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RESOURCES FOR TEXAS FAMILIES NAVIGATING SPEECH THERAPY
Resources for Families, From a Speech Specialist
Practical guidance on childhood apraxia of speech, speech sound disorders, and getting the most out of your child's therapy.
Whether you're trying to understand your child's diagnosis, figure out how to use your insurance benefits, or wondering if your child needs more intensive support — you're in the right place. These posts are written for Texas families navigating speech therapy, by a specialist who works with kids like yours every day.
Is your child getting enough speech therapy at school? What every parent should know before the school year starts
Nearly half of all school districts are struggling to fill speech therapist positions. Here's what the national shortage really means for your child's services — and what options exist beyond the school setting.
Can CloudSpeech Help My Child? What Families Need to Know
Not sure if CloudSpeech is right for your child? Here's a straightforward guide — with three real scenarios — to help you figure out if what we do is what your child needs.
How Long Does R Therapy Take? What the Timeline Really Depends On
Your child has been in R therapy. You've been hopeful before. Here's what actually determines how long R therapy takes — and what finally makes the difference.
How Often Should My Child Have Speech Therapy? What the Research Says About Frequency
If your child is in speech therapy once a week and progress feels slow, you're not imagining it. The research on frequency is clearer than the once-a-week default suggests.
Could My Child Have Apraxia? Signs of CAS That Get Missed in Older Kids
CAS is well-known in toddlers but often missed in older kids — sometimes labeled as a language delay or articulation issue. Here's what to watch for, and why the right diagnosis matters.
Why Your Child Might Still Be Stuck on R
R is one of the trickiest speech sounds to treat. If your child has been working on R for a while without real progress, here's what often makes the difference.
My Child Is Still Struggling With Speech at Age 5 — Should I Be Worried?
Maybe your 5-year-old still mispronounces /R/ or has trouble with /S/. Maybe it's bigger than that. Family says "she'll grow out of it." Pediatrician says "let's wait and see." Should you? Here's what the most recent research actually says.
Before Kindergarten Starts — What New Research Tells Us About Speech Sound Disorders and Your Child's Social World
New 2026 research shows that the social consequences of speech sound disorders begin in preschool — earlier than most families realize. A Texas SLP explains what this means for kindergarten readiness, why waiting isn't always the right call, and what parents can do this summer.
Will AI Replace Speech Therapists? A Texas SLP's Honest Answer
AI speech apps are multiplying fast. So is the national SLP shortage. A Texas speech therapy specialist weighs in honestly on what AI can and can't do, why teletherapy is part of the real solution, and what parents actually need to know.
Phonological Disorders in Children: What's Normal, What's Not, and Why Kindergarten Is the Turning Point
Young children simplify speech sounds — and that's completely normal. But some patterns should be gone by the time a child starts kindergarten. A Texas SLP explains the norms, the reading connection, and why waiting isn't always the right call.
Is School Speech Therapy Enough? What to Do When Your Child Isn't Making Progress
School SLPs work incredibly hard. But the system they work in was not designed for children who need specialist-level, high-frequency support for speech sound disorders. Here's what parents need to know — and what questions to ask.
Mr. Rogers Already Knew: Why the Screen Was Never the Problem
Mr. Rogers didn't fight the television. He walked through it — and met children exactly where they were. Here's why his philosophy became the founding vision behind CloudSpeech, and what it means for your child's therapy today.
We're Walking for Apraxia Kids — And We'd Love Your Support
CloudSpeech is walking in the 2026 Central Texas Walk for Apraxia to raise funds for children with childhood apraxia of speech. Here's why we walk — and how you can support our team.
I Sold My Car, Moved to the Jungle, and Built a Speech Therapy Practice. Here's What That Has to Do With Your Child's Sessions.
I don't own a TV, a smart watch, or a microwave. I moved to the jungle. And I built my entire career delivering therapy through a screen. Here's why — and what it means for your family.
Does My Child Have a Lisp? What Texas Parents Need to Know
A lisp doesn't have to be permanent — but not all lisps are the same. Learn the four types of childhood lisps, which ones resolve on their own, which ones require treatment at any age, and when to seek an evaluation for your child.
What Happens If a Speech Sound Disorder Goes Untreated? What the Research Actually Says
What actually happens when a speech sound disorder goes untreated? The research offers a nuanced but important answer — one every parent and professional should understand before deciding to wait.
Introducing the Summer R Boost: Intensive R Therapy for Kids This Summer
The Summer R Boost is CloudSpeech's new intensive virtual R therapy program for kids ages 6+ across Texas. June, July, and full summer options available. Here's why intensive therapy works — and how to know if your child is ready.
When Should My Child Be Referred for Speech Therapy? A Research-Based Guide for Parents and Professionals
Many children with speech sound disorders are referred too late — or not at all. This guide outlines current research-based norms for speech sound development and the ages at which parents and professionals should seek an SLP evaluation.
What Is TEFA? How Texas Families Can Use Education Freedom Funds for Speech Therapy
Texas families with an approved TEFA account can use education freedom funds for private speech therapy starting July 1, 2026. CloudSpeech is an approved TEFA vendor specializing in speech sound disorders for kids 5+ across Texas.
My Child Is Already Getting School Speech Therapy for R. Why Isn't It Working?
If your child has been in school speech therapy for R for years without meaningful progress, it's not your child's fault — and it's probably not the SLP's fault either. Here's what R therapy actually requires, and why the school model often can't deliver it.