Hello, I’m Lauren Pitchforth, and I’m deeply passionate about helping adolescents and their families navigate through the many of challenges life can throw our way. With a master’s degree in Child and Youth Care, I’ve dedicated over seven years of my career to supporting young people and their families in hospital and mental health school settings.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse groups of adolescents and families facing a wide range of struggles. My goal is to empower young people to recognize that their problems are separate from their identities, and that they possess the resilience to overcome them no matter how difficult it may seem.

I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, family separation, and complex trauma. To address these challenges, I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), exposure therapy, narrative therapy, and play therapy, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.

I firmly believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, and a deep understanding of the developmental needs of adolescents.

Continuing education is important to me, and I make it a point in my life to stay informed about the latest research and best practices in mental health. Outside of my clinical practice, I enjoy going to the gym, practicing mindfulness and spending quality time with my loved ones.

I am excited to meet you and support you in becoming an even more remarkable version of yourself.

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Viviana is an emotional behavioural Specialist (EBS). Throughout her experience, she has worked at specialized schools with children with the highest-risk behaviours and those experiencing mental health illness. She has an incredible ability to make meaningful connections with the kids and parents she works with.

As an EBS, Viviana has been able to efficiently collaborate with instructional personnel, Multidisciplinary team, and home teams, to successfully support children she works with. Viviana uses a combination of observations and research-based information to appropriately support children; thru the collection of data and other vital information pertaining to the child dealing with behavioral or mental health challenges, Viviana creates, and implements effective supportive plans, and strategies that are unique to each child and family. Monitoring children consistently to observe changes is vital for Viviana’s practice. Viviana has an extensive knowledge of needs and behavior of children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, ODD, FASD, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Trauma, and Learning disabilities.

As a Behavioral Consultant with Alberta Therapy Co, Viviana would love to bring all her expertise to help your family with implementing intervention plans tailored to your needs. Working one-on-one with your kid and using efficient teaching methods to target specific behaviours and achieve goals to satisfy each one of your unique needs. Viviana’s approach and philosophy is highly based on strong connections with your kid and you as parents and keeping in mind your unique needs. Viviana is always looking for innovated strategies considering each of the factors that might affect behaviours. Viviana is a very compassionate person and will always be there to listen to your concerns and challenges, and to support you and guide you as a parent, as she believes you as parents/guardians are key to the success of your child.

Outside of work you can find Viviana at the gym, spending time with her 2 kids and husband and driving the kids around to soccer and Tennis practices and games. Even though Viviana is not good at any of the sports her kids practice, she loves watching her kids and gets passionate when it comes to competitive games.

Viviana can’t wait to meet your family and show her passion for the field.

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Hello! I am a Registered Speech Language Pathologist that completed her Masters in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Alberta. I was born and raised in Edmonton and am so excited to give back to the community through this profession.

While using play-based therapy, I am passionate in empowering families and collaborating with them to target goals that are functional and meaningful to their lives. Areas of interest are speech sound disorders, early language intervention, and working with augmentative and alternative communication tools for children with complex communication needs.

I am grateful that I can join this amazing team at Simon Says Inc!

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Hello, I’m Taylor! I was born and raised in Sherwood Park, Alberta. I completed my Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant diploma in 2021 and have been working with children on their communication goals ever since,

I believe in neurodiversity affirming and strength-based approaches. I enjoy providing play-based sessions that are fun and engaging for everyone involved. I’m passionate about helping children become confident communicators and supporting them while they work towards their goals.

When i’m not at work you will find me spending time with my dog, reading a book, or on the soccer field.

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Hello there. I’m Josh, a Neurodivergent Affirming Behaviour Consultant

Throughout my career, my experience has been supporting young neurodivergent and autistic children ages 2-6 years of age and their families. I do this by analyzing and identifying the underlying issues of challenging behaviours and developing neurodivergent affirming, culturally sensitive, compassionate & safe interventions that promote skill acquisition and strengthen their social, emotional, and behavioural skills while fostering independence and positive change.

I am passionate about empowering parents to confidently support their children’s behaviour and skill development while accepting, understanding, and celebrating their unique abilities. I’m excited to hear your story and support you.

A little bit about me: I have been living in Edmonton for 11 years now. I’m originally from the Philippines, born and raised, and I speak Tagalog fluently.

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Hi, I’m Jessica! I’m a Registered Provisional Psychologist here in Alberta. I know from personal experience that asking for help and prioritizing your mental health is really hard. Facing the difficult aspects of your life is scary and it’s much easier to stay in the same patterns that have kept you afloat and helped you survive. But if you find those patterns aren’t working for you anymore, it can be worth it to take that leap and reach out - and I’d love to take that step with you! I often work with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and those dealing with anxiety, depression, personality disorders (specifically borderline personality disorder), relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, and complex trauma.

I enjoy working with teens (ages 13+), adults, and couples. I also offer various functional/vocational assessments, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD diagnosis. I operate from a person-centred lens, which means I believe that you are the expert on your own life. You’re steering the ship in our sessions, and I’m there to support you by offering a compassionate, down-to-earth, and candid style of therapy (laughter also guaranteed). I have training and experience in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), among others.

I love connecting with people from all walks of life and cultures. I believe in accepting people for who they are in the moment they sit down in our space. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

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I have been a pediatric physiotherapist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders for nearly 10 years. During this time, I found that there is nothing more professionally rewarding than seeing the quality of life improve for kids with gross motor challenges. I use evidence-based treatment methods in a fun, play-based environment while working towards the goals set up collaboratively with the family and other clinicians. My journey as a physiotherapist started in South Africa at the University of Pretoria, where I graduated in the early 2000s. During my time working in remote villages, I discovered my love for pediatric physiotherapy. I migrated to Canada, with my husband, in 2005 and have since continued to expand my extensive working knowledge of not only neurology, but also musculoskeletal and orthopedics through my work in hospital and private clinic settings. I continue to also work part-time at an independent school as a physiotherapist, servicing children with needs ranging from cerebral palsy, heart defects, developmental delay, ASD and various syndromes including Fragile X, Angelman, arthrogryposis, and Down syndrome. On the personal side, I am a mom of four beautiful kids. Together with my husband, we enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities – whether it is winter or summer. I also love horses, I have been riding horses since I was six and enjoy jumping recreationally or going for a long trail ride by the river. It was my love for horses and kids that drew me to incorporate horses in my treatment methodology – known as hippotherapy. I am an American Hippotherapy Association member and have completed Level 1 of their Hippotherapy certification.

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Claire Kjeld is the Registered Dietitian at Alberta Therapy Co. Claire has worked as a Registered Dietitian since 2006, both in the United States and Canada, in a variety of settings including primary care, health and wellness, sports, pediatric and clinical nutrition. Claire brings a breadth of knowledge, experience, and practical recommendations to her clients. ​ Claire works with families who have children with feeding and nutrition challenges due to medical conditions, special needs, limited food repertoire, picky eating, feeding related trauma, and food sensitivities and allergies. ​ Claire works with adults on any health related concern including weight management, diabetes, high cholesterol and triglycerides, and gastrointestinal concerns. ​ Claire works with sports teams and athletes to educate on nutrition needs for their specific sport, and provides practical recommendations to enhance sports performance for themselves and/or their team. ​ Being able to develop trusting relationships with her clients is the back bone of Claire’s practice. Claire is available to provide nutrition analysis, supplement assessment, metabolic rate testing, feeding therapy, meal time observations, nutrition workshops, and athlete/team nutrition coaching. Appointments are available in-office, online, in-home, and within team sport facility.

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As an attachment focused and trauma informed therapist, I work with individuals and couples to identify how traumatic experiences, grief and loss, experiencing neglect or abuse, and other distressing experiences may be keeping you stuck in a pattern of distress. Unresolved trauma can maintain feelings of depression, anxiety, self criticism, difficulty regulating or expressing your emotions, difficulty in feeling close with others, as well as difficulty in setting boundaries. It can also contribute to PTSD, phobias, disordered eating, and a number of other mental health challenges. I use approaches such as Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Being trauma informed means that I understand that it may take a while for you to feel safe and ready to change, while I will gently point out times where you may be getting in your own way. You may have identified some great ways of coping with distressing feelings. I work with you to build on your current strengths and to develop further strategies to cope and heal. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to book a complementary consultation so that you can find the best fit for your individual goals. Cheers!

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Hi, my name is Sarah! I am an Occupational Therapist living in Edmonton, AB. I grew up in the Northwest Territories and completed my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my Masters of Science at the University of Alberta.

I began my career and continue to work with a non-profit that supports children with complex needs; this started my passion for creating fun and play-based therapy sessions that are individual to each child and family. My clinical scope of practice includes assessment and intervention in sensory regulation, fine motor & handwriting, visual-motor development, and activities of daily living.

In my spare time you can find me caring for my jungle of plants, exploring with my pup or watching Disney movies!

I currently work with Alberta Therapy Co. Tuesday/Thursday evenings and Sundays.

I can’t wait to meet you!

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Hello, my name is Christina Ferber, and I am passionate about working with children, youth, and parents. I am a registered psychologist in Alberta, and I have worked in schools, clinics, and private practice settings for the past 20+ years. I have training and experience in Synergetic play therapy, sand tray therapy, and using creative techniques to engage children and youth. I use an attachment lens to help families and I incorporate principles from Emotion Focused Family Therapy, NeuroRelational Framework, Gottman Emotion Coaching, and the Circle of Security program. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and a with a variety of concerns (depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, etc). I love helping people tap into their inner strength and resources to find hope and build resilience when facing challenges or uncertainty. I have a special interest in positive psychology and mindfulness practices, which I have experienced the benefit of in my own life. I have experience and training in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Solution-Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, among others. I use a client-centred approach as a foundation to explore your concerns with you, to provide interventions that address your specific goals and needs. I look forward to connecting with you to discuss how we can partner together on a journey toward greater well-being.

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As a certified Child Life Specialist, I specialize in paediatric psychosocial care and emotional safety. In both healthcare and community settings, certified Child Life Specialists help infants, children, youth and families cope with the stress and uncertainty of acute and chronic illness, injury, trauma, disability, loss and bereavement. In the school system, I focus on challenging emotional behaviours for children with a multitude of diagnoses (ADHD, ODD, GAD, etc.) from pre school to junior high. Certified Child Life Specialists provide developmentally and psychologically appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation for procedures, and education to reduce fear, anxiety, and pain. My main focus, no matter what setting, is to decrease stress and increase coping.

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I love incorporating functional and family goals into therapy plans!

Working with families to support children gives them the best chance for success.

I grew up in Saskatchewan, and graduated with a Bachelor of Education in 2001. I moved to Edmonton in 2002 to complete my Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Alberta. I have been working as a Speech-Language Pathologist since 2004, and I have worked with children from ages 2-17 in a variety of settings during my career.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my daughter, checking out live music, going for walks, travelling, and yoga!

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Hi there! I’m a Speech Language Pathologist from Newfoundland. I moved out west in 2012 to further my education and have since made Edmonton my home. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Psychology and a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Alberta.

I started out my career as a school-based SLP where I provided assessment and intervention for children with a variety of communication needs. My professional experience has led me to develop a special interest in the area of speech sound disorders.

I aim to help children develop a sense of pride in who they are by supporting their communication. Through consideration of each client’s unique strengths and interests, I strive to make intervention a fun and engaging experience for everyone involved!

Additional Qualifications:

• Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists Membership

• PODD Introductory Training Course

• Diagnosis and Treatment of CAS Using Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)

• Standard First Aid + CPR Level C

• The Learn Play Thrive Approach to Autism Course (Ongoing/In Progress)

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Hi, I’m Lonneke! I was born in the Netherlands but have called Sherwood Park/Edmonton home since 2001. I am fluent in Dutch. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Science degree from the University of Alberta. I began my career working with preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary aged children. I have experience with complex communication needs, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, phonological delays, articulation delays, language delays and disorders, and a variety of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools.

I believe in a neurodiversity affirming, play-based, and strengths-based approach. I create goals that are specific, functional, and realistic for your child and family. I aim to build capacity in families by including them in goal setting and sessions, so they have a strong understanding of what we are working on and why, and how they can continue to work on goals at home.

In my spare time I enjoy reading, spending time with my family and friends, and snuggling my cat.

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Hi! I’m Laura and I was born in Colombia and although I have been in Canada for the past 24 years, I am still fluent in Spanish! I have called Edmonton home since I started my university career at University of Alberta where I completed a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and then a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

I am passionate about supporting clients of all ages including adults and children. I have experience working with adults with aphasia, children with complex communication needs, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), fluency (stuttering), and with preschool-aged children with speech and language delays.

In my spare time you can see me at spin classes or the gym, reading, or playing with my 2 fur babies.

I am so excited to meet you and support your family!

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Paige Vandenberg

Paige grew up in the Edmonton area, where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at the University of Alberta. Paige began her Occupational Therapy career in the public health sector as a member of a rehabilitative care team, and notes looking forward to a new adventure in private practice. She highlights collaborative practice, family-centred and inter-disciplinary care as key values to her occupational therapy practice, along with creating fun and engaging environments. Paige’s clinical scope includes assessment and intervention around activities of daily living, fine motor tasks, and visual-motor development. Her current availability is Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon-evenings.

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I am a speech-language pathologist originally from Calgary, AB. I have a bachelor of arts in Linguistics from the University of Calgary and received my Masters at the University of Alberta. I’ve grown up wanting to work as a speech language pathologist and have a strong passion and interest in supporting individuals with a variety of communication needs.

I began my career at a school specializing in supporting children with complex communication needs and started working in private practice with a variety of clients. I believe in a play-based therapy approach and use my clients strengths and interests in sessions to promote growth and build positive relationships. I focus on including parents/guardians in sessions to help families gain confidence and skills needed to continue to support their child at home.

I am passionate about supporting clients with a wide range of needs from speech sounds, motor speech, language delays/disorders, and/or alternative communication.

I currently work with Simon Says Speech Inc part-time during evenings and Saturdays

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Hi, I’m Stephanie! I acknowledge that I live and work on Treaty 6 territory, and respect the histories, language and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community today.

I am a certified, paediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with extensive experience working with children, families and school staff in a variety of settings, including home and school environments. Working as an SLP has been incredibly rewarding and fulfilling, and often exceeds my own expectations. I love the holistic nature and relationships these opportunities create and supporting children from an early age, alongside their families and school team is nourishing and exciting.

I am happy to discuss my background, including skills and qualifications upon request. I believe in your family and I’m happy to help support your child’s learning and growth.

“We all speak the language of kindness”

“As an SLP, I have permission to prioritize my humanity. I chose this profession out of love and this will sustain me. I will invest in meaningful connections. My heart and humanness will be the foundation for communication growth. These truths will serve the world well.” Phương Liên Palafox, SLP.

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Hi there! My name is Cindy and I am excited and so happy to begin helping children and families in the Edmonton area and throughout Alberta (online). I graduated from McGill University and have worked with babies to adults, with my main focus being on preschool and kindergarten age children specializing in the areas of Autism Spectrum Disorders, literacy, language delay and phonology. I love empowering families as their child’s best teachers through a lot of play, conversation and fun! I am currently the only certified PLAY Project consultant in Alberta and use the methods, techniques and activities of the PLAY Project (based on Stanley Greenspan’s DIRFloortime model) with all of my students since it lays the groundwork for all successful communication. I value continuing education and have earned three ACE awards through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association thus far which equates to over 200 extra hours above and beyond the certifications and requirements listed below. I find so much joy in helping children communicate to the best of their abilities and I look forward to moving forward on this path with Simon Says. When I am not working with children and families, you can find me teaching Zumba or yoga classes, chatting with my three children or curled up in bed reading a good book with a mug of tea!

Certifications: ● PLAY Project Certified Consultant ● SCERTS Model ● Hanen – It Takes Two to Talk ● Hanen – ABC and Beyond ● Hanen – I’m Ready! ● Hanen – Learning Language and Loving It ● Hanen – Teacher Talk ● Hanen – Target Word ● PEERS for Adolescents

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Hello, my name is Kathryn. I was born in England and moved to Edmonton with my family when I was in elementary school. I have a daughter and three amazing Shelties.

I have worked for the Edmonton Public School Board for many years as an Educational Assistant. I also have my Speech Therapist Assistant diploma from MacEwan University and am now enjoying working as an SLPA.

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Hi there! I’m Alesha, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Simon Says team part time while I finish my PhD at the University of Alberta. I love working with each family to build a plan that is suited to their needs and I enjoy finding different ways to keep sessions and home practice engaging, effective and sustainable.

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Aleksandra is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She has earned a bachelor’s degree of Arts in Psychology and a master’s degree in counselling.

Aleksandra provides individual counselling to children (ages 8+), youth, and adults who are experiencing frequent patterns of distress. She guides individuals who are struggling with symptoms such as chronic stress and overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, loss of connection, dependency on devices, persistent feelings of sadness, excessive worrying, difficulty sleeping and difficulty setting boundaries. She aspires to help clients gain new perspectives on the origins and influence of these patterns, giving voice to previously unexpressed experiences, and ultimately discovering more functional and satisfying ways of existing in the world.

As a Registered Provisional Psychologist, she has gained wide experience working with children, youth, and adults, including students and first responders. Aleksandra has worked extensively with individuals who have experienced developmental trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and loss. She has worked in various settings, including addictions and recovery center, outpatient treatment center, employment and family assistance program, and private practice. She has facilitated groups such as: trauma processing, recovery management, psychoeducational CBT and DBT, creative expression.

Aleksandra aspires to help her clients achieve their individual goals while gaining a more profound understanding of themselves and their connections with others. She strongly believes that establishing a genuine connection between the client and therapist is one of the most vital components of successful therapy. She places great importance on building connections with each of her clients, leveraging these connections to create a safe environment that allows for significant insights to be addressed, distressing relationship patterns to be examined and challenged, and therapy to be tailored to your specific needs, abilities, and aspirations at each stage of your therapeutic journey.

Aleksandra creates a safe and welcoming environment by fostering authenticity, compassion, and humor in the therapeutic process. With an interactive, transparent, and collaborative approach, she recognizes that there is no single approach that fits all clients in psychotherapy. Although she primarily works from a psychodynamic- informed perspective, she frequently incorporates insights and techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), while also utilizing elements of mindfulness, self-compassion and somatic therapy. This allows her to develop practical and straightforward strategies for deeper exploratory work, which can better address concerns such as anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma and relationship issues. Aleksandra warmly welcomes individuals of all walks of life to her practice. In her free time Aleksandra enjoys spending time with her family. Gardening, reading, meditating and traveling.

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With over 12 years of experience working with children, Radhika has developed an empathetic and playful approach to supporting families. Radhika has worked both in the school system and within home services. She specializes in supporting children’s academic needs along with independence, social skills and daily living skills to name a few. Using a strengths-based and connection approach, Radhika has been successful in creating meaningful changes in her client’s lives.

Having earned her BCBA designation, she has been able to further her knowledge in various complex diagnoses. Radhika also provides Sand Tray therapy for children who have experienced internal struggles and for whom traditional talk therapy has been unsuccessful.

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Lisa Curial (B.A. University of Alberta ‘08) (M.Ed University of Alberta ‘12) has been a Registered Psychologist in Alberta since 2014. Lisa has worked all over the province supporting some of Alberta’s most complex and diverse students. First working with the Calgary Board of Education, Lisa travelled province-wide supporting students in rural communities as well as throughout Calgary. Following, Lisa moved to a position with Edmonton Public Schools working with diverse children in Edmonton.

Lisa has worked with children with a wide range of differences and ages. She has extensive experience working with children with differences such as autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, behavioural difficulties, ADHD, ODD, gifted students and those with social/emotional difficulties. She has also worked with children who are non-verbal. She has particular interest in reading and completed her master’s thesis in reading disabilities.

Lisa has worked with the College of Alberta Psychologists as an oral examiner of future psychologists. Lisa also has run workshops for parents looking for additional behavioural strategies for their children, is a regular guest blogger for local influencer Life of Dr. Mom, and has appeared on podcasts talking about topics such as childhood anxiety and common childhood behavioural challenges.

In her spare time, Lisa enjoys being with her husband and two small boys. As a family they enjoy being outdoors, skiing, and travelling.

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Hello, my name is Lisa and I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, and families in school, community, and clinical settings. My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behavioural issues, school issues, life transitions, parenting, and family conflict. I work collaboratively with children and families. Some of the approaches I may use include cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy, and play therapy. Family challenges can be complex and overwhelming. I will work together with you and/or your family to achieve your goals so that life can feel at ease again.

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Katie is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologist. Her degrees include a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education and a Masters of Counselling Psychology.

Katie provides individual counselling to children, youth and adults who are facing life challenges and mental health concerns. She has gained a variety of experience with children and youth as both an elementary school teacher and mental health counsellor. Katie has worked extensively with individuals who have faced trauma, anxiety and depression, autism spectrum disorder and behavioural concerns.

For the past 3 years, Katie lived and worked in Indigenous communities in Northern Alberta. She faciliated youth community engagement sessions and assisted in suicide preention initiatives. In addition, she has assisted families during times of crisis and provided individual therapy.

Katie utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client. She has training in play therapy, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and solution focused therapy. Katie also provides couples therapy and utilizes the Gottman approach.

In her free time, Katie enjoys exploring the outdoors with her French bulldog, Ivan, cooking, yoga and working out!

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I am speech-language pathologist who is passionate about supporting children as a team with their families. I value meaningful connection, diversity, and acceptance. I began my career specializing in Early Childhood Services supporting children in daycare and preschool settings and collaborating with their families, as well as Speech-Language Assistants/Educational Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Behaviour Consultants. I love working with others as a team and it is so rewarding to see gains in children’s communication abilities! I am passionate to support the growth of children with a variety of communication needs including speech, language, fluency, social and/or alternative communication. By using play-based therapy approaches and individualized goals, I focus on meeting children where they are at, building on their skills, and following their lead to promote confidence in their communication. I am very excited to be a part of the amazing team at Simon Says Inc! Currently, I work part-time during weekday evenings.

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Hi, I’m Leslie! I grew up in Edmonton and I have been a therapy assistant for over 15 years. My experience has been working at a non-profit organization supporting children and students with special and complex needs.

I have experience with both fine and gross motor skills and am familiar with feeding, printing, cutting, mobility, communication, behaviours and sensory needs. I recently went back to school for my Bachelor of Education After- Degree to become an Elementary Teacher.

In my spare time I love to run and spend time in the mountains hiking. I believe that therapy should be play based, motivating and fun!

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Hi, I’m Jessica! I grew up in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island and completed my Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. Shortly afterwards, I moved to Edmonton to complete my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta and have been here ever since! I was drawn to occupational therapy because it allows me to be creative and create individualized interventions to help others enjoy life to the fullest!

During my career, I have supported children through my work at non-profit organizations, private practice, and school boards. My experiences working on multi-disciplinary teams and forming collaborative relationships allows me to truly deliver a family-centered approach to practice.

My clinical scope of practice includes, assessment and intervention around feeding and swallowing, sensory and motor development, visual-motor development, activities of daily living, and challenging behaviours. I strongly believe that therapy should be play-based, individualized, and most importantly – fun! I strive to deliver neurodiversity-affirming practices through my work with children.

When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, my sassy cat (Milo), and my energetic golden retriever (Penny)! I especially love trying out new restaurants in the city, exploring the river valley trails, and spending time with friends.

Courses/Extra Training:

• International Pediatric Feeding Disorder Conference - April 13 & 14, 2023; various presenters

• Feeding the 6-16 Month Old Child - March 2, 2023; SOS Approach to Feeding, Advanced Workshops

• Infant Eating, Feeding, and Swallowing: Theory and Clinical Application - November 14, 2022; University of Alberta Micro Credential Course

• Smart but Scattered: Improving Executive Skills at Home and at School - April 7, 2022; Dr. Peg Dawson

• The Role of the Occupational Therapist in Pediatric Functional Defecation Disorders October 5, 2021; Isabelle Beaudry-Bellefeuille

• SCERTS Day 2 – Program Design September 30, 2021; Emily Rubin & Amy Laurent

• SCERTS Day 1 – An Introduction September 7, 2021; Emily Rubin & Amy Laurent

• SOS Approach to Feeding October 2020; Dr. Kay Toomey

• Introduction to DIR and DIRFloortime September 2020; ICDL

• Childhood Anger: Working Through Tempers March 10, 2018; Dr. Tania Johnson

• Mealtime Miseries: Management of Complex Feeding Issues April 20 & 21, 2018; Elizabeth Clawson & Carol Elliot

• Childhood Autism Spectrum Disorder: Best Occupational Therapy Practice November 2 & 3, 2018; Michele Hebert

• Proper Vision Development and Success in Life – Focus on Pediatric Populations May 12, 2017; Dr Cheryl Letheren

• Feeding Therapy: It’s Not Just About Swallowing Workshop April 26 & 27, 2017; Melanie Potock

Hi, I’m Jessica! I grew up in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island and completed my Bachelor of Kinesiolog... Read More

I was born and raised in Whitecourt, Alberta and moved to Edmonton to attend MacEwan University. I graduated in 2015 and have been working on speech and language goals with children ever since. I love that my job revolves around play, exploration and discovery. I try to keep my sessions fun because I believe that when we are having fun, we are more open and willing to learn!

I have experience in working with individuals ages 1-18 in one on one sessions, small groups and large groups. I work with speech sound delays, language disorders and delays and am experienced using Augmentative and Alternative Communication. I am passionate about working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and love focusing on social skills during our sessions.

When I am not working, I am probably somewhere with my dog, doing something crafty or trying out a new recipe.

I was born and raised in Whitecourt, Alberta and moved to Edmonton to attend MacEwan University. ... Read More

Hi, I’m Colleen! I graduated with my masters in Occupational Therapy in 2013 from the University of Alberta and have diverse experience working with children and adults as both a mental health therapist and occupational therapist. Since becoming a parent, I have developed a special interest in maternal mental health, as well as infant and pediatric feeding.

As a mom to three young children, all of whom had tethered oral tissues and various feeding struggles, I understand how stressful feeding can be. These experiences inspired me to specialize further as a pediatric feeding therapist. My hope is that mealtime can become be a time of connection and comfort for all family members. My approach to therapy is to come alongside children and their families with comprehensive assessment to understand the ‘why’ behind feeding struggles. Then we can collaborate together to make a plan that is meaningful, functional, and fun.

In addition to my feeding specialization, I am happy to support family mental health, emotional regulation, activities of daily living, sensory integration, and fine/gross motor development.

Outside of work, you’ll find me on outdoor adventures with my family and sipping really good coffee.

I look forward to supporting you!

Certifications:

• Feed the Peds (in progress) (Hallie Bulkin)

• 5 Days to Screening Your First Pediatric Patient (Hallie Bulkin)

• The Occupational Therapist’s Role in Breastfeeding (Lactation OT)

• Changeways (CBT)

• Motivational Interviewing

• University of Alberta Faculty of Rehabilitation: Pediatric Assessment Module

• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

• Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)

• BLS-Healthcare provider

Hi, I’m Colleen! I graduated with my masters in Occupational Therapy in 2013 from the University ... Read More

Hello! I’m so glad you’re here! :)

I’m an energetic and family-focused Registered Speech Language Pathologist. I graduated from Western University in London, Ontario and moved to Edmonton with my husband and our sweet little cat, Luna.

I use a play-based approach to target a variety of communication needs and help families reach their goals. My areas of interest are speech sound disorders (ages 0-12) and early language intervention (ages 0-3). I am certified to provide the It Takes Two to Talk® The Hanen Program® for Parents. My goal is to ensure families have all the necessary tools and strategies to help their child thrive.

I’m so excited to work with families in Edmonton and the surrounding area!

Hello! I’m so glad you’re here! :) I’m an energetic and family-focused Registered Speech Languag... Read More

Hi, I’m Madison (or Madi). I was born and raised in Sherwood Park/Edmonton, Alberta. I completed my Bachelor of Arts at the University of Alberta and my minor in Linguistics is what got me interested in speech and language. I then went on to study at MacEwan University to get my Diploma as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA).

I have experience working with pediatric clients in areas including speech sound delays, language disorders and delays, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

My favourite part about working in the field of speech and language is seeing the progression client’s start to show and the confidence they gain. It’s an incredibly rewarding career for this reason.

Education: - Bachelor of Arts, University of Alberta, 2020 - Therapeutic Assistant in Speech and Language Diploma, MacEwan University, 2022

Hi, I’m Madison (or Madi). I was born and raised in Sherwood Park/Edmonton, Alberta. I completed ... Read More

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I’m an energetic and friendly Speech Language Pathologist practicing in the Edmonton area. My approach is play-based and family-focused. I enjoy providing therapy to children ages 0-12 with a variety of communication needs. I have a special interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). I have a broad range of experience coaching families to become the best communication partners to their children and I am certified in multiple Hanen programs.

I’m an energetic and friendly Speech Language Pathologist practicing in the Edmonton area. My app... Read More

I completed my masters at the University of Toronto in 2016, packed up all my belongings in a minivan, and made the big move across the country to Alberta. I began my career working alongside a team of occupational therapists, psychologists, and other speech-language pathologists in the school setting. Our team collaborated to provide universal programming at the classroom level in areas such as social skills and reading comprehension as well as provided support and recommendations to teachers. I also provided individual services to students from kindergarten to grade 12, in both one-on-one sessions and small group settings.

One integral aspect of my practice is formulating speech and language goals for my clients that are both unique to their communication needs and functional within their environment. I am a strong believer of including close communication partners into the therapy session to help promote the carry-over of skills into the child’s everyday life and I have seen firsthand the benefit of doing so.

I completed my masters at the University of Toronto in 2016, packed up all my belongings in a min... Read More