Christina is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with and without exceptionalities. She centres her practice around a child-centred approach - following the child’s lead and prioritizing the relationships she builds with them above all else, understanding that communication and willingness to do so starts with comfort.

Christina strives to find and highlight the voice in every child she works with, encouraging any and all modes of communication and fostering those that best suit them. She creates a therapy environment that is understanding, motivating, and a safe space for her clients to express themselves, whether that be verbally, gesturally, or through an augmentative communication device.

Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus

Christina supports children and young adults with:

• Developmental delays affecting speech, language, play, and early learning skills

• Speech sound disorders, including articulation, that impact clarity and intelligibility

• Motor speech disorders, such as childhood apraxia of speech and dysarthria, including those related to cerebral palsy or neurological differences

• Rare genetic and chromosomal conditions

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, such as learning to use or becoming proficient in various systems

• Neurodivergent diagnoses working on communication, social interaction, and self-advocacy

• Complex communication needs involving multiple diagnoses, medical conditions, or sensory-motor challenges

Training & Certifications

Christina is passionate about being a lifelong learner and continuing to further her knowledge to deliver the best possible care and counselling to her clients. She intends to expand her training in:

• Paediatric dysphagia

• Neurodiversity-affirming practices

• Parent coaching and caregiver education

• Motor speech intervention