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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.

Christina Ann Burnham 5/8/26 Christina Ann Burnham 5/8/26

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.

Christina Ann Burnham 4/12/26 Christina Ann Burnham 4/12/26

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.

Christina Ann Burnham 4/9/26 Christina Ann Burnham 4/9/26

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.

Christina Ann Burnham 11/25/25 Christina Ann Burnham 11/25/25

Supporting the Emotions and Psychology of the Child Client

As children grow, speech therapy becomes more than play — it becomes personal. Building confidence and protecting emotional well-being are just as important as targeting sounds.

Christina Ann Burnham 11/18/25 Christina Ann Burnham 11/18/25

Why Rapport Matters in Teletherapy

In online speech therapy, drilling sounds isn’t enough. The real magic happens when children feel safe, seen, and connected. That’s why rapport isn’t optional—it’s essential.

Christina Ann Burnham 11/11/25 Christina Ann Burnham 11/11/25

Why CloudSpeech Primarily Serves Children Ages 5 and Up

At CloudSpeech, we’ve learned that children ages 5 and up are developmentally ready to thrive in virtual therapy. Learn how focus, connection, and the right approach make all the difference in lasting speech clarity and confidence.

Christina Ann Burnham 10/28/25 Christina Ann Burnham 10/28/25

Making Virtual Therapy Real: Hands-On Tools for Online Speech Success

When most people picture virtual speech therapy, they imagine endless screens of digital flashcards and kids sitting passively in front of a computer. That was my concern, too. I began my career in hands-on preschool classrooms, where we carved pumpkins, built tents, painted, and played our way through therapy.