Speech Therapy Teletherapy Tips

A Practical Hub for SLPs Providing Teletherapy

Providing speech therapy through teletherapy requires flexibility, intention, and the right tools. This page is a central hub for speech therapy teletherapy tips, resources, and tools that support effective, engaging online sessions.

Whether you are new to teletherapy or refining your workflow, this hub is designed to help you:

• Set up teletherapy sessions efficiently

• Choose and organize materials

• Run smooth, predictable sessions

• Target articulation, language, and early intervention goals online

This page will continue to grow as teletherapy evolves—bookmark it and return as needed.

Getting Started With Speech Therapy Teletherapy

1. Choose a Teletherapy Platform

Start by choosing one platform and committing to it. Consistency matters for both clinicians and families.

Key features to consider:

• HIPAA compliance
• Screen sharing
• Ease of client login
• Mouse or screen control for students
• Cost and reliability

A stable platform reduces session disruptions and supports smoother therapy flow.

2. Use PDFs and No-Print Materials

Screen sharing allows you to use PDF-based materials effectively. When students can interact—color, circle, drag, or erase—engagement increases significantly.

PDF and no-print materials work well for:

• Drill practice
• Warm-up activities
• Quick reviews
• Game-based therapy

Online Games and Digital Tools

Teletherapy works best when therapy tasks are paired with motivating activities.

Commonly used tools include:

• Educational websites for short reward games
• Interactive slide decks
• Teletherapy-specific game platforms
• Membership-based digital materials

I use:

• Pink Cat Games 
• Membership Site - Great mix of print and digital materials

Teletherapy Guides by Therapy Area

Use the guides below for targeted support:

• Articulation Teletherapy Guide
  Strategies and materials for efficient articulation therapy online
• Language Teletherapy Guide
  Practical ideas for expressive and receptive language goals
• Early Intervention Teletherapy Tips
  Supporting toddlers and families through teletherapy routines

Each guide includes actionable tips and links to relevant materials.

Teletherapy Materials (Google Slides) Guides

Articulation & Phonological Awareness

• Minimal pairs
• Interactive articulation practice
• Phonological awareness activities

Vocabulary & Language

• Tier 2 vocabulary materials
• Seasonal vocabulary sets
• WH-questions activities
• Compare & contrast activities

Seasonal & Themed Teletherapy Games

• I Spy activities
• Interactive board games
• Hidden picture games
• Seasonal articulation and language decks

These materials are designed for quick setup and flexible use.

Using PowerPoint for Teletherapy

PowerPoint games can be effective during screen share, especially for:

• Hidden picture activities
• Turn-taking games
• Motivation and reinforcement

Many free PowerPoint-based therapy games can be adapted for articulation and language goals.

General Teletherapy Tips for SLPs

• Check internet connection before sessions
• Log in early to test audio and video
• Use good lighting so students can see your face
• Keep water nearby
• Pre-open links and materials
• Always have a backup activity ready

Teletherapy is rarely perfect—planning for flexibility matters.

A Sample Teletherapy Session Structure

For early elementary students (ages 4–7), a predictable routine supports engagement:

• Greeting and parent check-in (5 minutes)
• Goal review and drill practice (10 minutes)
• Short reward game (3 minutes)
• Second therapy activity (10 minutes)
• Literacy-based task or carryover activity (10 minutes)
• Final reward or wrap-up (3 minutes)

Consistency helps students know what to expect.

Explore More Teletherapy Support

• Articulation Teletherapy Tips
• Language Teletherapy Tips
• Teletherapy & Early Intervention
• Speech Therapy Talk Membership (teletherapy-ready materials included)