Pediatric Speech Therapy
Take the first step toward helping your child communicate with confidence through personalized pediatric speech therapy delivered at home across Greater Vancouver or virtually throughout British Columbia.
When to Consider an Assessment
Signs Your Child May Benefit From a Speech-Language Assessment.
Children develop communication skills at different rates. A speech-language assessment may be helpful when concerns about speech, language, fluency, social communication, or overall communication persist or affect a child’s participation at home, at school, or in the community.
Common signs include:
- Using fewer words than expected for their age or struggling to learn new vocabulary
- Difficulty understanding directions, combining words, or forming complete sentences
- Speech that is frequently difficult for familiar or unfamiliar listeners to understand
- Repeating sounds, prolonging words, or showing other signs of stuttering
- Difficulty expressing needs, feelings, or ideas, leading to frequent frustration
- Challenges participating in conversations, taking turns, or understanding social language
Our Expertise
Challenges We Treat
Every child communicates differently. Our speech-language pathologists provide personalized therapy for a wide range of developmental and communication challenges, helping children build practical skills for everyday life.
Language Delays & Language Disorders
Supporting children with language understanding, vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Empowering children with autism to communicate, connect, and participate with confidence.
ADHD & Executive Functioning
Strengthens communication, organisation, problem-solving, and self-advocacy for everyday situations.
Cerebral Palsy & Motor Speech
Improve speech clarity, communication, and confidence through personalized motor speech therapy.
Down Syndrome & Genetic Syndromes
Helping children communicate confidently, develop language, and thrive in everyday life.
Whether your child needs support with speech sounds, language development, social communication, or other communication challenges, our team provides personalized care through our dedicated speech therapy services.
Know Your Options
Funding & Coverage in BC
CYSN
AFU/AHP/Variety Children's Charity
CKNW
Extended Health Benefits
How We Help
Our Therapy Approach & Techniques
Every therapy plan is tailored to your child's strengths, developmental stage, and communication goals. We combine evidence-based techniques with engaging activities that encourage meaningful progress.
Our approach may include:
- Play-based therapy
- Speech sound intervention
- Language development activities
- Parent coaching
- Social communication support.
- AAC assessment, implementation, modelling, and family support, when appropriate.
Your Journey Starts
What Happens During the Assessment
The assessment helps us understand your child's communication strengths, challenges, and developmental needs so we can create a personalized therapy plan.
01
Parent Consultation
We begin by discussing your concerns, your child’s developmental and communication history, previous assessments, and your family’s priorities.
02
Informal Speech-Language Evaluation
The Registered Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates the areas most relevant to your child’s needs. Informal and age-appropriate evaluation methods are selected according to the child’s individual profile.
03
Verbal Feedback and Goal Setting
The SLP discusses the initial findings with the family and develops preliminary treatment goals based on the child’s strengths, needs, and family priorities.
04
Informal Initial Evaluation Report
An informal written evaluation report is generally provided to clients following the initial evaluation (which usually requires approximately 30 minutes of additional billable time). An additional report may not be required if the child has a relevant assessment from the past six months, or if the parent specifically declines it.
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Personalised Recommendations and Home Strategies
Families receive individualised recommendations, therapy options, and practical strategies to support communication between sessions.
(Note: Formal Speech-Language Assessments: A formal standardised assessment (e.g., PLS-5, CELF Preschool) and a comprehensive diagnostic report are separate services from the informal initial evaluation. These generally require 4 to 6 hours for administration, scoring, and report preparation, and involve different costs.)
Expected Outcomes
Goals Speech Therapy May Support.
Every child’s communication profile and progress are different. Therapy goals are individualized and may change over time according to the child’s development, needs, and family priorities.
Clearer speech
Stronger language skills
Increased confidence
Better classroom participation
Improved social interactions
Greater independence
When Should a Child Have a Speech-Language Assessment?
Families may seek a speech-language assessment whenever they have concerns about their child’s speech, language, fluency, social communication, or overall ability to communicate. A formal diagnosis is not required to contact our clinic. An initial evaluation can help identify the child’s strengths and determine the most appropriate next steps.
Our Commitment
Why Families Choose Aria Integrated Care
Aria Integrated Care focuses on meaningful outcomes that improve communication in everyday life. Every therapy plan is personalized, collaborative, and designed around your child's unique strengths and goals.
- Care Led by Registered Speech-Language Pathologists.
- Family-centred care
- Personalized therapy plans
- Evidence-based interventions
Convenience matters
Therapy Where You Need It Most
We make speech therapy for children accessible by offering both in-home visits throughout Greater Vancouver and secure virtual sessions across British Columbia, allowing families to choose the option that best fits their needs.
In-Home Speech Therapy
Enjoy the convenience of in-home speech therapy, where learning fits naturally into your child's daily routine.
Virtual Speech Therapy
Secure virtual speech therapy makes expert care convenient, accessible, and available to children across British Columbia.
Our Team
The Hearts and Minds Behind Aria Integrated Care
At Aria Integrated Care, our team of certified Speech-Language Pathologists shares a common goal helping every individual communicate with confidence and joy. We combine professional expertise with a compassionate, client-centered approach, ensuring that each session is tailored to the unique strengths and goals of every child, teen, or adult we work with. Together, we’re building a supportive community where every voice is heard and celebrated.
Shannon
Registered Speech-Language Pathologists
Master of Speech-Language Pathology
Bachelor of Arts
Registered with CHCPBC
Malia
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Malia is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at Simon Fraser University, majoring in Linguistics with a minor in Educational Psychology, alongside a certificate in Speech Sciences. She plans to further her education by pursuing a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, aiming to deepen her expertise and contribute meaningfully to the field.
Allyssa
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Allyssa graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Speech Sciences from the University of British Columbia. She has three years of combined experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Preet Shah
Founder & Registered Speech Therapy Pathologists
Master of Speech-Language Pathology
Bachelor of Arts
Registered with CHCPBC
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Malia is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at Simon Fraser University, majoring in Linguistics with a minor in Educational Psychology, alongside a certificate in Speech Sciences.
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Allyssa graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Speech Sciences from the University of British Columbia. She has three years of combined experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Our Team
Meet Your Pediatric Speech Therapist
Meet the experienced speech-language pathologists at Aria Integrated Care who are passionate about helping children communicate with confidence through compassionate, individualized, and family-focused care.
Shannon
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
EDUCATION
Master of Speech-Language Pathology
University of British Columbia
SERVICE MODEL
- In-Home Therapy
- Virtual Therapy
SERVING
Greater Vancouver
FAQs
Common Questions About Our Pediatric Speech Therapy
Have a question before booking? Here are the questions we hear most often from families and adults across Greater Vancouver and BC.
01 Do I need a doctor's referral for speech therapy in BC?
No referral is required. Parents can book a free consultation directly, and we'll guide you through next steps from there.
02 Is speech therapy covered by BC's Medical Services Plan (MSP)?
No, MSP doesn't cover private speech-language pathology services in BC. Coverage typically comes through extended health benefits, funding programs like CYSN or the Autism Funding Unit, or private payment. See our Funding & Coverage section above for details.
03 Is virtual speech therapy as effective as in-home therapy for children?
Yes. Virtual speech therapy uses the same evidence-based techniques as in-home sessions, with the added benefit of practicing directly in your child's familiar environment. Many families across BC, particularly outside Greater Vancouver, rely on it as their primary option.
04 How do I decide between in-home and virtual therapy?
If you're within our Greater Vancouver service area, in-home therapy lets your child practice in their own space with hands-on support. If you're elsewhere in BC, virtual therapy gives you the same clinical care through secure online sessions. We can help you decide during your free consultation.
05 What age should my child start speech therapy?
There's no fixed starting age. Many families begin as early as 18 months if language milestones seem delayed, though older children benefit just as much from starting whenever a concern comes up.
06 How long does a child typically need speech therapy?
This depends entirely on your child's needs, goals, and how consistently strategies are practiced between sessions. We'll give you an honest sense of progress at each stage rather than a fixed timeline upfront.
07 Can I access free speech therapy in BC?
Children aged 0 to 5 may qualify for free speech-language services through their local public health unit, though wait times can be long. Our private in-home and virtual services are available without a waitlist for families who want to start sooner.
Your Child's Communication Journey Starts Here
Connect with our team to create a personalized therapy plan that supports lasting progress and everyday success.