Areas of expertise:1. Speech sound clarity (consonants and vowels)2. Voice (presence, projection, vocal strength, pitch variation)3. Intonation (the range and pattern of pitch in a sentence)4. Pacing (speech rate, pausing)5. Verbal Expression (specificity and organization, filler words)6. Social communication/Pragmatics (Etiquette, body language, word choice, professionalism)• Developed and executed personalized 1-on-1 sessions to help clients find their… Show more Areas of expertise:1. Speech sound clarity (consonants and vowels)2. Voice (presence, projection, vocal strength, pitch variation)3. Intonation (the range and pattern of pitch in a sentence)4. Pacing (speech rate, pausing)5. Verbal Expression (specificity and organization, filler words)6. Social communication/Pragmatics (Etiquette, body language, word choice, professionalism)• Developed and executed personalized 1-on-1 sessions to help clients find their authentic and confident voice• Trained clients to sound assertive, present a logical explanation, provide specific examples to make a point, and use emotions in their voice to influence others• Delivered professional development workshops for leading corporations, such as IBM and Scotiabank, tailoring my approach to meet the needs of multilingual professionals seeking to improve speech clarity and communication efficacy• Advanced the careers of clients across a range of departments and industries, including consulting, management, IT, leadership, and law, by empowering them to communicate more effectively and confidently• Provided upskilling and training for Speak Fluent clinicians, helping to develop their expertise in the field and ensuring the highest standards of care for our clientsConnect with me to learn more about how my expertise in communication training can help you or your company achieve new standards in presentation skills, meeting efficiency, and speaking clarity! Show less

• Taught accent modification techniques and strategies to communication disorder assistants (CDAs)• Prepared CDAs to watch out for specific habits in themselves and clients when working with English Language Learners (ELLs) to improve efficacy of accent modification training

• Contributed to advocacy work for corporate speech services for multilingual clients in different communities• Planned and developed special projects dedicated to improving accessibility and quality of the field of corporate speech-language services

• Provided assessment, treatment, and consultative services for a range of school-age students with speech sound disorders, fluency disorders, and voice disorders• Delivered play-based therapy appropriate for a range of school-age students (5-18 years old) to increase engagement and functionality of therapy activities• Analyzed the disordered sound system of students at over 20 different schools and changed their vowel, consonant, and word shape use

• Assessed and treated pediatric populations with speech sound disorders, language disorders, and social communication disorders through play-based activities• Generated succinct and straightforward assessment summaries for parents to understand their child's difficulties

• Assessed (ABA-2, WAB-R, Mt. Wilga, RCBA-2, BNT) and treated communication disorders in stroke, brain injury, and geriatric outpatients at Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital• Evaluated degree of swallowing impairment (VFSS, meal observations) for dysphagia management• Collaborated with a SLP to lead a functional reading group for adults with aphasia• Facilitated a 4-week group program for patients with dementia and their caregivers to address ease of communication and quality of life… Show more • Assessed (ABA-2, WAB-R, Mt. Wilga, RCBA-2, BNT) and treated communication disorders in stroke, brain injury, and geriatric outpatients at Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital• Evaluated degree of swallowing impairment (VFSS, meal observations) for dysphagia management• Collaborated with a SLP to lead a functional reading group for adults with aphasia• Facilitated a 4-week group program for patients with dementia and their caregivers to address ease of communication and quality of life with an RT and SLP Show less

• Administered assessments (CELF-5, PPVT-4, SCAN-3) and treated clients in an elementary school setting with speech, language, and literacy challenges• Consulted with school professionals and parents to problem-solve regarding next steps for students in school-based team meetings and informal meetings

• Assessed preschool-age clients with a range of disabilities in individual and group sessions using formal testing (CELF-P2, SPATD-II, REEL-3), screenings (OME, hearing screenings), informal observations, and case histories from caregivers, and provided follow-up services, including direct intervention and referrals• Consistently documented and maintained an accurate record of client-related activity in an electronic database to achieve effective client-centered care

• Provided assessment (SPELT-3, ALA) and individualized treatment services to adults with aphasia, and pediatric clients with ASD, and speech/language difficulties

• Identified phonemes, phonological rules, stress patterns, and pitch contours in a technical project designed to coach English Language Learners how to produce English sentences like a native speaker of English