 business day · Or call 727-605-4982