Mary McKenna
Comox, BC, CanadaCourtenay, BC, Canada
Website
http://www.EarlyStartCanada.com
Email Address
Bio
Mary is a speech-language pathologist with over 30 years of experience working with young children and their families. She is a certified therapist and trainer in the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), an early intervention approach to support the development of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). She works directly with children, families, caregivers and provides parent coaching.
Field of Practice
Speech-language Pathologist
Disorders Treated
AAC (Alternative and Augmentative Communication) – ChildApraxia/DyspraxiaArticulation of Speech/Speech Sound DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)Cognitive Skills/Executive FunctioningDevelopmental DelayHearing Loss or Impairment – ChildLanguage Delay/DisorderMotor Speech DisorderNonverbal Language DisorderPragmatic Language/Social Communication Disorder or DifficultyStuttering/Fluency of Speech DisorderChildhood Apraxia
Taking New Clients
no
Age Groups Treated
Less than 6 years6 to 19 years
On RASP list
Yes
Languages Spoken
english
Will Travel / Distance
Yes - up to 60 km
Specialties / Services Provided
Early intervention services for children needing support in developing speech-language skills. I have extensive experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders and their families. I am trained in the Lidcombe program for young children who stutter.
Provides Teletherapy?
Yes
Other Professional Practice / Service Information
I am also a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst