A SLP assesses, diagnoses, and treats a range of communication difficulties and swallowing disorders, these include (but are not limited to) :

• Receptive/Expressive language delay/disorder

• Speech sounds disorder

• Pre-verbal skills

• Hearing impairment

• Social communication disorder

• Feeding difficulties

• Oral-motor training

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

• Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties)

Currently providing services to children aged 0 - 6

A SLP will assess your child's communication skills by considering his/her developmental history, medical background, and parental concerns. The therapist observes the child's speech, language comprehension, expressive language through standardized or informal tests. Other aspects such as social communication, play skills, and parent-child interaction are also assessed.

Typically, we use toys, books, and social games for engagement to target specific speech and/or language goals.

Absolutely! Parent involvement and participation play a HUGE role in the treatment process. Hands-on practice can be implemented to facilitate carryover at home. At the end of the session, the therapist and parents discuss the progress and what did or did not work during the therapy session

Yes, we conduct brief screenings for children in daycare centers and preschools. These screenings are concise assessments designed to ascertain whether a child might require further evaluation or if their performance aligns with age-appropriate standards, eliminating the need for additional assessment. If a child is found to have mild difficulties but a comprehensive evaluation is not deemed necessary, we provide suggestions for parents to support skill development at home. In cases where a specific concern is identified, a full evaluation will be advised.

The wait-and-see approach is outdated. By the age of 2, a child should have a vocabulary of at least 50 words and begin combining two-word phrases as a minimum standard. However, merely assessing vocabulary size is not comprehensive; it only captures one aspect of a child's communication skills. It is strongly recommended to reach out to a speech-language pathologist (SLP) for a thorough evaluation, as this approach considers a broader spectrum of the child's communication abilities.

You can look up on CSHBC or Speech & Hearing BC

Unfortunately, speech therapy is not covered by MSP. We recommend checking if your extended health benefits include coverage. Please note that we DO NOT bill insurance companies directly. After payment, we will provide you with a receipt, allowing you to make a claim independently. For additional funding options, you can also visit here.