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Best for: frequent check-ins via messaging
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The Speech & Hearing Center

  • Updated 3 weeks ago
  • 2212 Encompass Dr Suite 148, Chattanooga, TN 37421
  • Audiologists
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Speech Therapy

About The Speech & Hearing Center

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1. What is your main reason for seeking support right now?
Stress, worry, anxiety, panic, or feeling on edge
Low mood, loss of interest, feeling stuck or hopeless
Relationship or family issues (including couples)
Life changes, decisions, personal growth, or “not sure yet”
2. How much is this affecting your day-to-day life?
It’s noticeable but I’m coping most of the time
It’s starting to interfere with work, studies, or relationships
It’s hard to manage daily tasks or responsibilities
3. How comfortable do you feel talking to someone online?
I’m comfortable with video / phone or chat and use them often
I’m a bit unsure, but willing to try
I usually prefer in-person conversations
4. Which practical issues apply to you?
My schedule is busy or changes week to week
I live far from providers or have limited transport
I prefer to avoid waiting rooms and keep things discreet
None of these, I just want to talk to someone
5. How soon would you like to start?
As soon as possible (within the next few days)
Within the next 1–2 weeks
I’m just exploring options for now

About The Speech & Hearing Center

The Speech Hearing Center is Chattanooga’s only nonprofit medical practice specializing in enhancing communication and enriching lives since 1953. We offer best-in-class audiology, speech, occupational and physical therapy services to individuals of all ages and income levels, and provide top-of-the-line technology and exceptional customer service at competitive prices. Our mission is to improve quality of life through better communication and ensure all individuals with speech or hearing impairments have access to the services and equipment they need, regardless of their ability to pay. With private pay and private insurance patients, grants, and donations, we offset the costs of our mission work. By choosing us, you’re helping to improve quality of life in our area, minimize the effects of communication disorders on education, employment and social wellbeing, and support a long-standing community organization.

Online Therapy vs In-Person Therapy

Not sure whether to see a therapist in person or online? This comparison highlights why online therapy is often the more flexible and accessible option.

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Aspect In-Person Therapy Online Therapy (often more flexible)
Convenience & Time ✖️ Requires travel, scheduling time off, and a fixed location. ✔️ No travel; join from home, office, or car when it suits you.
Scheduling Flexibility ✖️ Mostly office hours; fewer last-minute or out-of-hours options. ✔️ Early morning, evening, and lunchtime sessions are easier to find.
Comfort & Privacy ✖️ Waiting rooms, chance of meeting someone you know, commuting when feeling low. ✔️ Talk from your safest private space at home or elsewhere; no waiting room.
Therapist Availability ✖️ Limited to providers within driving distance and local specialties. ✔️ Access a much wider pool of therapists, including niche expertise.
Cost & Extra Time ✖️ Parking, travel expenses, and extra commuting time around each session. ✔️ No travel or parking costs; time is spent on the session, not the journey.
Accessibility ✖️ Harder for rural areas, busy parents, chronic illness or mobility issues. ✔️ Accessible from anywhere with internet; ideal for busy or remote lifestyles.
Consistency ✖️ Travel, moving, or bad weather can interrupt or cancel sessions. ✔️ Continue therapy even while travelling or during bad weather days.
Best For ✖️ Situations where physical presence or hands-on support is essential. ✔️ Most stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions.
Limitations ✖️ Less flexible; easier to miss sessions due to travel or schedule conflicts. ✔️ Requires internet and a private space; not suitable for emergency situations.

Bottom line: For most people, online therapy offers the best mix of convenience, comfort, and therapist choice—while still providing high-quality support.

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Is online therapy actually effective?
Research shows that for many issues—such as anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties—online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions. What often matters most is finding a therapist you connect with and staying consistent over time.
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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Is online therapy private and secure?
Reputable online therapy platforms use encrypted connections and secure apps that are designed for confidential healthcare communication. Sessions are held in a private space of your choosing, which can feel safer than a public waiting room.
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How do costs compare with in-person therapy?
Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/23/2026 5:02 am

Languages

  • English

Have questions?

If you think your child may need speech therapy, The Speech & Hearing Center is here to help. Our team of certified speech-language pathologists provide comprehensive assessments and therapy services that help children of all ages learn to communicate effectively. We can help your child learn to respond to questions, start and end conversations, use gestures and body language, and understand others. Our goal is to help your child develop the necessary skills to become a confident and independent communicator. Our comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know about speech therapy, so don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.
At The Speech & Hearing Center, our experienced speech therapists are dedicated to helping your child improve their communication skills. We strive to help your child develop their verbal speech, nonverbal skills, facial expression recognition, and body language understanding. Additionally, we aim to help your child learn to form speech in a clearer way, communicate thoughts and feelings, understand and respond to questions, and improve their feeding and swallowing. Our goal is to empower your child to communicate effectively with other people across all environments, including the use of gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Contact Phone number is (423) 622-6900.
http://www.speechhearing.com

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