Teletherapy has emerged as a crucial alternative to traditional in-person speech-language therapy, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. It offers convenience, flexibility, and accessibility to families seeking intervention for children with speech disorders. However, the success of teletherapy largely depends on the role of parents as active facilitators. This study investigates the range of barriers encountered by parents during the teletherapy process. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected from 100 parents of children diagnosed with speech disorders who had undergone teletherapy for a minimum of six months. The study employed both frequency analysis and severity scoring to identify key challenges, including technological limitations, scheduling conflicts, environmental constraints, and emotional fatigue.

Findings reveal that unstable internet (reported by 61% of respondents), technical issues (52%), and difficulties managing therapy schedules (54%) were the most frequently cited barriers. In terms of severity, unstable internet (80.5%), managing schedules (77.0%), and parental fatigue (74.5%) were identified as the most impactful. While some barriers, such as cultural or language differences and limited trust in teletherapy, were less prevalent, their effect remained significant in specific demographics. The study underscores the importance of a supportive digital and home environment, adequate parental training, and flexible service delivery models. It concludes that although teletherapy holds immense potential for speech intervention, its effectiveness is contingent on addressing the contextual and structural challenges faced by parents. These insights are valuable for speech-language pathologists, educators, and policymakers in designing more inclusive, accessible, and effective teletherapy frameworks.