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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.
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.
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.
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.