The concept of allyship is foundational across many minority communities, where an ally actively supports and stands alongside individuals or groups facing unique challenges.
Spero's Ally of Stuttering seal for speech-language therapists signifies our commitment to supporting people who stutter through three key actions: taking initiative to deepen our understanding of stuttering, actively challenging negative stereotypes while raising public awareness, and collaborating with people who stutter to help them fully engage in all aspects of their lives.
We invite you to explore our directory of Ally of Stuttering® speech-language therapists!
If you’re just starting your journey into understanding, supporting, and making space for your child’s stuttering, we're here to help!
Caregiver Bridge is a dedicated helpline for families navigating the early stages of stuttering treatment or seeking to better understand stuttering to make well-informed decisions about their child’s care. This confidential service connects you with knowledgeable specialists who can provide guidance and resources, answer questions, and help you take the next steps with confidence.
A 15-minute complimentary call is available for you to talk with a speech-language therapist who specializes in stuttering.
A short film to support caregivers to set up their children for communication success. Over the course of 20 minutes, speech-language therapists with expertise in stuttering discuss effective communication approaches informed by current research, experiences of those who stutter, and best practices designed to help children who stutter communicate freely, forge connections, increase confidence, and build resilience.
Learn the difference in training and preparation among speech-language pathologists and hear from parents and individuals who stutter to understand why finding a specialist or an experienced SLP with the Ally of Stuttering® designation is so important.
What are positive outcomes of effective speech intervention for people who stutter and their families? What's the importance of working with an experienced speech-language therapist who understands stuttering? In this video, individuals who stutter and parents weigh in on speech intervention that was helpful and allowed for improved quality of life.
