Cassie Thomas, Au.D., F-AAA
Clinical Director
Au.D.F-AAAF-AAA
Speech Therapy
UNT Speech and Hearing Center
Center-based in Denton, TX
4.3(12 Google reviews)
Accepting new clientsAccepts MedicaidCenter-based
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Insurance
2 plans + Medicaid
Ages served
18 months to 80 years
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based
Languages
English
Overview
Speech Therapy for autism in Denton
Rooted at the University of North Texas since 1967, this clinic pairs ASHA-certified, Texas-licensed clinicians with closely supervised graduate students to deliver speech-language pathology and audiology services across two locations — a main site near downtown Denton and a second clinic inside the UNT Health Center in Fort Worth. With around 5,000 visits a year and more than 150 clients receiving weekly therapy, the Center treats the full range of communication and hearing concerns from toddlerhood through older adulthood. Both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted alongside most commercial insurance plans.
Best for
Families looking for clinically rigorous, university-supervised care at accessible cost — particularly those whose children have autism-related communication needs, early language delays, AAC requirements, or hearing concerns.
Their approach
Licensed faculty clinicians supervise every session delivered by graduate student clinicians, so each visit doubles as evidence-based care and advanced clinical training. Specialized tracks include autism communication therapy, a preschool language program, AAC services, and fluency and feeding programs — offered in both individual and small-group formats.
What to expect
Call 940-565-2262 or email speechhearingclinic@unt.edu to request an appointment; the clinic accepts referrals from families, schools, physicians, and other providers and welcomes most insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. Hours run Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 4pm, with the Fort Worth site open Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Services
Services & specialties
- Ages
- 18 months to 80 years
- Focus
- AAC
- articulation
- language
- social-pragmatic
- feeding/swallowing
- fluency
- voice
- post-cochlear-implant
- preschool language
- language-based reading disorders
- autism communication
- CCC SLP
- Yes
- Settings
- center
- AAC Experience
- Yes
The people
Meet the UNT Speech and Hearing Center team
Team includes 1 BCBA.
Dr. Shahla Alai-Rosales, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Associate Professor / Co-Investigator; Director, North Texas Autism Project
Ph.D.BCBA-DBCBA-D
A board-certified behavior analyst at the doctoral level, Dr. Alai-Rosales is an associate professor of applied behavior analysis at UNT and directs the North Texas Autism Project, which focuses on culturally responsive autism intervention research.Read more
Payment
Insurance & payment
Accepts Medicaid
MedicareMedicaid
Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Reputation
What families say about UNT Speech and Hearing Center
4.3
12 reviews
Ratings and reviews sourced from Google.
Good to know
Common questions about UNT Speech and Hearing Center
Does UNT Speech and Hearing Center support nonverbal children and AAC?
Yes — UNT Speech and Hearing Center has experience with AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) for nonverbal and minimally verbal children. AAC ranges from picture boards to speech-generating devices, matched to each child.
What insurance does UNT Speech and Hearing Center accept?
UNT Speech and Hearing Center works with plans including Medicare, Medicaid. If your plan isn't listed it's still worth asking — provider networks change often, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Does UNT Speech and Hearing Center accept Medicaid in Texas?
Yes — UNT Speech and Hearing Center accepts Texas Medicaid. Some plans require a referral or prior authorization first, and if you're still applying, ask about self-pay or sliding-scale options in the meantime.
What ages does UNT Speech and Hearing Center serve?
UNT Speech and Hearing Center serves ages 18 months to 80 years. If your child is near the edge of that range, it's worth reaching out — providers often make case-by-case decisions.
Where is UNT Speech and Hearing Center located?
UNT Speech and Hearing Center is located at 907 W Sycamore St, Denton, TX 76201, serving families throughout Denton and the surrounding area. If getting there is difficult, ask whether telehealth or in-home options are available.
Is UNT Speech and Hearing Center accepting new clients?
UNT Speech and Hearing Center is currently accepting new clients in Denton. Sharing your child's age and insurance up front helps them tell you quickly whether they're a fit — availability can change fast.
Ratings sourced from Google. Autism Services Finder verifies listings but doesn’t endorse providers. Updated July 2026.
907 W Sycamore St, Denton, TX 76201
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