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Thanks to technology it has never been easier to connect with a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist. Online speech therapy sessions offer clients the same benefits of an in-person session while remaining…

As a parent, it is so important, and gratifying to be able to understand your child’s thoughts and feelings. However, when you have an Autistic child who struggles with verbal…

Developing effective communication skills is like learning to play an instrument. You need to master the notes (vocabulary and grammar), but the melody (the accent) is what makes the tune…

Introduction  Parenting is a journey filled with joys and challenges. When it comes to your child’s speech and language development, you may feel both eager and uncertain. When a speech-language pathology…

If you suspect your child may be autistic, you may have concerns and questions about your child’s development and future. Here are five common concerns that parents may have, along…

Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder that occurs when the muscles involved in speech production are weakened or impaired. The tongue, vocal folds (chords), and other surrounding muscles are involved…

Apraxia of speech, also known as verbal dyspraxia, is a neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to speak fluently and produce the correct sounds, syllables, and words. It has…

An important aspect of a child’s communication development is the ability to engage in the back-and-forth exchange of information that occurs during a conversation. It’s an essential skill for children…

Improving your public speaking skills can be a valuable investment in your personal and professional life. Whether you are giving a presentation at work, giving a toast at a wedding,…

How can Speech Therapy help with ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a person’s ability to regulate their attention, impulse control, and activity level. Children with…

As your child grows up, there are many stages of development to look forward to, like walking, talking, and when your child starts playing  with other children. These stages of…

You might have heard the term ‘Neurodiversity’ being used and wondered what it means. The word “neurodiversity” aims to capture the diverse neurological variations that make up the human population…

Children have A LOT to learn when starting to speak! Articulation, the sounds a child makes when speaking, is an important aspect of a child’s expressive communication that may require…

Do you have a family member who is unable to communicate their needs verbally? If so, you might have heard the term AAC or Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is…

Professional communication services are for working professionals who have specific goals related to their communication at work, such as presentation skills, running meetings, negotiating, and interviewing skills. Read on to…

A child’s first word and first step are expected around their first birthday. However speech and language milestones are not hard rules. The truth is, some children develop faster or…

Shared reading is one of the best activities parents and caregivers can choose to do with their children. One on one reading time truly nourishes a child’s ability to learn,…

Are you worried that your child has problems with reading, writing, and spelling? If so, you might find this information about language-based learning difficulties (LLDs) useful. The most widely-known LLD…

Accessing public health speech therapy services can be challenging to navigate for the uninitiated. In order to access public SLP services in Vancouver, you will need to request service through…

What is accent modification? Accent modification services are for individuals who want to modify their accents to sound more similar to the local accent. The reasons people have to change…

Getting an Autism (ASD) Diagnosis for your child This guide provides information on how to obtain a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in British Columbia through public health. An…