Parent-led therapy
My passion is helping preschoolers with Autism develop early communication.
I work primarily with children aged 0-5 in Southwest Edmonton and surrounding areas.
Emerging communication
Learn the skills to support your child’s communication for the long term.
I coach parents to use each interaction as a step toward growth.
Services
Assessment
A thorough assessment guides personalized treatment planning. Together we determine treatment methods, goals, and timelines that are realistic for your family.
Treatment
Improve communication skills and support language development using visual aids and play-based activities. Help your child connect to the world around them.
How much does speech therapy cost?
Assessment:
$300 for informal assessment (1-1.5 hours + written summary)
$500 for formal speech/language assessment (1-1.5 hours + full diagnostic report that can be used to access government services such as Program Unit Funding)
Treatment:
$140 for 60 minute session
$110 for 45 minute session
If you live in Windermere, Ambleside, Glenridding Heights or Keswick, I do not charge mileage for home visits. Outside of those communities, I charge the Canada Revenue Agency recommended rate (70 cents/km) to and from your home. An hourly surcharge will be added for travel greater than 30 minutes.
Is speech therapy covered by insurance?
I direct bill to Alberta Blue Cross & Canada Life/Great West Life, so you do not have to pay for all your therapy out of pocket. Many extended health insurance providers offer some coverage for speech therapy. Check with your insurance provider to find out more. Speech therapy is also considered a tax-deducible medical expense by the Canada Revenue Agency.
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions are in the comfort of your home. Children tend to be more engaged when they are in a familiar environment, and home is the perfect setting to help parents and families learn and implement supportive strategies in their daily routines.
What is your treatment approach?
I coach parents to follow their child’s lead and incorporate the use of visuals and play into daily routines to support understanding and expression.
I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist. I do not use behavioural approaches, such as ABA therapy.
About Yasemin
I am a fully licensed member of the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists (ACSLPA) and Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC). I am certified in Hanen’s More than Words and Gestalt Language Processing from Meaningful Speech.
I hold two Master's degrees from the University of Alberta: a Master's degree in Linguistics specializing in child language development and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
I have worked with children in a variety of school and clinic settings. Before becoming a front-line health care professional, I worked in Addiction and Mental Health Research for Alberta Health Services.
