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Why Do Stroke Patients Lose Speech? Understanding Brain Damage and Language

One of the most frightening consequences of stroke is the sudden loss of the ability to speak, understand language, read, or write. A person who was articulate and communicative one moment may be unable to form words, find names for familiar objects, or understand...

Speech Therapy Goals for Children with Autism: What Parents Should Know

Receiving an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for your child brings many questions — and for many families, one of the first is: what does speech therapy actually work on, and how does it help? Understanding the goals of ASD speech therapy can help parents...

Women’s Voice and Leadership Communication: Speech Therapy Across the GTA

Your voice is the primary tool through which you lead, influence, and communicate your expertise. For women in professional and leadership roles across Ontario, how the voice is used — its clarity, authority, pace, resonance, and presence — shapes how ideas are...

How Voice Can Impact Gender Expression in Social and Professional Settings

Voice is one of the most immediate and revealing aspects of human identity. Before a name is given, before a pronoun is confirmed, before any visual cue registers — a voice speaks. It conveys warmth or authority, familiarity or distance, and in many social and...

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD): The Hidden Diagnosis You Should Know About

What Is DLD—and Why Don’t More Parents Know About It? Imagine your child is bright, social, and curious—but struggles to follow instructions, tell a story, or understand classroom lessons. You might assume it’s a learning issue or attention problem. But for many...

Speech Therapy Activities for Kids: 5 Games That Boost Communication at Home

Make Speech Practice Fun: Therapist-Approved Games to Try at Home Speech therapy doesn’t end when the session is over—and the best progress often happens when kids are having fun. At Speech Therapy Centre of Canada, we encourage parents to keep practicing at home with...

Transgender Voice Therapy: Supporting Your Voice Journey with Confidence

Your Voice, Your Identity — Speech Therapy That Affirms Who You Are For many transgender and gender-diverse individuals, finding a voice that reflects their identity is a deeply personal and empowering journey. At Speech Therapy Centre of Canada, we offer affirming,...

Tongue Tie and Speech: When Does It Impact Communication?

What Is Tongue Tie—and Can It Affect My Child’s Speech? Many parents hear the term “tongue tie” during infancy—but are unsure if or how it may impact their child’s speech development. While not all tongue ties cause problems, in some cases they restrict tongue...

Stuttering in Children and Teens: What Parents Should Know

Understanding Stuttering: How to Support Your Child or Teen It can be worrying to hear your child get stuck on words or repeat sounds. But stuttering is more common than many parents realize—and it’s treatable with the right support. At Speech Therapy Centre of...

Speech Therapy for Autism: Tailored Strategies That Make a Difference

Helping Children with Autism Communicate with Confidence Children on the autism spectrum often face challenges with speech, language, and social communication. Whether it’s expressing wants and needs, making eye contact, or understanding conversation rules—speech...

How Long Does Speech Therapy Take? A Realistic Timeline

by Jack Shapiro | Feb 4, 2025

Speech therapy is a journey that varies greatly from person to person. The duration of therapy depends on several factors, including the type and severity of the speech disorder, the individual's age, and their commitment to practice. This blog will provide a...

How Speech Therapy Helps Adults with Communication Disorders

by Jack Shapiro | Feb 4, 2025

Communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, and when it becomes challenging, it can significantly impact one's quality of life. Speech therapy, also known as speech-language pathology, offers a lifeline to adults struggling with communication...

How Speech Therapy Helps Adults with Communication Disorders

by Jack Shapiro | Feb 4, 2025

Online vs. In-Person Speech Therapy: Which One is Right for You?

by Jack Shapiro | Feb 4, 2025

Choosing the right type of speech therapy can be a crucial decision for individuals seeking to improve their communication skills. With advancements in technology, both online and in-person speech therapy are viable options, each with its own set of benefits and...

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

by Jack Shapiro | Nov 17, 2023

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that can cause difficulties with focus and behaviour control. It can also affect speech and language, making communication challenging. However, a speech-language pathologist (SLP) can play a...

How can a Speech-language pathologist help after suffering a stroke?

by Jeanette Podolsky | Aug 21, 2023

If you have concerns about your communication, a family member’s recovery after an illness, or a problem with your voice, you should consider seeing a speech-language pathologist (SLP). SLPs are highly trained professionals who can assess, treat, and provide...

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ADULTS

Services include assessment and therapy programs that address your communication concerns after 18 years of age.

CHILDREN

Services include assessment and therapy programs for pre-school and school-aged children up to 18 years of age.

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Richmond Hill

Head Office and Main Clinic
120 West Beaver Creek Road. Unit 22 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1L2
Tel: 905.886.5941 | Fax: 905.886.2362

Ajax

Kids Clinic
300 Rossland Rd. E.
Suite 301. Ajax, ON L1Z 0M1

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