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Speech and Language Therapy
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Speech-language pathology for every age
Speech therapy supports the skills we use to understand others, express ourselves, and connect with people. Our registered speech-language pathologists work with children and adults, from early language delays to adult voice, stuttering, and communication changes. Your first visit is an assessment, so your SLP can build a plan around your goals. Speech therapy is available in person in Victoria (James Bay and Cordova Bay) and Vancouver (Commercial Drive), as well as virtually across BC.
Speech Therapy, the Tall Tree Way
Speech Therapy can help with:
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Articulation (speech sounds)
Clear speech
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Expressive language (expressing themselves)
Receptive language (understanding others)
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Social communication
Stuttering
Voice
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Reading
Writing
Your Team of Experts
Speech & Language Nerds
Care tailored to you
What to Expect
Speech therapy starts with an assessment, so your SLP can understand your goals and build a plan that fits you or your child. Appointments are adapted from there.
Book an appointment or contact us to learn more.
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Your SLP will ask about your (or your child's) communication history and goals, then complete an assessment. This visit is used to build a personalized plan for the sessions ahead.
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Follow-up visits build on the initial assessment. Children's sessions are typically 30 minutes; most adult sessions are 50 minutes. Length and focus may change as your needs and goals evolve.
FAQs
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Our SLPs support kids with speech sounds (articulation), expressive language (expressing themselves), receptive language (understanding others), social communication, stuttering, and literacy.
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Our SLPs support adults with clear speech, expressing themselves with language, understanding language, reading and writing, voice, and stuttering.
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Many extended health plans include speech-language pathology coverage, particularly for children listed as dependents. Tall Tree can direct bill certain plans. Check your extended health benefits for your annual SLP limit.
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It depends on the child and the concern. Our youngest clients are generally around 5 years old, though one of our SLPs sees children as young as 2. Please contact us with your concerns and your child's age, and we can check with our SLPs on whether we're a good fit.
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Signs that may suggest a speech therapy referral include: not babbling by 12 months, not saying single words by 16 months, not combining two words by 24 months, difficulty being understood by familiar people, or struggling with reading and writing at school age. If you are unsure, book a consultation and our SLP will assess.
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Yes — virtual speech therapy is effective for many goals, particularly language and literacy. Our SLPs use interactive tools and games to engage children online. Virtual sessions are available for clients across BC.
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No referral is needed to book with our SLPs. However, some extended health plans may require a referral for reimbursement — check your plan details.
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Yes — please visit this page for more information.
in-person & Online
How to Book
Book your location and service online, or contact us with any questions.