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NEW CLIENTS: Please read descriptions below carefully to book an assessment under the description that best describes your communication concerns. For French-speaking clients, please ensure you schedule with a clinician that speaks French.

CURRENT CLIENTS: Please ensure to schedule therapy sessions (45 mins or 60 mins) with your assigned clinician.

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule wrong bookings as some of our clinicians only address certain communication disorders.

ATTENTION: If no appointments are available below, email us at hello@keytospeech.ca to get on our waiting list.

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Pediatric Speech and Language

Book if you have concerns with your child's speech and language concerns. Speech/Articulation: How we produce sounds and words. Examples: - "wabbit" for "rabbit", "tar" for "car", - Lisps ("slushy" sound when saying "s", "z", "sh", "ch", "j") Language: Understanding and use of words to communicate. Language also includes the use of gestures. Examples: - Difficulty understanding lan... Read More

Book if you have concerns with your child's speech and language concerns.

Speech/Articulation: How we produce sounds and words.
Examples:
- "wabbit" for "rabbit", "tar" for "car",
- Lisps ("slushy" sound when saying "s", "z", "sh", "ch", "j")

Language: Understanding and use of words to communicate. Language also includes the use of gestures.
Examples:
- Difficulty understanding language (ex. "give daddy the key") and concepts (ex. "on", "under")
- Limited vocabulary
- Late talker
- Early language skills: gestures, facial expressions, imitation, joint-attention, eye-contact
- Social communication Skills

Fluency: The flow of our speech.
Examples:
- Hesitations (ex. "uh", "like")
- Repetitions of sounds, syllables, and phrases (ex. "Look at the b-b-baby," "Let's go out-out-out")
- Sound prolongation (ex. "I had sssssoup for lunch")
- Blocks in airflow (ex. "I see a (pause) dog")

Book if you child has difficulties with reading and writing.

- Early literacy skills
- Phonological awareness
- Dyslexia and/or dysorthographia

Adult Speech and Language

Articulation Accent Modification Communication Skills Fluency: Book if you are experiencing the following difficulties with the flow of speaking. Your speech may be characterized by: - Hesitations (ex. "uh", "like") - Repetitions of sounds, syllables, and phrases (ex. "Look at the b-b-baby," "Let's go out-out-out") - Sound prolongation (ex. "I had sssssoup for lunch") - Blocks in airf... Read More

Articulation
Accent Modification
Communication Skills
Fluency: Book if you are experiencing the following difficulties with the flow of speaking.

Your speech may be characterized by:
- Hesitations (ex. "uh", "like")
- Repetitions of sounds, syllables, and phrases (ex. "Look at the b-b-baby," "Let's go out-out-out")
- Sound prolongation (ex. "I had sssssoup for lunch")
- Blocks in airflow (ex. "I see a (pause) dog")

Voice and Chronic Cough

Please book if you are experiencing the following:
- Problems with your voice such as losing your voice or your voice sounding different than before
- You have been diagnosed with a vocal cord paralysis
- Your ENT recommends voice therapy
- You experience chronic throat clearing and/or cough
- Your Respirologist recommends breathing retraining

Swallowing Assessment

Book if you are experiencing the following:

- Difficulty chewing
- Coughing or choking when eating and drinking
- Sensation of food getting "stuck"
- Pain when swallowing
- Problems managing saliva (ex. drooling and/or choking on saliva)
- Disinterest, isolation related to eating or drinking

Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA)

Book only if you have been assessed by a Speech-Language Pathologist at our clinic and have been assigned to a CDA under the SLP's supervision.

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Book only if you have been assessed by a Speech-Language Pathologist at our clinic and have been assigned to a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant under the SLP's supervision.

Karina Nemec SLP

Erica Kouri

Erica is a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) who provides services in English. She completed her Master’s in Speech Language Pathology at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. Before pursuing her Master’s, Erica completed her Bachelor of Cognitive Science with a concentration in Cognition and Psychology at Carleton University.

In her spare time, Erica enjoys traveling to new places, spending quality time with her dog Brady, and making memories with friends and family. She also loves cooking and trying out a new recipes!

Erica is a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) who provides services in English. She compl... Read More

Rini Aby
(She/her) SLP, Reg. CASLPO

Rini is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist who provides services in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Malayalam. She completed her Master’s at the “All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH)”, from the University of Mysore in 2016. Rini is very passionate about this field. Helping people brings her joy and purpose. She works with both the pediatric and adult populations, notably those with fluency, voice, and motor speech disorders.

During her spare time, Rini loves singing, reading, and channeling her inner yogi!

Rini is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist who provides services in English, Hindi, Telugu,... Read More

Sara Mocella

Sara is currently a student in the Speech-Language Pathology program at the University of Ottawa. Before beginning her graduate studies, she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics at Concordia University, after first earning a DEC in Child Studies at Dawson College.

She is currently completing her last internship placement at Key to Speech through the University of Ottawa, continuing to build her clinical skills and gain hands-on experience supporting children and families.

In her free time, Sara enjoys reading, shopping, and running!

Sara is currently a student in the Speech-Language Pathology program at the University of Ottawa.... Read More

Kristina Magri

Kristina is a master’s student in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Ottawa and is currently completing the final placement of her second year in the program.

She is known for her strong curiosity and dedication to learning, which guide both her clinical and academic work. Kristina is especially passionate about supporting children in developing their communication skills and confidence. She finds meaning in helping children express themselves and in giving them the tools they need to be heard and understood. She looks forward to continuing her journey as a clinician and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families she works with. 

Kristina is a master’s student in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Ottawa and is cu... Read More

Morgan Lloyd SLP, Reg. CASLPO

Morgan is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist who provides services in English. She completed her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Queensland (Australia) in 2024. Before pursuing her Master’s, Morgan completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology at Queen’s University in 2021.

Morgan is dedicated to helping clients and their families achieve their communication and swallowing goals. She provides services to both children and adults with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties/disorders.

In her free time, Morgan enjoys reading, baking, and going on walks!

Morgan is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist who provides services in English. She complete... Read More

Brigitte Dobrzanski SLP, Reg. CASLPO

Brigitte is the owner of Key to Speech and registered bilingual (French and English) Speech-Language Pathologist. She completed her Masters Program in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Ottawa in 2017. She is dedicated and motivated to helping children and their families reach their communication goals. Brigitte particularly enjoys working with late talkers, young children (< 4 years of age) who have been diagnosed with Autism, speech sound disorders, language delays/disorders, and reading and writing delays/disorders.

Brigitte has always wanted to work in healthcare while incorporating her passion for horses into her work. In her spare time, she enjoys going for walks with her family, playing piano, and horseback riding. She loves training her horse Cabella who will soon become Key to Speech’s first therapy horse. Brigitte is very excited to soon be able to offer hippotherapy (horse-assisted speech therapy) as part of the Key to Speech services!

Brigitte is the owner of Key to Speech and registered bilingual (French and English) Speech-Langu... Read More

Émilie Proulx

Emilie is currently a student in the Communicative Disorders Assistant program at St. Lawrence College. She previously completed a Joint Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Linguistics at the University of Ottawa. Throughout her undergraduate degree, Emilie volunteered at Key to Speech, where she gained valuable hands-on experience and developed a strong passion for the field of speech-language pathology.

She is currently completing her internship placement through St. Lawrence College at Key to Speech, continuing to build her clinical skills and professional experience. In her spare time, Emilie enjoys reading, crocheting, and baking!

Emilie is currently a student in the Communicative Disorders Assistant program at St. Lawrence Co... Read More

Gaby Gauvin Speech-Assistant

Gabrielle is a bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) currently completing her degree in Psychology and Linguistics at the University of Ottawa. She hopes to pursue her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology after she graduates. All throughout her life, she has been motivated by helping people. She hopes she can achieve this in her career.

In her spare time, Gabrielle loves to read, listen to podcasts and music, and enjoys a variety of sports.

Gabrielle is a bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) currently completing her de... Read More

Jessica Nicholls
(She/Her/Hers) Communicative Disorders Assistant

Jessica is a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) who provides services in English. She received her degree from St Lawrence College and before pursing the CDA program, Jessica completed her Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology with a minor in American Sign Language and Disability Studies at Carleton University. During her studies, Jessica had the opportunity to complete one of her field placements at Key to Speech, where she fell in love with the atmosphere, colleagues, and the clients. As a CDA, Jessica’s favourite aspect of her job is the diversity it offers. Each day brings new challenges and opportunities as she works with a variety of clients, ensuring no two days are the same. This allows her to connect with new people, and think critically to create individualized therapy sessions for each of her clients. Jessica’s particular areas of interest include early language, articulation, and the ASD population. In her spare time you can find her in a spin class, playing the piano, or baking!

Jessica is a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) who provides services in English. She receiv... Read More

Gabrièle Lavoie
(She/Her/Hers) Speech Assistant (SLPA)

Gabrièle is a bilingual Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) currently completing her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Linguistics at the University of Ottawa. She hopes to pursue her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology after graduation.

In her spare time, Gabrièle enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her dog. She loves sipping tea, reading a good book, and dreaming up her next travel adventure.

Gabrièle is a bilingual Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) currently completing her under... Read More

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