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Speech-Language Pathology Services for Children and Adults in Burlington
Reviewed by Nurit Nadler, R.SLP — Registered Speech-Language Pathologist in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). Last reviewed March 2026.
At Pillars of Wellness in Burlington, our registered speech language pathologists and speech therapists provide personalized speech therapy services for children, teens, and adults. We offer in-person sessions at our Burlington clinic and virtual appointments across Ontario. No referral is needed — we are accepting new clients now.
Our speech therapy services cover a wide range of communication, speech, language, voice, and dysphagia concerns. We provide speech language pathology services for children, teens, and adults — all under one roof at our Burlington clinic.
Why Families Choose Our
Burlington Speech Therapy Clinic
- 5 Personalized one-on-one assessments
- 5 Speech therapy for children, teens, and adults
- 5 Support for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders
- 5 Treatment social communication challenges & stuttering
- 5Neurological rehabilitation for stroke, concussion, Parkinson's disease, and brain injury
- 5 Virtual speech therapy available across Ontario
Pediatric Speech Therapy in Burlington
Our pediatric speech-language pathologist, Nurit Nadler, R.SLP, works with pediatric patients from infancy through adolescence. Nurit takes a play-based, child-centered approach — building trust with young clients and supporting families with practical strategies they can use at home.
Speech therapy for children in Burlington is available in person at our clinic and virtually.
Conditions Nurit supports include:
Speech delay and language delay
Speech delay therapy helps young clients catch up by targeting the specific sounds, words, or language structures they are finding hard. Children with autism spectrum disorder often benefit from early intervention through speech therapy to support communication development. Early intervention leads to better outcomes — and we can usually see new clients within two weeks.
Learn more about our language delay and disorder therapy.
Articulation and phonology
Articulation therapy and treatment for phonological disorders help young people overcome speech challenges, produce sounds clearly, and build confidence in everyday conversation. If your child is hard to understand, leaves sound off words, or substitutes one sound for another, an SLP can assess what is happening and provide targeted therapy.
Apraxia of speech
Childhood apraxia of speech is a motor speech disorder where the brain has difficulty coordinating the movements needed for clear speech. It requires specialized, frequent therapy. Nurit has experience working with young clients with apraxia and develops highly structured programs tailored to each child’s needs.
Learn more about our apraxia of speech treatment.
Stuttering
Stuttering in children can affect confidence and willingness to talk. Early intervention gives the best results. Speech therapy for stuttering focuses on fluency strategies, reducing tension, and helping young clients communicate freely and without fear.
Literacy challenges
Reading, writing, and spelling challenges are often connected to underlying language and phonological processing difficulties. Our SLP works with young people to build the foundational language skills that support literacy — working closely with families and schools where helpful.
Learn more about our reading, writing, and literacy therapy.
Voice and resonance
Voice disorders in children — including vocal strain, vocal nodules, hoarseness, or resonance differences — can affect daily communication. Voice treatment addresses these voice disorders and helps young clients develop healthy vocal habits.
Adult Speech Therapy in Burlington
Our adult speech-language pathologist, Alana Clayton, R.SLP, specializes in acquired communication and dysphagia disorders in adults. Alana works with individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, and progressive diseases — delivering evidence-based therapy at our Burlington clinic and virtually across Ontario.
Conditions Alana supports include:
Dysarthria
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder caused by weakness or poor coordination of the muscles used for speaking. It often follows stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, or multiple sclerosis. Dysarthria treatment focuses on improving speech clarity, breath support, and rate of speech so communication is easier and more effective.
Learn more about our dysarthria treatment in Burlington.
Aphasia
Aphasia is a language disorder that affects the ability to communicate verbally, understand, read, or write — most commonly following a stroke or brain injury. Aphasia treatment helps people regain as much language function as possible and find effective ways to communicate in daily life.
Acquired apraxia of speech
Unlike childhood apraxia, acquired apraxia develops after brain damage in adults — typically from stroke or traumatic brain injury. It affects the ability to plan and sequence the muscle movements needed for speech. Intensive, targeted treatment can help many people regain speech function over time.
Traumatic brain injury and cognitive communication
A traumatic brain injury can affect attention, memory, organization, and social communication — not just speech. Cognitive communication therapy helps people with TBI rebuild the skills needed for work, relationships, and daily life. Alana develops structured, goal-based programs tailored to each client’s situation and recovery stage.
Learn more about our speech therapy for brain injury.
Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties)
Dysphagia — difficulty swallowing — can develop after stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, or head and neck cancer. Left untreated, dysphagia can lead to serious complications. Our SLP provides swallowing assessment and targeted therapy to help people eat and drink safely and confidently.
Learn more about our dysphagia and swallowing therapy.
Parkinson’s disease — SPEAK OUT® program
Alana Clayton is a certified SPEAK OUT® provider. SPEAK OUT® is an evidence-based speech therapy program developed specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease. It targets the voice and speech changes that Parkinson’s causes — helping patients communicate with intention, maintain volume, and stay connected with those around them.
Learn more about our speech therapy for Parkinson’s disease.
Meet Your Speech-Language Pathologists in Burlington
Our team includes two registered speech-language pathologists — one dedicated to pediatric care and one specializing in adults. You will be matched with the right therapist based on your needs before your first speech therapy session.
Nurit Nadler
With over 20 years of experience, Nurit can treat both children and adults for language delay, literacy issues and acquired neurological impairments including aphasia, dysarthria, acquired apraxia, traumatic brain injury, cognitive-communication deficits, and concussion.
Alana Clayton
Alana has more than 10 years of experience working across the continuum of care (critical care, acute medicine, inpatient rehabilitation, and complex continuing care) as well as in outpatient neuro-rehabilitation and dysphagia clinics.
Nurit Nadler, R.SLP — Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
Nurit works with children and adolescents experiencing speech delay, language delay, articulation difficulties, apraxia of speech, stuttering, literacy challenges, and voice and resonance concerns. She takes a play-based, child-centered approach and works closely with families to support communication development at home and at school. View Nurit’s full profile.
Alana Clayton, R.SLP — Adult Speech-Language Pathologist | Certified SPEAK OUT® Provider
Alana specializes in acquired communication and dysphagia disorders in adults — including dysarthria, aphasia, acquired apraxia of speech, traumatic brain injury, cognitive communication deficits, and Parkinson’s disease. As a certified SPEAK OUT® provider, Alana delivers specialized voice and speech therapy for people living with Parkinson’s. View Alana’s full profile.
Both Nurit and Alana are members of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) and hold registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).
What to Expect at Your First Speech Therapy Appointment
We offer a free 15-minute consultation before your first speech therapy session — a low-pressure visit to start building understanding of your goals. This helps us prepare before therapy sessions begin. At your first full appointment, your speech-language pathologist will assess:
Attention, listening, and comprehension
Understanding and use of language
Speech clarity and production
Reading, writing, and literacy skills where relevant
Play skills and social communication (for children)
Swallowing function where relevant (for adults)
Every client receives a personalized treatment plan built around their specific goals. For example, your SLP will identify the techniques best suited to your situation and outline what a complete course of therapy might look like.
Why Choose Pillars of Wellness for Speech Therapy in Burlington
Our speech therapy services are delivered by registered speech language pathologists who tailor individualized treatment plans to each client’s communication needs.
- Two specialist SLPs: one dedicated to pediatric speech language pathology (Nurit Nadler, R.SLP) and one specializing in adult acquired communication disorders and dysphagia (Alana Clayton, R.SLP). Both are registered speech language pathologists with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario. You are matched with the right therapist from the start
- Certified SPEAK OUT® provider: Alana is a certified SPEAK OUT® provider for Parkinson’s disease — a specialized program not widely available in Burlington
- Integrated care under one roof: our SLPs work alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals including naturopathic doctors. If your communication challenges are connected to a neurological condition or physical injury, coordinated care is available without referrals to outside clinics
- In-person and virtual: sessions available at our Burlington clinic and online across Ontario. Evening and weekend appointments available
- Fast access: no referral needed. We can usually see new clients within two weeks
Before Your Visit
Frequently Asked Questions About Speech Therapy in Burlington
How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
If your child is showing early signs of a speech or language delay — or is not meeting communication milestones for their age — an assessment is a good first step. Early support for language development leads to better outcomes. Our SLP can assess your child and give you a clear picture of where they are and what treatment would help most.
What can I do at home to help my child’s speech development?
Follow your child’s lead in play and conversation. Comment on what is happening around you rather than asking lots of questions. Praise any attempt to communicate — gestures, pointing, and sounds all count. Take turns when talking and avoid speaking too fast. Your SLP will give you specific strategies tailored to your child’s current level. Parents play an important role in reinforcing communication skills between therapy sessions.
Do you offer speech therapy for adults in Burlington?
Yes. Alana Clayton, R.SLP leads our adult speech language pathology services at our Burlington clinic and virtually across Ontario. Alana specializes in acquired communication disorders, dysphagia, dysarthria, aphasia, traumatic brain injury, and Parkinson’s disease.
What is dysarthria and can speech therapy help?
Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder where the muscles used for speaking are weak or poorly coordinated — often caused by stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, or multiple sclerosis. Speech therapy for dysarthria helps improve speech clarity, volume, and rate of speech. Many people see meaningful improvement with consistent therapy. Our dysarthria treatment page has more detail on what to expect.
Do you treat learning disabilities and reading challenges?
Yes. Reading, writing, and spelling challenges are often connected to underlying language or phonological processing difficulties that an SLP can assess and address. Our pediatric SLP, Nurit Nadler, works with young clients who have literacy challenges, language-based learning disabilities, and related concerns. Learn more on our reading, writing, and literacy page.
Is there speech therapy available for Parkinson’s disease in Burlington?
Yes. Alana Clayton, R.SLP is a certified SPEAK OUT® provider — an evidence-based speech therapy program specifically designed for people with Parkinson’s disease. SPEAK OUT® is one of the most effective approaches available for maintaining voice and communication in Parkinson’s. Sessions are available in person at our Burlington clinic and virtually.
What is swallowing assessment?
A swallowing assessment at Pillars of Wellness is a comprehensive evaluation completed by a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess the safety and efficiency of a client’s swallowing function. This may include a detailed clinical interview, review of medical history, assessment of oral motor function, and observation of swallowing across various food and fluid consistencies, as appropriate.
The assessment is guided by evidence-informed practice and aims to identify any risks related to swallowing (e.g., aspiration), as well as factors impacting nutrition, hydration, and overall function.
Recommendations may include strategies, exercises, dietary modifications, or referrals for further investigation if indicated. A written summary report outlining assessment findings and recommendations is provided following the appointment.
How long does speech therapy take?
This depends on many factors — the type and severity of the communication challenge, how well the client is able to express themselves at the start of therapy, and how consistently strategies are practiced between sessions. Most children benefit from one to two therapy sessions per week. With the right support, most people thrive. Your SLP will give you an honest timeline after the initial assessment and check in with you regularly.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We can usually see new clients within two weeks, sometimes sooner. No referral is needed. Call us or book online to get started.
Transparent Speech Therapy Pricing in Burlington – Personalized Communication Support
We believe speech therapy should feel clear, supportive, and easy to access from the start. Our pricing is transparent, with no hidden fees—so you can focus on improving communication, speech clarity, and confidence.
Direct billing available
Consultation (15 min) = Free
Speech Therapy Assessment (60 min) = $162
Swallowing assessment = $204
Payment Options
Auto Insurance
If you have an illness or injury from a motor vehicle accident, health services may be covered under your auto insurance plan.
Extended HEalth Benefits
If you are receiving long-term disability income from an insurance program, your program may cover various health services, or you might have a work benefits package which covers a portion of the health services.
Private Services
At Pillars of Wellness we offer competitive rates within the standards of our regulatory colleges. We accept payment through cash, credit or debit. Please contact us for more details related to service fees.
