Nicole is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist in Ontario. She is a graduate of McMaster’s problem-based learning Speech-Pathology program (Hamilton, ON). She has worked solely in private practice with pediatric populations, as she finds joy working with children, providing quality, direct service and collaborating with families to effect meaningful change. She has a special interest in the areas of motor speech, phonological disorders, literacy, early language intervention, and developmental language disorders.

Nicole is trained in multiple approaches for children with motor speech disorders, including Dynamic Temporal & Tactile Cueing (DTTC) and Rapid Syllable Transition Training (ReST). She is also trained in the Smarter Intervention literacy remediation program to better support children struggling with reading, writing, and/or comprehension. Nicole has also completed the Orofacial Rest Posture Program (ORPP).

Nicole has a passion for functional, client - centred therapy and finds joy in educating and empowering parents to support their child’s communication development. Nicole lives in Guelph with her husband and their little girl. When she is not at the clinic, she enjoys getting outside, spending time with family/friends, and traveling!

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Paige is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist in Ontario. She graduated from the University of Toronto’s Master of Health Science in Speech Language Pathology and completed her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of Guelph. She has experience working with a variety of pediatric populations and has a special interest in the areas of motor speech, literacy, early language and AAC (augmentative and alternative communication). Paige is trained in multiple approaches for children with motor speech disorders, including Dynamic Temporal & Tactile Cueing (DTTC), Hammer’s Multi-Sensory Approach and Rapid Syllable Transition Training (ReST). She has also completed Foundations in AAC: An Interprofessional Course and additional training in Sensory-Based Interventions (SBIs) to better support complex communicators and neurodivergent clients. She enjoys working with young communicators and their caregivers and is certified in Hanen’s It Takes Two to Talk Program. Paige has a passion for client-centred therapy and enjoys building meaningful relationships with her clients. She loves seeing them gain greater confidence in their communication. Paige lives in Guelph with her husband and their corgi Juno. When she is not at the clinic, she enjoys hiking and running, reading many books, and trying out new bubble tea flavours.

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Marissa holds a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from Western University, having completed numerous placements in both adult and pediatric settings. Marissa has worked with a number of clients with motor speech disorders and developed a passion for this area, and excited to be joining Childhood Apraxia & Speech Therapy Centre.

When not working, Marissa is often trying out a new hike, exploring local shops, or cooking.

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Heather is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist in Ontario who has been practicing since 2008. Her background includes early intervention for children requiring various types of therapy, supporting childcare centres to facilitate inclusion, and working with adults with developmental disabilities. These experiences have created a diverse background and passion for working collaboratively and creatively to meet the needs of the client and family.

Heather has been trained in Hanen® It Takes Two to Talk, Target Word, More Than Words, TalkAbility, and Learning Language and Loving It. Heather fully supports the Neurodiversity movement and applies these principles while working with autistic children, adults and their families. She continues to learn about neurodiversity from the actually-autistic community and seeks out additional training like the Learn Play Thrive Neurodiversity Summitt (winter 2024). Heather has a special interest and training in working with children who use Gestalt Language Processing, completing the Natural Language Acquisition course (Meaningful Speech) in August 2023. She has additional interest and training in helping clients learn to use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and highly supports a total-communication approach.

Heather received a Master’s degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences from the University at Buffalo. She is a member of Speech and Audiology Canada (SAC). When she doesn’t have her S-LP hat on, Heather spends time with her husband, twin boys, and their beloved rescue dog. They are often found at the hockey rink in the winter, or at their trailer in the summer!

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Brooke is a registered and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in Ontario. She has a specific concentration in Childhood Apraxia of Speech and motor speech/sequencing disorders. In addition to being Apraxia Kids recognized for Advanced Training in Childhood Apraxia of Speech, she chairs the Motor Speech Interest group for the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA), founded and chairs the Ontario Professional and Parent Education Network for CAS (OPPEN CAS), and lectures throughout Ontario to teach professionals and students about CAS. She has also been a part-time course instructor at Western University in London, Ontario where she taught Developmental Speech Disorders to Year 1 SLP Master Candidates. Brooke also guest lectures at Western University, the University of Toronto, and Georgian College, helping to ensure that more new graduates entering the field of pediatric Speech-Language Pathology have knowledge of CAS and Motor Speech Disorders.

Brooke is a Certified member of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) and licensed by the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). She has been trained in Hanen® It Takes Two to Talk® and Target Word® as well as many therapy approaches including Lidcombe (stuttering treatment), PROMPT (oral-motor techniques), and OPT (Oral Placement Therapy). She has benefitted from one-on-one learning from Nancy Kaufman who has provided extensive and personalized training in the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol (K-SLP protocol). For a complete list of professional development that Brooke has both undertaken and provided, please click here.

Brooke has a Master of Clinical Science in Speech-Language Pathology degree from the University of Western Ontario (2005) and robust knowledge of the public preschool system in Ontario, the school health support services program, and private sector health care. She has extensive experience working with and leading multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams, and a passion for family-centered care. Brooke is known to challenge her clients and help them make remarkable strides in their communication skills, and to balance fun and hard work in all sessions. Brooke has been providing private speech therapy in Guelph and area since 2010.

When not providing speech therapy in Guelph, Brooke can be found with her very supportive husband and three young children, with whom she loves to read, listen, play, bake and make music. She is grateful for her village of support: those who are behind her career, in raising her young family, and are behind the scenes at Childhood Apraxia & Speech Therapy Centre.

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Jess is the Office Administrator for Childhood Apraxia & Speech Therapy Centre.

She has experience working in a variety of healthcare settings, both in clinical and administrative roles. Graduating from the Occupational Therapy program at the University of Toronto in 1998, Jess stepped away from providing direct therapy to focus on raising her own two children.

Jess would be happy to help you by answering questions you might have about the Centre, services, or clinicians here at CA&STC. She manages our phones and intake emails as well as scheduling and payments. If you aren’t sure about something, Jess is the person to ask!

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Sabrina is a graduate of the Speech-Language Pathology program at McMaster University and registered as an Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists of Ontario. Prior to Speech-Language Pathology, Sabrina completed her undergraduate degree from McMaster University in Life Sciences with a specialization in Sensory Motor Systems and a minor in Psychology.

She has experience working with the pediatric population and values making therapy functional and family centered. Her clinical interests include motor speech, language development, and advocating for communication accessibility.

Sabrina utilizes evidence-based practices and an empathetic approach to create client-centered treatment plans that address individual’s unique communication needs. She is enthusiastic about beginning her professional journey and making a positive impact in the field of pediatric speech-language pathology.

Outside of the clinic, Sabrina can be found playing with her dog Luna, spending time with family, or cheering on one of the local Guelph area sports teams.

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