Business Details
Expert Speech Therapy & Literacy Services in Guelph
At Let’s Talk Guelph, we are a dedicated team of healthcare professionals specializing in speech-language pathology, orofacial myofunctional therapy, and literacy intervention. Founded over two decades ago by Deb McKelvey, a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience, our clinic has served children and adults with diverse communication and learning needs. Our multidisciplinary approach combines structured therapy with a child-friendly environment, ensuring personalized care tailored to each clients unique requirements. We prioritize evidence-based practices, family-centered services, and continuous professional development to deliver measurable improvements in speech, language, and academic functioning.With a team of certified experts, we offer flexible scheduling, coverage through private health plans, and comprehensive support for conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, apraxia of speech, and dyslexia. Our mission remains steadfast: to empower individuals to achieve their full communicative and academic potential through compassionate, individualized care.
Services
Speech Therapy
Language Delay Treatment
Autism Spectrum Disorder Support
Reading Remediation
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Literacy Intervention
Childhood Apraxia of Speech Care
Dysphagia Management
Augmentative Communication Support
Phonological Awareness Training
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in speech-language pathology and literacy intervention.
- Our team includes licensed professionals trained in evidence-based therapies like Hanen and PECS.
- We provide family-centered care with parent involvement in therapy sessions.
- Our structured, multisensory I Just Want to Read! program targets reading and spelling delays.
- We serve clients of all ages with conditions like autism, apraxia, and dysphagia.
Services
Speech Therapy
Our speech therapy services address articulation, phonological delays, and speech sound disorders using evidence-based techniques. Therapists work one-on-one with children and adults to improve clarity and fluency. Sessions incorporate play-based and structured activities tailored to individual needs, ensuring measurable progress in communication skills.
Literacy Intervention
The I Just Want to Read! program targets reading and spelling delays through intensive, phonologically based instruction. Multisensory methods and decodable texts help clients build phonics skills, fluency, and comprehension. Therapy is individualized to address each childs pace and cognitive strengths, with parent training for home practice.
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
This therapy corrects improper tongue and lip function through targeted exercises. It addresses issues like tongue thrust, mouth breathing, and improper swallowing, improving speech clarity and oral habits. A multidisciplinary team ensures comprehensive care for optimal chewing, swallowing, and speech outcomes.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Support
We provide tailored interventions for individuals with autism, focusing on social communication, language development, and augmentative communication tools like PECS. Therapy uses play-based and sensory-integrated approaches to enhance interaction, reduce communication barriers, and support daily functioning.
Childhood Apraxia of Speech Care
Specialized treatment for apraxia of speech includes structured verbal behavior approaches and motor planning exercises. Therapists focus on improving speech coordination and consistency through repetitive practice, multisensory feedback, and family involvement to reinforce skills at home.
People
Deb McKelvey
Founder & Speech-Language Pathologist
Deb McKelvey, founder of Let’s Talk Guelph, has over 20 years of experience in speech-language pathology. She specializes in treating communication delays, autism, and literacy challenges. Deb developed the I Just Want to Read! program and uses a structured Verbal Behavior approach to therapy.
Deveney DSouza
Speech-Language Pathologist
Deveney DSouza holds a Master of Speech Pathology Studies from the University of Queensland. She specializes in literacy, language development, and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Deveney uses evidence-based practices and family-centered care to create engaging, meaningful therapy sessions for clients.
Emily Kovach
Speech-Language Pathologist
Emily Kovach, a Guelph native, graduated with a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from McMaster University. She focuses on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), autism, and speech sound disorders, tailoring therapy to individual interests and needs.
Christina Meier
Speech-Language Pathologist
Christina Meier earned her Master of Science in Speech-Language Therapy from the University of Reading. She works with school-aged children on articulation and fluency disorders, as well as adults with communication and dysphagia needs, providing client-centered therapy.
Rene Kearney
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rene Kearney, with degrees from the University of Alberta and University of British Columbia, specializes in preschool communication needs. She uses self-regulation and play-based approaches, trained in Hanen programs, DIR, and PROMPT techniques for holistic intervention.
Questions
What services does Let’s Talk Guelph offer?
We provide speech-language therapy, orofacial myofunctional therapy, and literacy intervention for children and adults with communication delays, autism, apraxia, dyslexia, and other conditions.
Do you accept insurance coverage?
Our services are typically covered by private extended health care plans. Clients should verify coverage details with their insurance provider.
What is the I Just Want to Read! program?
This evidence-based literacy intervention offers intensive, one-on-one instruction in reading, spelling, and written output, tailored to individual needs using multisensory techniques.
How are therapy sessions structured?
Sessions are weekly, with consistent therapists. Parents attend and learn to implement daily home practice. Materials are provided, and both reading and spelling are typically targeted.
What ages do you serve?
We work with preschoolers, school-aged children, and adults, addressing speech, language, literacy, and communication needs across the lifespan.
