communication is the
bridge to connection
Empower your communication goals through collaborative and functional neurorehabilitative speech therapy
Virtual Adult Speech Therapy Across Ontario
our services: functional neurological disorder • traumatic brain injury • concussion • stroke & aphasia • adult neurodivergence • cognitive communication disorders • stuttering • professional communication
our services: functional neurological disorder • traumatic brain injury • concussion • stroke & aphasia • adult neurodivergence • cognitive communication disorders • stuttering • professional communication
Cognicare Speech Therapy provides personalized, holistic speech-language therapy for stroke, brain injury, and neurodivergent adults (in Toronto and virtually across Ontario), integrating cognition, fatigue, and mood into every communication plan.
Communication goes beyond "just words," and language does not exist in a vacuum. They work together to create the bridge that connects you with others.
This bridge is what allows you to crack jokes, ace an interview, listen to a lecture, present to your colleagues, and even simply chat at the dinner table. It's also reading, be it for leisure or academic purposes, and writing that email or report that you've been putting off.
Whether you're neurodivergent, had a stroke, suffered a brain injury, or have faced new or continued difficulties with communication, our speech-language pathologists are here to help.
With training and a background in clinical speech pathology, cognitive science, and psycholinguistics, we understand that speech is just one cog in the whole of the brain. Our approach to speech therapy is holistic. We integrate factors such as fatigue, cognition, and mood into your communication profile. We incorporate foundational evidence-based therapy with your specific communicative needs across social, academic, and professional settings.
At its core, speech therapy with Cognicare is functional and personalized in nature. We bring in your daily needs, personal projects and aspirations, and we provide the vehicle through which you make them a reality.
our approach
What does the process look like?
Free Consultation
Book a 15-minute consultation to discuss your experiences and needs, and ask any questions you have about speech therapy.
This is not a formal assessment and there is no expectation to move forward with us.
assessment
Identify your specific strengths and growth areas and begin to formulate your goals for speech therapy. This includes a comprehensive interview, open dialogue, and objective testing.
Following the assessment, you will receive a written summary of the results with personal goals and a customized treatment plan, made for your life.
treatment
Virtual speech therapy delivered straight into your home, targeting your personalized goals. Therapy will be functional in nature and incorporate your daily needs and activities.
Your progress will be reviewed regularly and goals will be adjusted as needed.
functional Application
Strengthen your skills and strategies through home programming and take them into your daily life. The goal is to show up with confidence and access your communicative strategies beyond the treatment session.
We’ll implement community integration sessions to practice skills in the settings that matter most to you.
Success
As you achieve your goals, we will decrease treatment frequency to build your independence. You’ll be discharged with a personalized strategy toolkit and home program.
Consultations and follow ups are always available!
why virtual speech therapy?
We believe speech therapy should be accessible to adults across Ontario, regardless of location, schedule, mobility abilities, and any other limitations.
Online speech therapy, or telehealth, offers the convenience of receiving personalized treatment straight into your home or office and allows us to use materials relevant to your daily life, right in session! You can receive effective treatment without the commute time.
Research indicates that virtual therapy is just as effective as in-person treatment, making it a functional and accessible pathway to treatment.
With Cognicare Speech Therapy:
No downloads or software subscriptions are required! You receive a link to your digital waiting room before each session.
Therapy is optimized for telehealth, ensuring practicality and effectiveness
Save time! Scheduling is flexible, designed to reflect your busy schedule and accommodate your energy levels
Carryover outside of virtual sessions via community integration sessions
direct billing coming soon
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direct billing coming soon *
Direct billing made easy!
At Cognicare Speech Therapy, we know life gets busy fast, so we've streamlined the process to make things as simple as possible for you.
Speech language pathology services are covered under most major insurance plans. We are happy to soon be able to offer direct billing to over a dozen insurance providers. Have questions? Let us know!
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime!
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No, you don’t need a referral to start speech therapy!
Anyone can initiate speech therapy services at any time, without waiting for a referral or recommendation from another healthcare professional.
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Yes, virtual speech therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy.
Multiple research studies indicate that the results of online sessions match those of in-person sessions. What’s more, many clients even find added benefits: practicing in a familiar home environment often boosts comfort and confidence, making it easier for skills to carry over into everyday life. Virtual sessions also offer terrific flexibility, fitting around school, work, and family schedules. This flexibility creates consistency, which is a key driver of real progress.
Virtual speech therapy isn't a compromise — it's a proven, high-quality path to meaningful, lasting communication gains!
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We primarily work with adults and teens.
At Cognicare Speech Therapy, we support individuals navigating major life changes as they find their footing in an ever-changing world. Our focus is two-fold:
We help adults who've experienced loss or change due to injury or illness work through their new reality;
We support the transitional needs of teens and adults with neurodivergence as they navigate new environments — whether that's entering post-secondary, starting a new job, or simply better understanding their own communicative profile.
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No, speech-language pathology services in Ontario are not covered by OHIP.
Many benefits plans include coverage for SLP under services labeled paramedical or allied health. Please review your plan and consult with your insurance company to find out how much you are covered for Speech Language Pathology annually.
Clients without coverage can pay out of pocket, explore alternate funding, or apply to our Community Spot.
Please visit our Rates page here for more information.
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