Some kids have a hard time talking. That’s okay—there are special tools to help! One of those tools is called an AAC app. AAC stands for “Augmentative and Alternative Communication.” These are voice apps that help kids who don’t speak or who speak very little.
What Do AAC Apps Do?
AAC apps use pictures, symbols, and buttons with words. When kids tap the pictures, the app says the words out loud. This helps them tell others how they feel, what they want, and what they’re thinking.
These apps are great for:
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Kids with autism
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Kids who are nonverbal
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Kids with tongue thrust or phonological problems
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Adults with aphasia or who had a stroke
Popular apps include:
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Proloquo2Go
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TouchChat
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LAMP Words For Life
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TobiiDynavox Snap
Do AAC Apps Stop Kids From Talking?
Nope! That’s just a myth. In fact, AAC apps help kids learn to talk. Many kids use the app and their real voice together. Over time, they often start saying more words on their own.
Speech therapists use AAC apps during sessions to help with:
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Saying sounds clearly
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Making sentences
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Speaking with confidence
Who Can Help?
If you're searching for a speech therapist near me, check out Speech Therapy For All P.C. Every therapist there is trained in AAC therapy. That means they know how to help kids use these apps and practice real talking, too.
They work with:
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Kids with speech delays
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Kids who have raspy voices
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Kids struggling with baby reflexes or oral fixation
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Adults with trouble speaking
Why This Matters
When kids can’t talk, they can feel frustrated or left out. But with speech therapy near me and the right tools, they can join in conversations and feel proud of their voice—whether it’s through an app or their own words.
Need Help with Talking?
If your child has trouble talking, Speech Therapy For All can help. We use top AAC apps and provide one-on-one support with friendly, trained therapists.
Let’s help your child find their voice—one word at a time.