Listing of Private Practice
Speech-Language Pathologists
in Nova Scotia
HALIFAX REGION
This page is under construction.
Listings are in alphabetical order (clinic name or practitioner's last name).
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ABC Speech & Language Services
Deborah Trager, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
Halifax, NS
(902) 233-1630
https://www.facebook.com/ABC.speech.halifax/
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I'm an experienced clinician (20+ yrs) with expertise in diagnosis and treatment of speech delays and motor speech disorders (apraxia). I also provide in-depth language and literacy (reading/spelling) evaluations to pinpoint a starting point for intervention. So if your child has difficulty saying sounds and/or struggles with reading and spelling, please don't hesitate to reach out via DM or text. After-school and evening sessions are available.
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Ages: pre-school, school-age
Clinical areas for children: speech, motor speech, language, reading and writing
Languages: English
Regions (in-person): Halifax
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Allied Therapy
Halifax, NS
(902) 580-1060
At Home Speech & Language Services, Inc.
Susanne R. Cassidy Duggan, M.Sc., SLP-Reg
Halifax, NS
(902) 292-8799
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Exclusively mobile (in-home and approved locations) speech and language services. Telepractice also offered.
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Ages: pre-school, school-age
Clinical areas for children: speech, motor speech, language, fluency, autism spectrum disorder, social communication other than ASD, augmentative communication, reading and writing
Languages: English, French
Service locations: in-home services (no travel fee), on site visits to preschools and private schools, local libraries
Regions (in-person): Halifax
Telepractice: yes
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Bridges Speech and Language
Megan MacLeod, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
5730 Young St., Halifax, NS
(902) 400-5199
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We offer inclusive, family-centred care to children of all ages.
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Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Clinical areas for children: developmental speech, motor speech, developmental language, ASD, social communication, augmentative communication, aural rehabilitation, reading and writing
Language: English
Service locations: clinic, in-home services (travel fee for some locations), preschool sites
Regions (in-person): Halifax, Lunenburg
Telepractice: yes
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Crystal Clear Speech Language Therapy
49 Virginia Dr., Hammonds Plains, NS
(902) 943-0029
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Dalhousie Accent Clinic
Contact: Catherine Sweet, M.A., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
5850 College Street, 2nd Floor, Halifax, NS
(902) 494-7052
https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/scsd/accent-clinic.html
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We develop clients' confidence in using the sounds and patterns of North American English speech.
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Ages: adult, older adult
Clinical areas for adults: speech, accent training
Service locations: clinic
Telepractice: yes
Dartmouth Speech and Language Services
Helma Osmond, B.Sc., MSLP, SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
59 Lucien Dr., Dartmouth, NS
(902) 435-4923
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Service locations: clinic, in-home services, on site visits to preschools
Ages: preschool, school-age, adults, older adults
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Halifax Speech & Language Services
1658 Bedford Hwy, Suite 2070, Bedford, NS
(902) 832-7686
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J. Heather MacLean
J. Heather MacLean, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
Fall River, NS
(902) 456-5594
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Description: Small practice concerning voice and airway from ultra-experienced "medical" SLP; customized scheduling and care at client's home or their preferred setting.
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Clinical areas for children: voice
Clinical areas for adults: voice and resonance, voice for performing arts, transgender voice training
Language: English
Service locations: in-home services (travel fee), telepractice
Region (in-person): HRM
Telepractice: yes
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NeurAbility Speech & Language Therapy for Adults with Acquired Brain Injury
Michelle Bourque, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
Dartmouth, NS
(902) 414-6024
michelle.bourque.slp@gmail.com
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Description: Over 25 years' experience in adult brain injury rehabilitation within a life participation approach, with specialisation in aphasia, cognitive-communication, and rehabilitation technology. Telepractice offered throughout Nova Scotia, with possibility of in-home services in Halifax/Dartmouth area.
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Ages: adults, older adults
Clinical areas for adults: speech, language, voice and resonance, augmentative communication, acquired brain injury (including stroke and TBI)
Language: English
Service locations: in-home services (no travel fee), telepractice
Regions (in-person): HRM
Telepractice: yes
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Olivia Meehan Speech, Language & Behavior Analytic Services
Olivia Meehan, M.A., M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
2719 Bishopville Road, Hantsport, NS
(902) 798-7091
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057238608394&ref=page_internal
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Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Services for children: speech, motor speech, language, ASD, augmentative communication, reading and writing
Languages: English
Service locations: clinic, in-home services (travel fee in some cases), preschool sites
Regions (in-person): Hants, Kings, HRM
Telepractice: yes
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One Bite At A Time: Swallowing and Speech Services Inc.
Juliana McLaren, MSc SLP-Reg, SLP(C), with professional interest in adult and pediatric swallowing
Bedford, Nova Scotia
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Description: One Bite At A Time: Swallowing and Speech Services provides specialized and evidence-based assessment and treatment services for people with difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) of all ages. We offer endoscopic swallowing evaluations for adults, and can design individualized rehabilitation programs to maintain or improve swallow function. We also provide pediatric feeding skill assessment, and can help children build the skills they need to eat safely, and efficiently. In addition to these specialized feeding and swallowing services, we also provide speech, language, and voice therapy for adults and children.
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Ages: pre-school and pre-primary, school-age, adult (18-64), older adult (65+)
Services for children: speech, language, ASD, social communication other than ASD
Services for adults: speech, language, adult ASD, voice and resonance, voice for performing arts, augmentative communication, acquired by brain injury (including stroke and TBI), neurodegenerative disorders.
Languages: English, French​​
Service locations (in-person): clinic, in home services (travel fee), continuing care centres, preschool sites
Regions: Halifax
Telepractice: yes
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Play Corner SLP
Lauren Blake, MPH, M.Sc., SLP-Reg
Shubenacadie, NS
(709) 765-0509
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Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Services for children: developmental speech, motor speech, developmental language, ASD, reading and writing
Language: English
Service locations (in-person): Colchester, HRM, Hants
Telepractice: no
Shoreline Therapy: Speech and Occupational Therapy
Clinic Manager: Pamela Coulter, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
Main Clinic: Paddlers Cove, 300 Prince Albert Road, Suite 120, Dartmouth, NS
Kings Location: Main Street Station Building, 325 Main Street, Unit 10, Kentville, NS
(902) 405-7855 | (902) 219-3065
www.facebook.com/shorelinespeechtherapydartmouth
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Ages: preschool, school-age, adults, older adults
Clinical areas for children: speech, motor speech, language, fluency, autism spectrum disorder, social communication, voice, reading and writing
Clinical areas for adults: speech, language, fluency, voice, transgender voice modification, accent modification/training, acquired brain injury, neurodegenderative disorders
Languages: English, French (children)
Service locations: clinic
Regions (in-person): Halifax, Kings
Telepractice: yes
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The Speech Lady
Dana Fergusson, M.Sc., S-LP(C)-Reg
40 Lakeshore Drive, Hammonds Plains, NS
(902) 266-6612
Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Clinical areas for children: developmental speech, motor speech, developmental language, ASD, social communication, augmentative communication, early literacy, reading/spelling
Language: English
Service locations: clinic
Regions (in-person): Halifax, Tatamagouche (summer)
Telepractice: yes
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Thrive Therapy
Co-Owner: Hillary Carr, M.Sc., OT Reg (N.S.)
Location 1: 1550 Bedford Highway Suite 210-15, Bedford, NS, B4A 1E6
Location 2: Halifax, 7071 Bayers Rd Suite 325, Halifax, NS B3L 4P1
(902) 943-2621
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Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Clinical areas for children: developmental speech, motor speech, language, fluency, ASD, social communication, augmentative communication, reading and writing
Languages: English
Service locations: Clinic, in-home services (travel fee), preschool sites
Regions (in-person): Halifax
Telepractice: yes
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Stillwater Speech Therapy
Julie St. Pierre, SLP-Reg, Owner & Clinical Director
191 Buckingham Dr., Stillwater Lake, NS
(902) 440-2105
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Ages: preschool, school-age, adults, older adults
Telepractice: yes
Jennifer Westhaver, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
46 Hanwell Drive, Middle Sackville, NS
(902) 266-5106
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Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Clinical areas for children: developmental speech, motor speech, language, fluency, ASD, augmentative communication, reading and writing
Languages: English
Service locations: In-home services (no travel fee), telepractice
Regions (in-person): Halifax
Telepractice: yes
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Amy Wilde, M.Sc., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
19 Pioneer Ave., Halifax, NS
(647) 779-5972
https://www.facebook.com/AmyWildeSLP/
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SLP experienced in neurodiversity-affirming, child-led therapy, and gestalt language processing.
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Ages: preschool and pre-primary, school-age
Language: English
Service locations: in-home services (no travel fee), telepractice
Regions (in-person): Colchester, Halifax, Hants, Kings, Lunenburg
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Words by the Sea - Speech and Language Services
Dana Hodgins, M.S., SLP-Reg, SLP(C)
Dartmouth, NS
(902) 499-8255
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Ages: preschool, school-age
Telepractice: yes