SpeechStep for US Families: Practice Between Your Child’s Therapy Sessions
“My child gets 30 minutes a week — is that enough?” It usually isn’t, on its own. SpeechStep turns the days between your child’s therapy sessions into daily, AI-guided speech practice, with parent coaching and a free Welcome Session with a SpeechStep Coach. It works alongside your child’s SLP — never in place of one.
Talk to a SpeechStep Coach — free
Book a free Welcome Session with a SpeechStep Coach — guidance on your child’s speech and a home-practice plan, at no cost.
The problem every US parent knows
Your child sees their speech therapist for a short session once or twice a week, then comes home. A common school pattern is just 30 minutes, twice weekly — and with heavy caseloads, that’s often all a therapist can offer.1,2
The rest of the week is where progress is won or lost — and it’s usually left to parents with no clear plan.
How SpeechStep fits into your week
Helping children speak with confidence through daily AI-guided speech practice — the practice your child does at home between (or while waiting for) professional support.
- 1Your child practises their target sounds daily — a few focused minutes, not a chore.
- 2They get instant, gentle feedback on how each sound was said, so practice is accurate.
- 3You get simple coaching on what to work on and how, without needing to be a specialist.
- 4You see progress over time, and bring that momentum back to your child’s therapist.
Alongside your SLP, not instead of them
SpeechStep is built to reinforce what your child works on in therapy. Share their progress with your SLP — the two together are far stronger than either alone.
What it costs
SpeechStep comes in two parts. The app is your child’s daily practice — a one-time price, not a monthly bill: SpeechStep Practice (1,000+ words, daily practice) is $29 and SpeechStep AI (instant AI feedback on every sound, progress tracking, parent dashboard) is $59 on the App Store or Google Play. You can also book a free Welcome Session with a SpeechStep Coach today and continue with affordable ongoing 1:1 coaching (available now, arranged after your Welcome Session); local licensed therapists in your own country are coming soon in most markets, and already available in India.
Start with a free Welcome Session
Tell a SpeechStep Coach what you’re seeing. You’ll leave with a clear read on your child’s speech and a simple plan you can start today — free.
Frequently asked questions
Is SpeechStep a replacement for my child’s speech therapist?＋
No. SpeechStep is daily practice and parent guidance between sessions. It doesn’t diagnose or treat and doesn’t replace a licensed SLP. It makes the time between your child’s therapy sessions count.
My child is on a waitlist for therapy — can we start now?＋
Yes. That’s one of the best times to begin. Daily practice keeps your child moving forward while you wait, and the free Welcome Session helps you plan what to do next.
Can SpeechStep help my child from home?＋
Yes. SpeechStep is designed for daily home practice — your child practises target sounds with instant feedback, and you get simple guidance on what to focus on. You can also book a free online Welcome Session with a SpeechStep Coach to plan the right next steps.
Is the Welcome Session a diagnosis or therapy?＋
No. It is free parent guidance and coaching — a SpeechStep Coach helps you understand your child’s speech and gives you a practical home plan. It is not a formal diagnosis and does not replace a licensed speech-language pathologist where one is needed.
What if we’re already waiting for or seeing a therapist?＋
That’s exactly where SpeechStep fits. If you’re on a waiting list, daily practice keeps your child progressing until the appointment. If you already see a therapist, SpeechStep is the practice in between the sessions, where most of the real progress happens — many therapists recommend daily home practice for exactly this reason.
How much does SpeechStep cost?＋
The app is free to start, and unlocking more is a one-time launch price — not a monthly subscription. SpeechStep Practice adds 1,000+ practice words and daily practice; SpeechStep AI adds instant AI feedback on every sound, progress tracking, and a parent dashboard. You’ll see your exact local price at checkout. The initial Welcome Session is free, and affordable ongoing 1:1 coaching with our speech professionals is available now (arranged after your Welcome Session); local licensed therapists in your own country are coming soon in most markets (already available in India).
Can I work with a real speech professional too?＋
Yes. Start with a free Welcome Session with one of our SpeechStep Coaches — that’s available today. For ongoing 1:1 help you have two options: (1) the SpeechStep Network — affordable, English-speaking speech coaching at one simple price, available now and arranged with you after your Welcome Session; and (2) local licensed therapists in your own country for local clinical care, available in India today and coming soon in most other markets. Book the free Welcome Session and we’ll match you to what fits. Your app practice and progress travel with you either way.
Talk to a SpeechStep Coach — free
Book your free Welcome Session. Your coach reviews your child’s practice and gives you guidance and a simple home plan — no diagnosis, no pressure.
References
2 sources from authoritative bodies. Last reviewed July 2026.
- 1.Apraxia KidsFrequency of Speech Therapy — parent portal article.
- 2.ASHA2024 Schools Survey: SLP Caseload and Workload Characteristics — survey report, 2024.
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