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How can a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Help?
How can a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Help?
A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in children and adults, improving communication skills and quality of life.
What is Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Care? Why?
What is Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Care? Why?
Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Care means adapting healthcare to respect each patient’s culture and language, using interpreters, cultural learning, communication and cultural profile, and personalized materials, making communication easier and treatment more effective.
What types of clients do you see?
What types of clients do you see?
We individualized care for clients who require care and training for their communication or swallowing needs. Common cases include Stroke, Aphasia, Parkinson's, Traumatic brain injury (TBI), Autism, ADHD, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Speech Sound Disorders, Dyslexia, Voice issues, Dysphagia (swallowing disorder), Stuttering, etc.
What services do you offer?
What services do you offer?
We provide evaluation and treatment for speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders for both children and adults. We provide home-based and virtual therapy sessions. Please see our page for Services.
How can SLP services help my child?
How can SLP services help my child?
Speech therapy can improve communication skills, help children engage in academic and daily activities, and boost their confidence. For more information, please visit our page for Infants and Children.
We are a bilingual household. Do you offer bilingual therapy services?
We are a bilingual household. Do you offer bilingual therapy services?
Yes, we offer bilingual and multilingual therapy services in English, Mandarin, Taiwanese, and Cantonese* to cater to diverse language needs. If you have other specific language needs, please contact us for services with an interpreter or possible referrals. Please see Free Resources for bilingual and multilingual families.
*depending on the client's communication needs and proficiency.
How can SLP services help adults with Aphasia?
How can SLP services help adults with Aphasia?
Speech therapy can help adults with Aphasia improve their language comprehension and expression, enhancing communication. Please see our page for Adults and Seniors.
What resources are available for adults with Dysphagia (swallowing disorders)?
What resources are available for adults with Dysphagia (swallowing disorders)?
We offer clinical swallowing screening, educational materials, home care guides, and safe swallowing strategies to support adult patients and their caregivers. Please see our page for Free Resources for examples.
What is involved in clinical swallowing screening and training?
What is involved in clinical swallowing screening and training?
Clinical swallowing screening and training include evaluating swallowing function and providing exercises and techniques to improve swallowing safety and efficiency.
*Previous instrumental assessment and referral are highly recommended and may be required upon intake.
What is the cost of speech therapy services?
What is the cost of speech therapy services?
Costs vary based on the type and length of services; contact us for detailed information on fees and payment options or refer to our fee schedule page.
How do I schedule an appointment?
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule an appointment by contacting us through our website, phone, or email. Please see Contact Us.
Why should we choose you?
Why should we choose you?
Choosing our Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) ensures you receive exceptional care for several reasons:
Qualified Professional: Holds a Master’s in Communicative Sciences and Disorders and a Bilingual Extension from New York University.
Certified and Registered: Certified Member S-LP(C) of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Canada (SAC) and a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).
Diverse Experience: Extensive experience working with multilingual, multicultural, and neurodivergent populations, utilizing a wealth of bilingual therapy resources.
Cultural Integration: Integrates clients’ cultural experiences into therapy to enhance communication, swallowing, and quality of life.
Global Clinical Experience: Clinical experience in the US, Taiwan, and Canada ensures a deep understanding of functional communication needs and personalized care for individual clients.
To learn more about our SLP, please visit the page About.
Are the services covered by insurance or funding?
Are the services covered by insurance or funding?
Our speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). Most private insurance plans cover speech-language pathology services by a registered provider. Additionally, eligible clients may access funding through programs such as the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). Please confirm with your insurance and funding resources for the eligible amount and details.
Is there any funding available through OHIP?
Is there any funding available through OHIP?
OHIP covers speech therapy services in certain circumstances, primarily for children and youth under 19 through publicly funded programs such as school-based support or community health centers. Adults may receive coverage if speech therapy is part of hospital outpatient services, typically following surgery, injury, or certain medical conditions
For children, government-funded programs like the Preschool Speech and Language Program and School Health Support Services offer speech therapy at no direct cost. However, private clinics and private speech therapists are not covered by OHIP, and services outside the public system must be paid out-of-pocket or through private insurance.
For more information, you can explore resources like the Ontario Health Insurance Plan and specific program details on government websites.
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