No, a doctor’s referral is not necessary to book an appointment with a Speech Therapist.

Yes, we offer evening or weekend appointments depending on the therapist’s availability

There is a golden window of time in which fundamental change is possible in a person’s life, and this is related to the brain’s compensation ability. If this golden time is missed and not used, creating these fundamental changes may not be possible or become more difficult to achieve.
For example, in early childhood, difficulties with spoken language and understanding language can result in problems with reading, writing, and overall learning in a child’s education in the future. Therefore, the earlier a child gets the support they need and develops their language and communication skills, the better they will be set up for the rest of their life.

If not addressed in a timely manner, struggles with communication can have a lifelong effect. For example, as children who have communication difficulties get older, it can be more difficult for them to make friends or be successful in school. If the problems persist into adulthood there can be many after-effects— socially, academically, and professionally. Adults with communication issues may find themselves struggling in their work and personal lives. Early intervention is key to success at any age.

Speech Therapy services are not covered by OHIP in Ontario; but, if you or your child has employee benefit plans or extended health insurance coverage, you can receive a receipt from us to submit for reimbursement and/or your OAP fund.
We do not currently bill insurance companies directly, but we can provide you with a monthly receipt for reimbursement at your request via email.

This depends on several factors. Firstly, the assessment and goals of the client are important factors to consider. Secondly, the severity and type of communication disorder is another very important consideration. After the initial assessment, the Speech Therapist will make recommendations for the frequency of weekly sessions based on what is best for the client.
Based on the Speech Therapist’s recommendations, the client and or their family will determine what works best for them. Lastly, the third and most important factor is how much work, determination, and effort the client and their support system put in to apply the guidance they receive from the therapist to their daily lives!