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Speech-Language Pathology in Sainte-Thérèse
(children, teens & adults)
At Clinique Rayons et Réadapt, our speech-language pathologists provide assessment and intervention services for children, teenagers and adults.
We support individuals experiencing difficulties with language, communication, pronunciation, fluency, reading, writing, voice or swallowing.
Services are available in French and English, depending on professional availability. We welcome families from Sainte-Thérèse and surrounding areas, including Blainville, Rosemère, Boisbriand, Mirabel, Saint-Eustache, Laval and Montreal.
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What is speech therapy?
Speech-language pathology is a health profession that assesses and treats difficulties related to language, speech, communication, voice, reading, writing and swallowing.
The speech-language pathologist evaluates the person’s strengths and challenges in order to better understand their needs. Personalized goals, activities and strategies are then recommended based on the individual’s age, daily life and priorities.
The goal is to support clearer and more effective communication and improve participation at home, at school, at work and in social activities.
Simple Steps to Lasting Results
Our process is designed to make your journey smooth, clear, and effective. From assessment to follow-up, we ensure each stage brings you closer to your goals.
Assessment
An evaluation of communication strengths, challenges and needs.
Intervention plan
Personalized goals, tailored activities and practical strategies.
Personalized follow-up
Regular sessions and adjustments based on progress.
Our Approach
Our approach is personalized, collaborative and adapted to each person’s pace. It considers the client’s needs, environment and family priorities.
Our approach includes:
A comprehensive assessment of communication skills;
Clear goals based on the client’s needs;
Practical and engaging activities adapted to the client’s age;
Strategies that can be used in daily life;
Collaboration with parents, school staff and other professionals when appropriate;
Regular follow-up and adjustments based on progress.
Common reasons to consult (What it is / When to consult / How we help)
What it is :
A language delay means a child’s vocabulary, sentence development, or understanding is developing more slowly than expected. It can affect the ability to request, answer, tell stories, and understand everyday directions.
When to consult :
Few words (or limited variety of words) and difficulty combining words into sentences
Trouble understanding simple directions or questions
Frequent frustration, meltdowns, or withdrawal because communication is hard
Daycare/school mentions concerns about language development
How we help :
A language assessment to identify strengths, needs, and priorities
Play-based therapy to build vocabulary, sentence structure, and understanding
Practical strategies for home and daycare (modeling, routines, games)
Clear measurable goals and regular adjustments based on progress
What it is :
A child makes persistent sound errors (e.g., /k/, /g/, /r/, “sh”) or speech is difficult to understand. Sometimes the child knows what they want to say but can’t produce sounds clearly.
When to consult :
People outside the family often have trouble understanding your child
Your child avoids certain words, speaks less, or gets upset when misunderstood
Errors persist and affect participation at school or social interactions
How we help :
Assessment of speech sounds and overall intelligibility
Targeted practice (tongue/lip placement, airflow) in words and sentences
Carryover into real conversation through games and everyday situations
A simple home practice plan to support faster progress
What it is :
Stuttering may involve repetitions (“I-I-I”), prolongations (“mmmm”), or blocks. It can also impact emotions (stress, embarrassment) and lead to avoidance.
When to consult :
Stuttering persists, increases, or causes distress
A child/teen/adult avoids speaking, changes words, or withdraws socially
It affects school, work, or overall confidence
How we help :
Fluency assessment plus impact on participation and emotions
Personalized strategies (rate, breathing, tension reduction, specific techniques)
Tools to increase ease and confidence when speaking
Parent coaching (for children) to create a supportive communication environment
What it is :
Difficulty connecting sounds and letters, decoding words, reading smoothly, or understanding what is read. Reading may become slow, tiring, and discouraging.
When to consult :
Reading is effortful with frequent errors and slow speed
Weak reading comprehension (difficulty answering questions or summarizing)
Suspected dyslexia or persistent difficulty despite extra support
Avoidance of reading, low motivation, or school anxiety
How we help :
A reading profile (decoding, phonological awareness, fluency, comprehension)
Targeted intervention: sound-letter skills, decoding strategies, automaticity
Comprehension strategies: finding key information, making inferences, summarizing
A simple plan to support home and school carryover
What it is :
Difficulty spelling, writing well-formed sentences, organizing ideas, or producing clear texts. Writing can be very demanding and lead to avoidance.
When to consult :
Many spelling/grammar errors despite practice, very slow writing
Difficulty building sentences or writing a coherent paragraph/text
High stress during written tasks and declining school performance
How we help :
Assessment of spelling, grammar/syntax, and text organization
Strategies for planning, sentence structure, connectors, and revision
Practical tools (checklists, templates, visual supports) that work in school settings
Step-by-step exercises to build skills and improve independence
What it is :
Dyscalculia is a long-term difficulty with number sense, remembering math facts, and applying procedures. Very often, the language demands of math (word problems, vocabulary, instructions) also make math much harder.
When to consult :
Strong difficulty understanding word problems (what the question is asking, key words, steps)
Frequent confusion in multi-step procedures and persistent slow progress
Difficulties remain despite support and practice
How we help :
Clarify the profile: how much is language/comprehension vs math concepts
Teach strategies to understand math vocabulary and organize steps
Practical tools: highlighting, rewriting the question, diagrams, step checklists
Collaboration when helpful with tutoring/special education to reinforce learning
What it is :
An atypical swallow (tongue thrust) is a swallowing pattern where the tongue pushes forward or between the teeth. It often comes with low tongue resting posture, open-mouth posture, or oral habits. It may affect orthodontic outcomes and sometimes speech sounds (often /s/ and /z/).
When to consult :
Open-mouth posture at rest; difficulty keeping lips closed
Tongue pushes against/between teeth during swallowing
Persistent oral habits (thumb sucking, chewing habits)
Orthodontic treatment recommended/in progress with tongue posture concerns
/s/ or /z/ sounds that remain unstable or “lisp-like”
How we help :
Assessment of lip/tongue resting posture, breathing patterns, and swallow pattern
Guided exercises for tongue posture, lip strength, and functional swallowing skills
A realistic step-by-step home plan
Collaboration with dentist/orthodontist when helpful (and ENT referral if significant mouth breathing is suspected)
What it is :
ASD can involve differences in communication (verbal or nonverbal), understanding, interaction, and sensory processing. Needs vary widely between individuals.
When to consult :
Few/no words, or language is not functional for everyday communication
Difficulty requesting, initiating, responding, or sharing attention
Frustration/meltdowns related to communication
Need for visual supports or AAC (communication boards/picture systems)
How we help :
Functional communication assessment (what will help most in daily life)
Goals such as requesting, choices, refusals, commenting, turn-taking, joint attention
Visual supports, routines, and parent coaching strategies
AAC support when appropriate + collaboration with daycare/school when needed
What it is :
Difficulty using language in social interactions: starting a conversation, taking turns, staying on topic, understanding implied meaning, and adapting to different contexts.
When to consult :
Difficulty making friends or maintaining conversations
“Monologue” style conversations, repeated misunderstandings
Social conflicts or isolation linked to communication at school or work
How we help :
Assessment of social communication skills
Explicit teaching + role-play + guided real-life practice
Tools: conversation scripts, social scenarios, clarification strategies, flexibility skills
Collaboration with family/school when appropriate