Speech & Language Pathology in Riverside South, Ottawa
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Why Ottawa parents choose Vitality Kids SLP
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Helping Kids Find Their Voice
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathology, designed around your child
At Vitality Kids in Riverside South, our Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) assess, diagnose, and treat the full range of childhood communication concerns — from a toddler who isn't talking yet, to a school-aged child mixing up sounds and letters when they read.
We use evidence-based, play-based approaches matched to your child's age, profile, and goals. Whether you suspect a delay, are following up on a daycare or school referral, or just want a second opinion, we're here to help — with no referral required.
Communication is connection
Speech and language are how your child connects with their world — with you, with friends, with school, with themselves. When something feels off, early support changes outcomes.
Movement & Milestone Checklists
Vitality Kids Family Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre
What We Treat
Childhood Speech & Language Concerns We Address
Articulation & Phonological Disorders
Speech sound disorders
SIGNS YOU MAY NOTICE
- Trouble saying certain sounds or words
- Can’t say their “s” or “l” sound
- Hard for others to understand them
- Substitutes, drops, or distorts sounds
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
SIGNS YOU MAY NOTICE
- Difficulty planning the movements for speech
- Inconsistent errors on the same word
- Groping or struggling to start sounds
- An existing CAS diagnosis from a specialist
Expressive & Receptive Language Delays
SIGNS YOU MAY NOTICE
- Not yet putting words together
- Only uses a small handful of words (e.g., 15)
- Not making sentences for their age
- Doesn’t seem to understand what you say
- Not yet speaking
Parent Training & Coaching
- Stimulate your preschooler’s language at home
- Learn Hanen-style strategies
- Be coached during real play & routines
- Make every interaction a language opportunity
Phonological Awareness
SIGNS YOU MAY NOTICE
- Mixes up sounds and letters
- Can’t count syllables
- Difficulty learning letters
- Difficulty sounding out words
- Slow to begin reading
Selective Mutism
SIGNS YOU MAY NOTICE
- Only speaks with certain people
- Doesn’t speak at school
- Doesn’t speak in specific situations
- Only whispers with strangers
Reading & Writing Difficulties
- Trouble learning to read or write
- Struggles to sound out letters and words
- Doesn’t understand what they read
- Trouble with spelling
Why Ottawa Parents Choose Us
Pediatric SLP care, the way it should be
Registered SLPs
Play-based therapy
Family-centred plans
Direct billing
How It Works
Our Approach to Speech & Language Therapy
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Initial Assessment
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Personalized Plan
Play-Based Therapy
Home Carryover
Care for Every Stage
From First Words to Fluent Readers
Infants & Toddlers (0–3)
Preschoolers (3–5)
School-Age (6–12)
Tweens & Teens (13+)
Heard From Ottawa Families
Serving Ottawa & Surrounding Communities
Speech-Language Pathology Across Ottawa
- Ottawa location
- Parking
- Transit
- Insurers we direct-bill
Meet Our Pediatric Speech & Language Pathologist
Elaine Down
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Speech & Language Pathologist
Serving Ottawa & Surrounding Communities
Speech-Language Pathology FAQs
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Physiotherapy?
Do I need a referral for Speech-Language Pathology in Ontario?
What ages do you treat?
The timeframe for seeing results can vary depending on your child’s condition and the goals of the therapy. Some children may start to show improvements within a few sessions, while others may require more time. Our therapists will keep you informed of your child’s progress throughout the treatment plan.
We work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Treatment approach is tailored to each developmental stage — from early language stimulation for late talkers to literacy support for school-aged children.
The timeframe for seeing results can vary depending on your child’s condition and the goals of the therapy. Some children may start to show improvements within a few sessions, while others may require more time. Our therapists will keep you informed of your child’s progress throughout the treatment plan.
How long are speech therapy sessions?
Do you direct bill insurance for speech therapy?
How soon will we see progress?
Ready to help your child find their voice?
Book a Speech-Language Pathology assessment at Vitality Kids in Riverside South, Ottawa. No referral required, direct billing available, and a friendly team ready to guide your family forward.
Visit Us
Vitality Kids — Riverside South, Ottawa
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Vitality Kids Family Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre
Address
Earl Armstrong Plaza
160 Blanca Street, Unit 9
Gloucester, ON K1V 2V6
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Parking & Transit
Free on-site parking at Earl Armstrong Plaza. Accessible by OC Transpo bus routes serving Riverside South and Findlay Creek.
Areas We Serve
Riverside South, Findlay Creek, Barrhaven, Manotick, Greely, and surrounding south Ottawa communities.
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Locations
Vitality Kids
Earl Armstrong Plaza- 160 Blanca Street, Unit 9
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