Kristine Couzens
Qualicum Beach, BC, Canada
Website
https://www.colib.io/Practice/qualicum-speech
Phone Number
(236) 517-5747
Email Address
Bio
Field of Practice
Speech-language Pathologist
Disorders Treated
Alzheimer’s DiseaseAphasiaApraxia/DyspraxiaArticulation of Speech/Speech Sound DisorderCognitive Skills/Executive FunctioningDysarthriaDementiaDysphagia/Swallowing Disorder or DifficultyLanguage-Based Learning DifficultiesStroke – AdultParkinson’sTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Taking New Clients
Yes
Age Groups Treated
19+ years6 to 19 years
On RASP list
no
Languages Spoken
english, french
Will Travel / Distance
Yes - up to 15 km
Specialties / Services Provided
I provide in-person SLP services in the Oceanside area of Vancouver Island, including Qualicum Beach, Parksville, Coombs, Errington, and surrounding communities. I specialize in treating adults, in particular speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties following stroke. But I also enjoy treating individuals experiencing all kinds of communication and language-related difficulties - brain injury, Parkinson's, pediatric articulation, language and literacy, dementia, and more! My favourite part of this job is working with families and caregivers to figure out how best to support effective communication in your day-to-day with a goal of improving overall Quality of Life.
Provides Teletherapy?
no
Other Professional Practice / Service Information
My philosophy as an SLP is centered on Quality of Life, particularly when it comes to communication treatment. Whether it is for stroke recovery, return to work, or managing a neurodegenerative disease, therapy activities and treatment plans should go beyond drills and repetitive exercises. Speech therapy for the adult population should help people stay connected, feel understood, and participate fully in the relationships and activities that matter most to them. Involving caregivers and family members is a big part of this, since they are key partners in treatment and recovery.