Virtual Speech Ontario

FAQ

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What Does Speech Therapy Do?

Speech therapy improves communication and alleviates speech challenges that people face by assessing and treating specific conditions. Speech therapists know how to improve communication for people dealing with aphasia, motor speech disorder, articulation, autism spectrum disorders, and more.

Can I do Speech Therapy at Home?

Online speech therapy at home is just as effective as in-person therapy. Our clinicians speak to you to learn more about the challenges you or your child is facing. Then, we work with you to offer exercises and treatments that you can continue to practice once the session is over.

At What Age Should Speech Therapy Begin?

Speech therapy can begin as early as the first year for specific challenges such as not meeting language development milestones. Children reach speech milestones at various stages, but usually within a particular time window. Early intervention can help many children make lasting progress in their speech and language skills. 

What are Speech-Language Disorders?

Speech-language disorders come in various forms and affect a person's ability to communicate or understand others clearly. A person facing a speech challenge may have difficulty producing specific sounds. Common speech disorders include articulation disorder, phonological disorder, motor speech disorder, stuttering, and more. Language disorders are related to the understanding and use of spoken language. Some common language challenges include autism spectrum disorder, language delays (late talking), aphasia, social language challenges and cognitive-communication difficulties.

Does Speech Therapy Work?

Speech therapy is the best way to overcome speech and language challenges. It can take time and requires dedication to practicing exercises offered by a speech pathologist. Through the assessment and practicing of speech therapy exercises, a person can begin to improve their communication abilities and understanding of everyday language. A trained clinician helps people to overcome speech and language-related challenges, sometimes much quicker than if they try to do it alone.