Does Blake work with children?

Yes, Blake works with children. Pediatric specialties include: Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Down syndrome, Pediatric Cognition, Pediatric Fluency/Stuttering, Pediatric/Adolescent Social-Pragmatics, Pediatric AAC.

Blake Klenke

Q: What does Blake specialize in?

Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Cleft Palate/Cleft Lip, Down syndrome, Early Language Development, Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, Ped. Articulation/Phonological Disorder, Pediatric Cognition, Pediatric Fluency/Stuttering, Ped. Receptive-Expressive Language, Pediatric/Adolescent Social-Pragmatics, Selective Mutism, Written Language Disorders, Voice, Pediatric AAC

Q: What is Blake's educational background?

B.S. - Fontbonne University, M.S. - Fontbonne University

Q: What insurances does Blake accept?

Blake accepts 11 insurance plans including: Aetna, Healthcare Highways, Homelink, Medical Cost Containment, Medicare, Multiplan, Optum/United Healthcare, Sana Benefits, TriWest CCN, TriWest Health Alliance, Tricare Humana.

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (M.S., CCC-SLP)

Accepts 11 insurance plans

Hi! I’m Blake. Driven by a passion for helping others, I became a speech-language pathologist because I believe communication is vital to everyday life. I love collaborating with clients and their families, working together to achieve meaningful progress and celebrate every milestone along the way.

My clinical experience spans a variety of pediatric settings, where I support children with diverse speech, language, and communication needs. My therapy approach is functional, strengths-based, and individualized. I prioritize client-centered and family-focused care, partnering with caregivers to weave practical strategies into daily routines that foster self-advocacy, confidence, and long-term connection.

I am deeply committed to clinical excellence, evidence-based care, and ongoing professional growth. To best support young children and their support networks, I have received specialized training in the Hanen "It Takes Two to Talk"® program, equipping families with research-backed strategies to nurture early language development in natural, everyday interactions.

Here's what you can expect

Book your evaluation

Pick a time that fits your schedule. Choose a 60-minute evaluation or two 30-minute visits.

Attend your evaluation

You'll talk through what you're looking for and complete an assessment to guide next steps.

Get your personal plan

Blake will share a plan built around your goals, plus practical recommendations to support progress.

Blake is in-network with major insurers and accepts 11 insurance plans.

AetnaHealthcare HighwaysHomelinkMedical Cost ContainmentMedicareMultiplanOptum/United HealthcareSana BenefitsTriWest CCNTriWest Health AllianceTricare Humana

Therapist details and specialties

states licensed to practice

MissouriMarylandWashington

specialties

Autism Spectrum DisorderChildhood Apraxia of SpeechCleft Palate/Cleft LipDown syndromeEarly Language DevelopmentOrofacial Myofunctional Disorders Ped. Articulation/Phonological DisorderPediatric CognitionPediatric Fluency/StutteringPed. Receptive-Expressive LanguagePediatric/Adolescent Social-PragmaticsSelective MutismWritten Language DisordersVoicePediatric AAC

certifications

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

professional memberships & affiliations

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

languages spoken

English

Education and training

B.S. - Fontbonne University

M.S. - Fontbonne University

Other interests

Outside of work, I love spending my time playing with my dog, watching a local musical, or tuning into a great audiobook or podcast. I'm also an avid soccer fan and always enjoy watching a good match.