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Speech-Language Therapy

Our speech team assesses and treats communication differences, including speech, language, literacy and social communication. We are well versed in AAC, and we integrate programs such as Jolly Phonics for literacy and Social Thinking for social communication.

Who It Is For

  • Children working on speech sounds, language or literacy
  • Children who use, or could benefit from, AAC
  • Children working on social communication with peers

What Happens in a Session

  • Assessment first, so goals are based on what your child actually needs.
  • Naturalistic methods rather than drill-based practice.
  • Close collaboration with our behaviour analysts, since communication and behaviour are connected.
  • We have both a CDA and an SLP on the team, which makes that collaboration straightforward.

Speech-Language Pathology services are covered by extended health benefits. Check eligibility with your provider before purchase.

Goals We Might Work On

  • Articulation and speech clarity
  • Expressive and receptive language
  • Literacy through Jolly Phonics
  • Social communication through Social Thinking
  • AAC use and independence

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How to Begin

  1. 01

    Discovery Call

    A complimentary call to understand your child and family's needs.

  2. 02

    Schedule & Assess

    We schedule an assessment to get to know your child fully.

  3. 03

    Review of Goals

    We review goals together and share our findings.

  4. 04

    Plan in Action

    An individualized therapy plan, put into practice.

  5. 05

    Transition

    Discharge and transition support, when the time is right.

Not Sure If This Is the Right Fit?

You don't need to work that out before contacting us. Tell us about your child and our team will help you understand which services may suit.