FAQ

Yes, I am licensed by the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM). CASLPM can be reached at 204-453-4539 or office@caslpm.ca. You can also check if any Speech-Language Pathologist is registered in Manitoba here.

No, you do not need a doctor's referral to work with me. Please ask your extended health insurance provider if a referral is required for services to be reimbursed. 

I am unable to accept new clients for out-of-office appointments. 

Extended health insurance often provides some coverage for Speech-Language Pathology services. We are able to bill some insurance companies directly. Many university students have extended health insurance through their university and other people often have benefits through their work, for themselves or their children. 

Funding may be available through Jordan's Principle for First Nations children or through Child and Family Services for children in care. 

Variety the Children's Charity provides funding to help support children and their families. 

Yes! Groups are run by McGill practicum students who are completing the final practicum of their Master's Degree with our clinic, and supervised by Stephanie Harvey, Speech-Language Pathologist. Current groups are listed here. Groups are run on a sliding scale to make them accessible to anyone who could benefit. 

People registered as a speech-language pathologist with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba are allowed to call themselves

• Speech-Language Pathologists 

• Registered Speech-Language Pathologists

• Speech Therapists

• Registered Speech Therapists

• Speech-Language Therapists

• Registered Speech-Language Therapists

• Speech-Language Clinicians

• Registered Speech-Language Clinicians

The abbreviations SLP, RSLP, ST, RST, SLT, RSLT, SLC and RSLC are also allowed. 

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is the most commonly-used North American name. I prefer this name to "Speech Therapist" because I offer a whole range of support - therapy is just one part of what I offer.