Rehabilitation Speech Therapy in Vancouver and Across BC
Arbutus Speech Therapy supports adults and families navigating communication, speech, voice, cognition, or swallowing changes after stroke, brain injury, concussion, Parkinson’s disease, or other neurological or medical changes.
Not sure what kind of support is needed? A free consultation is a good first step. You don’t need a diagnosis or a referral to reach out.
Speech therapy rehabilitation helps adults rebuild, adapt, or strengthen communication, speech, voice, cognitive communication, and swallowing skills after stroke, brain injury, concussion, Parkinson’s disease, or other neurological or medical changes. Therapy focuses on practical goals for daily life, family conversations, appointments, work, and independence.
Rehabilitation Speech Therapy Services
Aphasia Therapy
Aphasia therapy supports adults who have difficulty speaking, understanding, reading, writing, or finding words after stroke, brain injury, or neurological change.
Motor Speech Therapy
Motor speech therapy supports adults whose speech is slurred, weak, effortful, quiet, fast, or difficult to coordinate. This includes dysarthria, apraxia of speech, Parkinson’s-related speech changes, LSVT-style voice and speech therapy, and speech changes after stroke or neurological injury.
ICBC and WorkSafeBC Rehabilitation Support
Speech-language therapy support may be available for eligible adults with communication or cognitive communication changes after concussion, brain injury, workplace injury, or a motor vehicle accident. Confirm your coverage and eligibility before booking.
Common Concerns and Conditions Supported
Language and communication
- Aphasia
- Word-finding difficulty
- Trouble understanding spoken language
- Reading and writing changes
- Functional communication after stroke or brain injury
Speech movement and clarity
- Dysarthria
- Apraxia of speech
- Slurred, weak, or effortful speech
- Reduced speech clarity or precision
- Speech changes after stroke or neurological injury
Parkinson’s voice and speech
- Reduced voice loudness
- Mumbled or fast speech
- Voice changes and breath support
- LSVT-style voice and speech therapy
- Everyday communication with Parkinson’s disease
Cognitive communication
- Concussion and TBI
- Attention, memory, and processing speed
- Organization and executive function
- Return-to-work communication
- Cognitive communication changes after stroke or illness
Swallowing and communication access
- Dysphagia and swallowing concerns (where clinically appropriate)
- AAC for adults
- Communication tools and strategies
- Caregiver communication strategies
Getting Started
Free Consultation
An adult, family member, caregiver, or referral source describes what has changed and what support is needed. This is a conversation, not an assessment.
Assessment and Goal Setting
The SLP identifies communication strengths, needs, daily priorities, and practical goals for family conversations, appointments, work, and independence.
Therapy Plan
Sessions focus on functional communication, speech clarity, cognitive communication, caregiver strategies, and communication access goals relevant to daily life.
Taking the First Step.
A free phone consultation is a good first step. Arbutus Speech Therapy can help you understand the situation, identify the right service, and decide whether the clinic is the right fit for the adult or family member you’re supporting.
Prefer to send a message first? Contact us here.
What Clients and Families Say About Working With Arbutus Speech Therapy
★★★★★
“Our SLP worked with my father who has a form of Parkinson’s that affects speech quickly and aggressively. She was able to effectively assess his needs and provided a comprehensive plan that met his needs and the family. Her upbeat demeanour and encouragement were exactly what we needed.”
Family member of an adult client, Vancouver
★★★★★
“I have worked with Arbutus Speech Therapy following a stroke which affected my speech significantly. They have been extremely helpful, knowledgeable, professional and friendly!”
Adult client recovering from stroke, Vancouver
★★★★★
“Working with Arbutus Speech Therapy has been immensely helpful. Our SLP is extremely knowledgeable, kind, and provides a very comfortable environment for practising. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed our sessions and would highly recommend working with her.”
Adult client, Vancouver
Paying for Rehabilitation Speech Therapy
ICBC
Adults with communication or cognitive communication changes following a motor vehicle accident may be eligible for funded speech-language therapy through ICBC. Confirm your claim status and coverage limits with ICBC before booking.
WorkSafeBC
Adults with workplace injuries that affect communication, cognition, or return-to-work participation may be eligible for funded speech-language therapy through WorkSafeBC. Confirm your eligibility with your adjudicator.
Extended health benefits
Many extended health benefits plans in BC cover speech-language pathology services. Coverage amounts and session limits vary by plan. Check with your benefits provider before your first appointment.
Private pay
Arbutus Speech Therapy accepts private payment for rehabilitation services. Bring any questions about fees or payment to your free consultation.
For a broader overview of funding options for speech-language pathology in BC, read our easy guide to SLP funding in BC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you support aphasia after stroke?
Yes. Aphasia therapy is one of the primary rehabilitation services Arbutus Speech Therapy provides. Aphasia is a language disorder that commonly follows stroke or brain injury, and it can affect speaking, understanding, reading, and writing. You can learn more on the Aphasia Therapy page, or book a free consultation to discuss your situation.
Do you help with dysarthria or slurred speech?
Yes. Motor speech therapy at Arbutus Speech Therapy supports adults with dysarthria, apraxia of speech, and other motor speech changes after stroke, neurological injury, or illness. This includes Parkinson’s-related speech changes and LSVT-style voice and speech therapy. Visit the Motor Speech Therapy page for more detail, or book a free consultation.
Do you provide Parkinson’s voice or speech therapy?
Yes. Arbutus Speech Therapy supports adults with Parkinson’s disease who want to improve voice loudness, speech clarity, or everyday communication. Therapy may include LSVT-style voice and speech approaches, breath support work, and practical strategies for daily conversations and social participation.
Can speech therapy be covered by ICBC or WorkSafeBC?
Speech-language therapy may be covered for eligible adults with communication or cognitive communication changes after a motor vehicle accident or workplace injury. Coverage depends on the nature of the claim and the funding body’s requirements. Confirm your eligibility with ICBC or WorkSafeBC before booking, and mention your claim when you reach out for a consultation.
Do you offer online rehabilitation speech therapy?
Yes. Arbutus Speech Therapy provides teletherapy for adults across BC. Online rehabilitation sessions are available for aphasia, motor speech, cognitive communication, and other rehab-related needs. A free consultation is a good way to explore whether online sessions are practical for your situation and goals.
Ready to take the next step?
Free phone consultations are available. No referral or diagnosis needed to reach out.