The easiest way to help a child grow is to join them where they already are.
That is where trust builds, skills click, and communication takes shape.
Every parent wants to feel confident about their child’s communication; but when you’re unsure what’s happening or what to do next, it can feel overwhelming. That’s why we come to the places your child already learns and feels safe: your home, their school, or their daycare anywhere in the Tampa Bay Area.
At Playful Paths, we pay attention to the child right in front of us. How they learn. How they play. How they connect. Then we build their communication skills through moments that already matter in your day. No clinic chaos. No pressure. No feeling lost or behind. Just support that fits your family and helps you breathe a little easier.
You’ll understand what’s happening, what progress looks like, and how to keep things moving between visits — so the small wins become real, everyday change.
We support communication challenges related to:
Early language
Autism and sensory differences
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Childhood apraxia
Feeding and dysphagia
We serve children from infancy through K-12 in homes, schools, and daycares across the Tampa Bay Area and surrounding counties.
To see if your location is in our service range, view our Service Areas Interactive Map which can also be found at the bottom of this page.
Want simple activities you can use at home? Step into the Playground! The Playground is filled with games, coloring pages, and puzzles — easy ways to spark connection and keep skills growing between visits. Play, learn, and grow… one playful path at a time!
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We are proud to accept the Step Up For Students Scholarship
at Playful Paths therapy.
Need financial assistance?
If you would like to learn more about the Step Up For Students Scholarship or apply for the program, click the image below to be redirected to their website for more information.
Now offering Telehealth!
If your kids school schedule is preventing you from starting therapy or would like to sit in on your children’s sessions, this is a good option.
We will make sure to keep your information private and it will not be shared with others.
This is recommended for K+ aged children.
Click the button below to schedule a free consultation or evaluation.
Evaluation
Get a clear understanding of your child’s communication needs and a plan that makes the next steps feel easy and doable.
Parent Coaching
Therapy works best when the skills carry over. We show you how to support your child at home and throughout their day so growth feels natural.
In-home Therapy
Therapy happens in your child’s world, not a clinic. We follow their rhythm, work within your routines, and teach you how to support carryover so progress shows up where it matters most.
Transdisciplinary Collaboration
We stay connected with the people who spend the day with your child. Teachers, caregivers, and therapists all work together to support carryover and steady progress.
From schools to daycares to home settings, we bring experience that helps teachers, caregivers, and families all support your child’s communication growth.
At Playful Paths Speech Therapy, we proudly provide in-home and teletherapy services for children and families across West Central Florida.
From Tampa’s Historic neighborhoods to the Gulf Coast charm of Sarasota, our team is committed to helping your child thrive—no matter where you are.
Browse our service areas below to learn more about the counties we cover and the communities we support. Click on the county you’re interested in!
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