Frequently Asked Questions
If you have questions or concerns about your speech, language, voice, or communication, we can start with an assessment to discuss your needs and goals. Even a short consultation can help determine whether ongoing support is right for you.
At your first session, we’ll discuss your goals, review relevant history, and begin an assessment tailored to your needs. Sometimes a full assessment can be completed in one visit; if not, we’ll start the process and plan the remaining steps together. In most cases, we review and finalize your treatment plan at the second session.
Most sessions are 50 minutes, followed by 10 minutes for documentation. Many clinics call this a 60-minute session, but I like to make sure you know exactly what to expect at your first appointment. Shorter 20- or 30-minute sessions are available for specific needs, such as focused skill practice.
See our FEES page for more information.
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Gender-affirming Voice Care for trans and non-binary people
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Aphasia Care after stroke or brain injury
- Autism Care for people of all ages seeking neurodiversity-affirming support
Yes. I provide secure, private video sessions to clients anywhere in Manitoba and Ontario using Zoom. You’ll need a reliable internet connection and a device with a camera and microphone. I’ll send you a link and instructions for optimizing your settings before your first session.
Find out more on our HOME page.
Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients for out-of-office appointments at this time. I would be happy to help you find a Speech-Language Pathologist who can see you in your home.
No doctor’s referral is required. However, some extended health insurance plans require one for reimbursement—please confirm with your provider.
Yes! Groups are facilitated by McGill Master’s students completing their final practicum at our clinic, under my supervision.
Many extended health insurance plans cover Speech-Language Pathology services, and we can bill some companies directly.
- University students often have coverage through their student plan.
- Workplace benefits may cover services for you or your children.
- Services for Canadian Armed Forces members are covered when referred and authorized.
Other funding sources include:
- Jordan’s Principle – for First Nations children.
- Child and Family Services – for children in care.
- Variety Manitoba – to support children and families.
We also offer some services free of charge - it never hurts to ask! Find out more on our FEES page.
In many cases, yes. I can bill some insurance providers directly and will issue receipts for others so you can submit them for reimbursement. Please check with your plan to confirm coverage and direct billing options.
Yes. I am licensed by the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM) and the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).
You can contact CASLPM at 204-453-4539 or office@caslpm.ca, or check the public register through the college.
You can contact CASLPO at 1-800-993-9459 or caslpo@caslpo.com, or check the public register through the college.
In Manitoba, people registered with CASLPM as Speech-Language Pathologists may use the following titles:
- Speech-Language Pathologist / Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
- Speech Therapist / Registered Speech Therapist
- Speech-Language Therapist / Registered Speech-Language Therapist
- Speech-Language Clinician / Registered Speech-Language Clinician
They may also use abbreviations: SLP, RSLP, ST, RST, SLT, RSLT, SLC, RSLC.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is the most common North American title. I personally prefer it to “Speech Therapist” because my work includes much more than therapy alone, but I’d love a more inclusive title such as Communication Clinician.