Speech Sound & Motor Speech Therapy in Calgary
Helping children speak clearly, confidently, and comfortably - one sound at a time.
When Speech Sounds are Hard to Say
Speech sound delays and motor speech difficulties can make ti hard for children to express themselves and be understood.
You might notice your child:
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Substitute or leave out sounds
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Has unclear or inconsistent speech
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Struggles to pronounce certain words even after practice
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Becomes frustrated when others don't understand them
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At True North SLP, we help children in Calgary develop clear and confident communication through evidence-based, play-focused speech therapy.
Speech Sound Delays
A speech sound delay occurs when a child develops speech sounds in a typical manner but at a slower pace. ​
Therapy focuses on teaching correct sound production, building awareness of mouth movements, and helping children transfer their new skills into daily communication. ​
We use engaging, structured, age-appropriate activities to support lasting progress - whether your child is working on one tricky sound or many.
Motor speech disorders involve difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for speech.
Children may know what they want to say but have trouble getting teh words out clearly and consistently.
Therapy for motor speech focuses on:
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Building accurate, consistent speech movement patterns
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Repetition and motor planning practice
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Visual and tactile feedback
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Increasing the length and complexity of words and phrases
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Our sessions are tailored to your child's specific motor needs and are supported by parent coaching to make practice fun and meaningful at home.
Motor Speech Disorders
Including Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)
Our Approach
At True North SLP, we believe therapy should be fun, practical and collaborative.
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We provide:
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Play-based, evidence-driven sessions to keep children motivated
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Family involvement and carryover support between sessions
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In-home, school-based or therapy sessions in the community are available
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Ongoing assessment and progress monitoring to celebrate growth
Our goal is for your child to feel proud of their words and confident in their ability to be understood.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the difference between a speech sound delay and a motor speech disorder?
A: A speech sound delay means that your child is learning sounds at a slower pace, while a motor speech delay involves difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed for speech.
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Q2: How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?
A: If your child's speech is hard for others to understand, or if certain sounds are not developing as expected, an SLP can complete an assessment and provide guidance.
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Q3: What age should my child be saying most sounds?
A: Most children can be understood by others by the age of 4, though some later-developing sounds (like "r" and "th") may come after age 6. An SLP can help you know what's typical for your child.
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Q4: Can children outgrow a speech delay?
A: Some mild speech sound errors can resolve naturally, but therapy often helps children make faster and more consistent progress.
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Q5: What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)?
A: CAS is a motor speech disorder that affects how the brain plans movements for speech. Therapy focuses on building accurate, consistent speech patterns through repetition and cueing.
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Q6: Is speech therapy covered by insurance?
A: Most insurance plans cover speech-language therapy. We are not able to direct bill insurance but we are able to provide detailed receipts to support with reimbursement. Each insurance plan is unique and we encourage you to ask your provider what SLP coverage is available for your child.
Getting Started is Easy...
At True North SLP, we help children strengthen their speech skills so they can share their ideas clearly.
Let’s go on this journey together!
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Complete our Online Intake Form
​Share information about your child and your primary goals.
We aim to respond to your speech therapy request within 1-2 business days.
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Get connected with an SLP
Discuss with a speech therapist during a free 15-minute consultation what you hope to achieve through therapy sessions and gain insights into how we can help.
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Start Speech Therapy
Begin personalized speech therapy sessions in your home that support your child's unique communication needs.