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Amita Verma

M.Sc., R.SLP, S-LP (C)

Registered Speech-Language Pathologist

Virtual
Daytime
Accepting New Clients

Client Focus:

Adults Children Infants Teens

Areas of Support:

Accent Modification Communication Skills Expressive Language Fluency Disorders Literacy Skills (reading/writing) Receptive Language Speech Sound Delays Stuttering

Session Fees:

$170/hour

Hello! I am a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of communication needs. My approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and individualized, with a focus on helping clients build practical skills that support communication in everyday life. I provide both assessment and intervention, and incorporate strategies that can be carried over into home, school, and community settings.

I work with pediatric and adult clients experiencing speech sound delays, challenges with receptive language (following directions, answering questions, or recognizing familiar words), expressive language (ability to communicate thoughts, needs, and ideas), and social communication (using language, non-verbal cues, and social cognition to interact with others). I can also help with literacy difficulties (reading and writing), concerns with  fluency (such as stuttering), and accent modification. I understand that it can be difficult to know when to seek support or how to navigate communication challenges, and my goal is to create a supportive and comfortable environment where clients and families feel heard, understood, and guided throughout the process.

I am committed to helping clients build confidence in their communication and develop skills that feel meaningful and functional in their daily lives. Therapy may include direct intervention, parent coaching, and individualized strategies designed to support progress outside of sessions. Together, we will identify goals and work at a pace that feels right, focusing on building a strong foundation for long-term success.

If you are looking for support with speech, language, or communication, I am here to help you better understand your needs and take the next steps with confidence.

 

Language Spoken: English

Approaches Used
Collaborative Approach (work alongside client)
Consultations and Check-In Appointments
Direct Intervention with Speech and Language Goals
Early Language Development
Group Therapy Sessions
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Informal Assessments
Parent Coaching
Speech-Language Assessments
Standardized Assessments
Strength-Based Approach

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology – University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Arts – University of British Columbia

Training in Hanen: It Takes Two to Talk

Training in Advanced Motivational Interviewing Skills

Brain Story Certification

Outside of therapy sessions, I enjoy reading, cooking, cake decorating, and spending time with my family and friends.

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