Clarity, Confidence, Connection
Beyond Words: A Parent’s Toolkit for Teens Who Stutter
Help your teen who stutters, feel heard, supported, and empowered by equipping yourself with understanding, guidance, and practical strategies
Parents of teens who stutter often feel unsure about how to best support their child.
The Beyond Words course helps parents move from uncertainty to clarity, to better support your teen both emotionally and practically.
Do you worry about saying the wrong thing?
Do you feel helpless during moments of struggle?
Do you wonder if you’re doing enough?
Beyond Words: A course that creates Impact
The Teenage Years are Critical
Many parents want to help but aren’t sure how, and without the right tools, it’s easy to stay stuck in worry, doubt, or guesswork. This course helps parents move past uncertainty, so they can show up with clarity and confidence for their teen.
The teenage years are critical, supporting a teen well now can have a lasting impact on their confidence and well-being for the future.
Beyond Words Gives Parents
A Practical, Compassionate Toolkit
The course is a toolkit for supporting your teen who stutters.
After taking the course, parents walk away feeling more confident, informed, and connected. You’ll learn how to:
- talk about stuttering in empowering ways
- respond during hard moment
- help your teen navigate school, friendships, and self-advocacy
Hi, I'm Jessica
I’m a speech-language pathologist who has spent the past decade specializing in stuttering. I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds, maybe thousands, of people who stutter, from young children to adults.
My passion for stuttering began in graduate school during an internship at a specialty clinic for people who stutter, and it hasn’t stopped growing since. Today, I am the founder of Stuttering and Speech Therapy Arizona, where I focus on helping people who stutter find confidence, connection, and joy in communication. I also teach the graduate-level stuttering course for the SPEAKS online SLP program at San Jose State University, where I train the next generation of speech-language pathologists to better understand and support people who stutter.
I created this course because I know how deeply parents want to support their teens, and how powerful it can be when they feel equipped to do so. This course is designed to give you that clarity, confidence, and a plan you can use right away.
Jessica Hudson, MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
- Over 10 years exclusively focused on stuttering
- Proud holder of the Ally of Stuttering Seal®
- Multiple ASHA ACE awards for advanced continuing education and lifelong learner
This course is built on years of experience working closely with teens who stutter and their families.
Parents I’ve worked with often say they feel more confident and connected after learning new ways to support their teen. My work is grounded in real conversations, lived experiences, and a deep commitment to helping families grow stronger together.
What to Expect
A judgment-free, informative, and supportive space
The Beyond Words course is designed to be approachable, practical, and grounded in real-life experience.
Whether you’re brand new to learning about stuttering or already working with a therapist, this course will meet you where you are.
You’ll receive:
- Concrete strategies
- Relatable examples
- Opportunity to add a 1:1 with Jessica, once you have completed the course.
Everything I share is based on years of experience and research and it’s all delivered with compassion and clarity.
Get Started Today
Click the sign-up button below to complete your registration for the Beyond Words: A Parent’s Toolkit for Teens Who Stutter and start supporting your teen with confidence.
Learn on Your Schedule
2-Hour Self-Paced Course: Watch at your own pace, all pre-recorded lessons are broken into short, manageable segments you can revisit anytime.
Get Practical Tools
A Parent Toolkit You Can Use Right Away: Downloadable tips, conversation starters, and real-world strategies to help you support your teen from day one.
Stay Supported
Curated Resources & Next Steps: Get a carefully selected list of trusted parent support groups, websites, and books so you’ll always know where to turn for ongoing connection and encouragement.
Optional add-ons: 1:1 consultations with Jessica
What You'll Learn in this Course
Session 1: Understanding Stuttering
30 minutes
Get clarity and confidence about what stuttering really is.
- What stuttering is (and isn’t)
- What causes stuttering
- Myths & misconceptions — what actually helps vs. what doesn’t
Session 2: Supporting Your Teen Who Stutters
75 minutes
Practical, actionable strategies to help your teen feel heard, supported, and confident.
- The emotional & social impact of stuttering on teens
- How to talk about stuttering (without adding pressure)
- Building confidence & fostering independence
- Creating a supportive home environment
- Educating siblings and extended family
- Working with professionals- Navigating speech therapy services: school and/or private therapy
- Practical strategies for everyday situations
- Ordering at restaurants
- School presentations
- Handling bullying & teasing
- Job interviews
Conclusion & Resources
15 minutes
Wrap up with a clear action plan and resources.
- Key takeaways + next steps
- Curated list of websites, books, & support groups
You’ll Walk Away With:
- Clarity about what stuttering is and how it affects your teen
- Confidence to talk about stuttering openly
- Tools to create a supportive environment at home
- Practical strategies you can use right away in real-life situations
Start the Conversation Today
Download the free Stuttering Conversation Starter Pack with five prompts to help open up supportive, low pressure conversations and take the first step toward connecting with your teen.