Educational Therapy in Arizona

A directory of educational therapists and learning specialists serving Arizona homeschool families — including dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and executive function support.

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About this hub

When a child learns differently, the right specialist can change everything. Arizona educational therapists work one-on-one or in small groups to strengthen reading, writing, math, attention, and executive function skills — and Arizona ESA covers most of these services. Below you'll find providers across the state plus guidance on choosing the right support for your child.

Who this is for

  • Children with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, or other learning differences
  • Students with ADHD who need executive function or attention support
  • Homeschool families looking for ESA-eligible educational therapy
  • Parents who need help understanding whether tutoring or therapy is the right fit
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Educational Therapy
Tucson, AZ

ARIZONA VISION THERAPY CENTER

Arizona Vision Therapy Center is Southern Arizona’s premier destination for developmental and neuro-optometric care, providing life-changing vision rehabilitation and holistic visual solutions since 2009. Located in Tucson, our practice specializes in identifying and treating functional vision problems that are often overlooked during traditional eye exams, helping both children and adults achieve greater success at school, work, sports, and everyday life. Led by internationally recognized developmental optometrist Dr. Amy Thomas, FCOVD, our experienced team takes a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care. We understand that vision is far more than simply seeing 20/20—it is how the brain processes, interprets, and responds to visual information. By evaluating the entire visual system, we uncover the root causes of symptoms such as headaches, eye strain, reading difficulties, attention challenges, dizziness, double vision, poor coordination, and visual discomfort that frequently go undiagnosed. Arizona Vision Therapy Center offers a wide range of specialized services including Optometric Vision Therapy, Vision Rehabilitation, Therapeutic Lenses, Syntonic Phototherapy, the Sensory Learning Program (SLP), Neuro Feedback (NFB), and Structural Energetic Therapy (SET). These evidence-informed, non-invasive programs are individually tailored to each patient’s unique needs and are designed to improve visual efficiency, neurological function, balance, learning, comfort, and overall quality of life. Our patients include children struggling with reading and learning, individuals with ADHD or developmental challenges, adults experiencing persistent visual discomfort, athletes seeking enhanced visual performance, and patients recovering from concussion, stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other neurological conditions. Through personalized treatment plans and compassionate care, we help patients build stronger visual skills while increasing confidence and independence. What truly sets Arizona Vision Therapy Center apart is our commitment to treating the whole person rather than simply managing symptoms. Every evaluation is thorough, every treatment plan is customized, and every patient receives individualized attention from a team passionate about helping people reach their fullest potential. Our greatest reward is seeing lives transformed as patients discover they can read with ease, perform confidently, move comfortably, and experience the world in ways they never thought possible. Whether you’re searching for answers after years of frustration or looking for advanced vision rehabilitation services unavailable through traditional eye care, Arizona Vision Therapy Center is dedicated to helping you think better, move better, and see better through innovative, compassionate, and comprehensive vision care.

ESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Scottsdale, AZ

BookBloom Literacy

BookBloom Literacy At BookBloom Literacy, I believe every child can learn to read with the right instruction. My mission is to help struggling readers become confident, capable learners through individualized, evidence-based instruction that is rooted in the Science of Reading and the Orton-Gillingham approach. Whether a student has dyslexia, persistent reading challenges, or simply needs explicit instruction to build a strong literacy foundation, I meet them where they are and create a plan tailored to their unique needs. As the founder of BookBloom Literacy, I bring more than 20 years of experience in education, including 10 years as a special education teacher, work as a reading specialist, and years of supporting students in Arizona schools. I also earned my dyslexia certification through the SLANT Structured Literacy program. My professional experience, combined with homeschooling my neurodivergent son, has given me a deep appreciation for the flexibility and individualized learning that homeschooling provides. I understand the joys and challenges homeschool families experience because I’ve lived them. Each student begins with a comprehensive literacy assessment to identify strengths, skill gaps, and the most effective instructional path. Lessons are individualized and multisensory, focusing on phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, encoding (spelling), fluency, vocabulary, morphology, and reading comprehension. Every session is structured, engaging, and designed to help students make meaningful progress while building confidence and independence. I partner closely with homeschool families, communicating regularly about student progress and providing practical strategies that parents can easily incorporate into their homeschool day. My goal is not only to help students become stronger readers but also to equip parents with the knowledge and confidence to support literacy at home. BookBloom Literacy serves students from kindergarten through high school, with a primary focus on elementary and middle school readers who need targeted intervention. Sessions are available in person in North Scottsdale and virtually nationwide through Koala Classroom, allowing families to receive high-quality, individualized instruction wherever they live. If your child is working hard but reading still hasn’t “clicked,” there is hope. With the right instruction, children can close reading gaps, develop lasting literacy skills, and discover the joy and confidence that comes from becoming successful readers. Helping young readers grow. 🌱

K-12ESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
AZ

Guided Health Therapy

Guided Health Therapy is a family-centered virtual therapy program providing occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language therapy to children in Arizona. Our mission is to help children build confidence, independence, communication skills, and the abilities they need to succeed at home, in school, and in their communities. Our founders were raised in Christian families where attending church, volunteering, and serving others were important parts of their childhood. Now, as adults with families of their own, they continue practicing their faith and attending church together every Sunday. These experiences have given them a lasting appreciation for faith, family, forgiveness, divine love, compassion, and community. The messages found in Proverbs 3:5–6, which encourages trusting in the Lord for guidance, and Psalm 23:2, which reflects peace, care, and restoration, deeply resonate with our founders and their families. These principles inspired them to create a program that makes a positive difference in children’s lives while treating every family with dignity, patience, kindness, and respect. Guided Health Therapy welcomes and serves families of all backgrounds. During a typical week, children meet virtually with licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists, or speech-language pathologists based on their individual needs. Sessions may focus on communication, speech development, motor skills, sensory needs, daily living skills, emotional regulation, feeding, or participation in learning activities. Therapists also collaborate with parents and caregivers, provide practical strategies for home, and regularly monitor each child’s progress. What makes Guided Health Therapy distinct is our combination of professional clinical care and genuine personal connection. We understand that every child learns differently, so therapy is individualized, engaging, and designed to fit naturally into family life. By delivering services virtually, we make quality therapy more accessible, convenient, and comfortable for children and their families.

K-12OnlineESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Tucson, AZ

Monsoon Speech Therapy

At Monsoon Speech Therapy, my mission is to partner with families to help every child find their voice and confidently communicate in everyday life. As both a speech-language pathologist and a retired homeschooling mom of four, I understand that children learn best through meaningful relationships, play, and real-life experiences—not just worksheets or sitting at a table. After homeschooling our children for 18 years, I have a deep appreciation for meeting each child where they are developmentally and recognizing that every child learns differently. My goal is to equip parents with practical strategies they can naturally incorporate into daily life so communication continues to grow long after each therapy session ends. Our practice specializes in individualized pediatric speech and language therapy for toddlers through teenagers. Services are provided in children's natural environments whenever possible, including homes, daycares, preschools, private schools, community settings, and homeschool co-ops throughout the Tucson area. Therapy is play-based, engaging, and evidence-based, focusing on each child's unique strengths, interests, and communication style. We serve children with speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, expressive and receptive language disorders, autism, social communication differences, literacy-based language challenges, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) needs. Every therapy plan is individualized because no two children learn the same way. One child may be developing first words through joyful play and parent coaching, another may be learning to tell stories, advocate for themselves, strengthen reading and language skills, or build confidence communicating with peers. Parents are an essential part of the therapy process, and I strive to provide practical coaching and home strategies that fit naturally into everyday family life rather than adding one more thing to an already busy schedule. My family has been deeply shaped by homeschooling, adoption, foster care, and raising neurodiverse children. These experiences have given me both personal and professional insight into the unique strengths and challenges many families experience. I understand that trust, regulation, connection, and felt safety are often the foundation for learning. My practice is trauma-informed, relationship-centered, and built on the belief that children thrive when they are understood, supported, and given opportunities to communicate in ways that honor who they are. My Christian faith has influenced the way I serve others—with compassion, integrity, patience, and the belief that every child is uniquely created in the image of God with inherent dignity, value, and purpose. While speech therapy sessions are always family-centered and welcoming to families of all backgrounds, I enjoy partnering with families who are seeking a clinician whose values reflect a Christian worldview. Over the years, I have served as an Awana leader for eight years, taught classes in homeschool co-ops, and remained actively involved in my local church community. These experiences have strengthened my passion for encouraging both children and the parents who faithfully invest in them every day. Families who choose Monsoon Speech Therapy are often looking for more than a weekly therapy appointment—they're looking for a trusted partner who will celebrate their child's strengths, provide evidence-based care, communicate openly, and encourage them throughout the journey. It is a privilege to walk alongside families as children grow in confidence, develop meaningful communication, and discover the joy of connecting with the people God has placed in their lives.

pre-K- high schoolESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Queen Creek, AZ

Naturally FUNctional Wellness

Hi, my name is Ashley and I own Naturally FUNctional Wellness! My journey started in New Jersey, but the call for new experiences brought me to the beautiful landscapes of Arizona. I pursued both my undergraduate and graduate studies at Seton Hall University, where my passion for helping others took root. My personal experiences with health challenges led me to discover the incredible power of holistic approaches and natural medicine. I truly believe in the healing power of nature and the environment, and I incorporate these elements into my therapy practices to create positive, lasting results. At the core of my practice is a strong commitment to interdisciplinary communication, research-based techniques, collaboration with families, and creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's unique needs. I believe that working closely together ensures the best outcomes for every child. At Naturally FUNctional Wellness, we believe every child deserves to be understood, supported, and empowered to thrive as their authentic self. What sets us apart is our neuro-affirming, family-centered approach that looks beyond surface-level challenges to understand the “why” behind a child’s experiences. Rather than focusing solely on behaviors or isolated skill deficits, we recognize that behavior is communication and consider how a child’s sensory processing, nervous system regulation, emotional well-being, motor development, environment, and relationships all influence their ability to participate in everyday life. We prioritize connection before expectations, helping children feel safe, regulated, and confident so meaningful learning can occur. Our therapy is individualized to each child’s unique strengths, interests, and goals, with interventions embedded into real-life routines and meaningful activities that promote lasting functional change. We believe parents and caregivers are the most important members of the therapy team, which is why we emphasize education, collaboration, and practical family coaching that can be carried over beyond each session. Whether services are provided in the home, community, or through telehealth, our goal is to build confidence, independence, and joyful participation in daily life, not by changing who a child is, but by supporting them in ways that honor their individuality and help them flourish.

PK-12ESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Surprise, AZ

Rooted Expressions, PLLC

About Rooted Expressions Rooted Expressions was created to provide compassionate, individualized support for clients with diverse communication needs—grounded in experience, empathy, and meaningful connection. As a Christian Speech-Language Pathologist with nearly 20 years of experience, I consider it a privilege to walk alongside individuals and families throughout their communication journey. Throughout my career, I have worked with both pediatric and adult populations in a variety of settings, with the majority of my experience serving children and young adults with a wide range of communication abilities and needs. I believe that communication is about more than words—it’s about building relationships, fostering confidence, and creating opportunities for meaningful participation in everyday life. Every client is unique, and I strive to provide evidence-based, individualized therapy that supports each person’s strengths, goals, and potential. At Rooted Expressions, I view families as essential members of the therapy team. My goal is not only to support each client but also to equip, encourage, and partner with parents and caregivers by providing practical strategies, education, and ongoing collaboration that promote success beyond our therapy sessions. Whether we are working on speech, language, feeding, social communication, or augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), my hope is that every family feels welcomed, supported, and empowered. It is an honor to be entrusted with your child’s care, and I look forward to partnering with you as we help your loved one grow, connect, and thrive.

PK-12+ESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Tempe, AZ

The Reading & Math Clinic

The Reading & Math Clinic specializes in providing individualized reading and/or math intervention for struggling learners who are below grade level in these skills. We utilize LIPS with Seeing Stars support and Math U See curricula; both programs entail systematic, explicit, multi-sensory instruction for students who do not respond to traditional instructional methods. We have had significant success with learners of all backgrounds, including those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, autism, ADHD, and speech and hearing deficits. To get started, schedule a free screening and consultation to determine if enrolling in our program is the right fit for you. Students typically attend 3-5x a week for 1-2 hour one-on-one lessons with our trained specialists. Lesson frequency varies based on individual need. Parents are debriefed after each lesson and provided with recommendations for home practice. Students also receive a homework folder to encourage home practice. Parents are always welcome to sit in on lessons to inform their home practice. Students often improve in one or more foundational reading skill by one or more grade level in the first 40 hours of treatment. Our reading program takes about 80-120 hours to complete overall. Students complete testing every 40-50 hours to provide parents with detailed progress updates and recommendations for next steps. We collaborate closely with parents to establish a graduation date once all skills are at or above grade level.

K-collegeESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Glendale, AZ

Two Lips for Talking Speech and Myo Therapy Clinic

Welcome to Two Lips for Talking. At Two Lips for Talking, we believe communication begins long before a child's first words. Our mission is to help children develop the foundational skills they need to communicate, eat, breathe, sleep, and thrive through a whole-child, relationship-based approach. We combine evidence-based speech-language pathology with a deep understanding of oral function, nervous system regulation, and child development to create meaningful, lasting progress for every family we serve. We specialize in pediatric speech-language therapy for children from infancy through adolescence. Our areas of expertise include speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, language delays, feeding and picky eating, myofunctional therapy, tongue ties, oral motor development, airway-focused therapy, and social communication. We also provide craniosacral fascial therapy (CFT) and the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) to support nervous system regulation when appropriate. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, we look for the "why" behind communication challenges so we can build skills from the ground up. A typical week at Two Lips for Talking is filled with engaging, play-based therapy that children genuinely enjoy. Sessions are individualized to each child's goals and interests, incorporating movement, games, sensory experiences, and meaningful interaction. Parents are an essential part of the therapy process, and we provide practical strategies that can be naturally incorporated into daily routines at home. We believe children make the greatest progress when families feel confident, informed, and supported. We proudly serve families seeking a more comprehensive approach to speech and feeding therapy. Many of our clients have complex needs, including oral restrictions, airway concerns, sensory differences, developmental delays, autism, ADHD, or persistent speech and feeding challenges that have not fully resolved with traditional therapy alone. We also work collaboratively with pediatricians, dentists, orthodontists, ENTs, lactation consultants, occupational therapists, and other professionals to ensure each child receives coordinated, holistic care. What makes Two Lips for Talking different is our commitment to treating the whole child—not just the diagnosis. Every treatment plan is tailored to the child's unique strengths, developmental stage, and family goals. We believe therapy should be joyful, empowering, and rooted in genuine relationships. Our goal is not only to help children communicate more effectively today, but to build lifelong confidence, healthy function, and meaningful participation in the activities that matter most.

Birth-Adolescent, AdultsESA Accepted Verified
Educational Therapy
Glendale, AZ

Word Play, LLC

Word Play Pediatric Therapy partners with Arizona Christian homeschool families to help children communicate, learn, participate, and grow with confidence. We provide individualized speech-language-feeding services for children who may need additional support with communication, language development, articulation, literacy-related skills, social interaction, feeding, sensory regulation, or everyday participation. Our family-centered approach respects each family’s Christian faith, values, educational philosophy, and role as the child’s primary teacher. A typical week may include an individualized therapy session, practical activities connected to the child’s homeschool routine, and caregiver coaching that helps families carry new skills into daily life. Rather than separating therapy from education, our clinicians look for meaningful ways to support participation in lessons, reading, writing, family routines, church activities, community experiences, and peer relationships. Recommendations are tailored to each child’s abilities, goals, interests, learning style, and homeschool curriculum whenever possible. We serve families seeking a more personal and collaborative alternative to traditional school-based services, including children with developmental delays, disabilities, neurodivergent learning profiles, or specific speech, language, motor, sensory, and feeding needs. We also support families who simply want professional guidance, a comprehensive evaluation, or targeted intervention in an area where their child is struggling. What makes Word Play distinct is our combination of clinical expertise, flexibility, and genuine partnership with parents. We recognize that homeschool families know their children deeply and have intentionally chosen an educational path that reflects their priorities. Our role is not to replace that relationship, but to strengthen it by providing evidence-based care, understandable recommendations, and strategies that are realistic for home and community life. We want every family to feel heard, respected, and equipped—and every child to experience therapy as a place where they are known, encouraged, and capable of meaningful progress.

HybridESA Accepted Verified

Does Arizona ESA pay for educational therapy?

Yes — Arizona ESA pays for educational therapy when it addresses a documented learning need. This includes structured literacy intervention for dyslexia, writing support for dysgraphia, math intervention for dyscalculia, and executive-function coaching tied to ADHD or a learning difference. ESA requires that services be educational in nature and provided by a qualified practitioner; many educational therapists in Arizona are already ClassWallet vendors. Evaluations and assessments may also be covered when tied to educational planning. See What Arizona ESA Covers for the full list.

What is educational therapy?

Educational therapy goes beyond tutoring. While a tutor usually helps a student catch up in a specific subject, an educational therapist identifies and addresses the underlying learning differences that make the subject hard. Sessions are personalized, often multisensory, and target skills like decoding, spelling, written expression, number sense, working memory, and executive function. Many educational therapists are trained in Orton-Gillingham, Barton, Wilson, or other structured-literacy approaches.

Common learning differences educational therapists address

Dyslexia — difficulty with accurate or fluent reading and spelling. Dysgraphia — difficulty with handwriting, spelling, and organizing written expression. Dyscalculia — difficulty with number sense, math facts, and mathematical reasoning. ADHD — challenges with attention, impulse control, and executive function. Some therapists also support auditory processing, working memory, and language-based learning needs. A good therapist will tell you when a child needs therapy versus when simple tutoring is enough.

How to choose an educational therapist

Ask about training and certification (Orton-Gillingham, Barton, Wilson, educational therapy certificate). Ask how they assess progress and how often. Ask whether they accept Arizona ESA / ClassWallet. Ask about session length and frequency — most therapy is 1–2 times per week for 45–60 minutes. Ask whether they work online or in person. And ask for a trial session or consultation so you can see if the fit is right for your child.

When to start educational therapy

The earlier intervention begins, the faster a child closes gaps — but it's never too late. Early signs include persistent letter or number reversals, guessing at words, poor spelling, messy or avoided writing, trouble memorizing math facts, or difficulty following multi-step directions. If standard curriculum and tutoring haven't moved the needle after a few months, it's worth consulting an educational therapist.

Frequently asked questions

Does Arizona ESA pay for educational therapy?
Yes. Arizona ESA pays for educational therapy that addresses a documented learning need, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and executive function support. Services must be educational in nature and provided by a qualified practitioner. Most Arizona educational therapists accept ClassWallet payments.
What's the difference between a tutor and an educational therapist?
A tutor typically helps a student catch up in a specific subject. An educational therapist identifies and addresses the underlying learning differences that make the subject difficult, using specialized, often multisensory methods.
Do I need a formal diagnosis to start educational therapy?
No. A skilled educational therapist can identify learning-difference patterns and begin targeted intervention without a formal diagnosis. A diagnosis is helpful for ESA documentation, accommodations, and long-term planning, but it isn't required to begin.
How much does educational therapy cost in Arizona?
Educational therapy typically ranges from $60–$130 per hour in Arizona, depending on the specialist's training and location. Most sessions are fully covered by Arizona ESA through ClassWallet.
Can educational therapy be done online?
Yes. Many Arizona educational therapists offer online sessions using digital manipulatives, shared whiteboards, and screen-sharing. Online therapy can be especially effective for older students and doubles your pool of available specialists.
What should I look for in an educational therapist?
Look for specific training in your child's area of need (Orton-Gillingham, Barton, Wilson for dyslexia; structured writing methods for dysgraphia; multisensory math for dyscalculia). Ask about experience, progress monitoring, session structure, and whether they accept ESA / ClassWallet.

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Know the difference

Homeschooling and ESA-funded education are not the same thing

Under Arizona law these are two distinct pathways with different rules. We label every listing with the pathway it primarily serves so you know what you're signing up for.

Homeschooling (ARS §15-802)

Parent files an Affidavit of Intent. No public funds. Parent picks any curriculum and keeps full control. Co-ops, tutors, and enrichment are paid out of pocket.

ESA-funded education

Family signs the ESA contract and the affidavit is withdrawn. Quarterly funds flow through ClassWallet, expenses must fit ADE's allowable list, and receipts are required. Legally not homeschooling.

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