Natasha Richards
Kelowna, BC, Canada
Website
https://www.languagetherapy4kids.com/
Phone Number
250-258-2721
Email Address
natasha@languagetherapy4kids.com
Bio
I obtained my Masters in Speech Pathology from the University of Alberta. I have experience working for school boards and in public health helping children ages 8 months to 18 years with speech and language needs. I have had the opportunity to work closely with parents, educators and assistants to help children make progress across different settings. I have taken extra training in the area of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and in providing treatment to students with dyslexia and/or reading disabilities. I'm registered with Speech and Hearing BC and nationally with Speech-Language Audiology Canada.
Field of Practice
Speech-language Pathologist
Disorders Treated
AAC (Alternative and Augmentative Communication) – ChildArticulation of Speech/Speech Sound DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)Childhood ApraxiaDevelopmental DelayLanguage Delay/DisorderLanguage-Based Learning DifficultiesMotor Speech DisorderPragmatic Language/Social Communication Disorder or DifficultyStuttering/Fluency of Speech DisorderWritten Language Disorders (Reading, Writing)
Taking New Clients
Yes
Age Groups Treated
6 to 19 yearsLess than 6 years
On RASP list
no
Languages Spoken
english
Will Travel / Distance
Yes - up to Will travel throughout the Okanagan for treatment
Specialties / Services Provided
I provide assessments and reports for third parties where needed. Treatment is available in-person, online and in groups. I love it when the whole family gets involved! I have experience providing parent training so parents know how to help their child. I also have experience providing professional development to educators and educational assistants. I have helped countless students who struggled to make progress in reading at school or with private tutors. I love seeing these student grow in their skills and their joy of reading. I have taken extra training from leaders in the field of Childhood Apraxia of Speech which has been instrumental in helping clients make progress in therapy.
Provides Teletherapy?
Yes