What does speech therapy cost in India?
Speech therapy session fees in India vary widely. In private clinics and hospitals in Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, individual sessions typically range from ₹800 to ₹2,500 per session. Corporate hospital-affiliated therapy can be higher — ₹2,000–₹4,000 for an initial assessment, then ₹1,500–₹2,000 per session. Online therapy from specialist providers typically runs ₹800–₹1,500 per session, with packages offering 10–15% discounts.
What drives the price variation?
Several factors affect pricing: clinic overheads (a hospital-attached therapy room costs more to run than an online session), therapist experience and specialisation (a therapist with 10 years of autism communication experience commands a premium), location (metros are higher), and whether it's a group or individual session (groups are cheaper but less effective for most goals). Beware of very low prices — ₹300–₹500 sessions are often delivered by trainees or unqualified practitioners.
What should be included in the fee?
A session fee should include the therapist's time, structured session planning, and written session notes or a home activity plan. Assessment fees are usually separate from therapy session fees. At Neurova, the first 10-minute WhatsApp triage has no fee, and the session fee covers the therapy plan and follow-up notes.
Is government or insurance coverage available?
Most private health insurance in India does not cover speech therapy. Some employer-sponsored insurance plans include allied health. CGHS (for central government employees) covers speech therapy at empanelled clinics. The ADIP scheme covers hearing aids but not speech therapy sessions. Disability certification can open access to government support for children with significant speech and language disorders.
How to choose without paying for the wrong thing
Verify that the therapist is RCI-registered. Ask for a written care plan after the assessment. Ask how progress will be measured. Avoid open-ended packages with no milestones. A structured 10-session package with defined goals and a review point is more valuable than 20 sessions with no clear outcome.
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How much does Neurova charge per session?+
Neurova sessions start at ₹800 per 45-minute online session. A 10-session package is ₹7,200 (₹720 per session — a 10% saving). The initial triage call on WhatsApp is free.
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The first WhatsApp triage has no fee. There are no assessment surcharges or setup fees. What you see is what you pay.
Can I pay per session rather than a package?+
Yes. There's no requirement to commit to a package. You can pay per session and decide whether to take a package after the first few sessions.
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