Jill Northwood She/Her/Hers
MSc, R.SLP Speech-Language Pathologist in Calgary

Founder of True North SLP 

Helping children communicate with confidence, connection, and joy.

Meet Jill

Hi, I’m Jill — a registered Speech-Language Pathologist based in Calgary and the founder of True North SLP. For over a decade, I’ve supported children with a range of speech, language, and literacy needs in homes, schools, and community settings.My passion lies in helping children find their voice — whether that means saying their first words, improving speech clarity, or learning to organize language for reading and writing success. I believe every child deserves to be understood and to feel confident expressing who they are.

Experience & Approach

With more than 10 years of experience in early intervention, preschool, and school-age support, I focus on practical, evidence-based strategies that fit into family life.

My approach is:

Playful and engaging – Children learn best when therapy feels like fun.
Collaborative – Parents and caregivers are the most powerful partners in progress.
Functional and natural – Skills are built through real-life communication and meaningful activities.

I have extensive training in:

Speech sound and motor speech disorders (including apraxia)
Early language development and late talkers
Structured literacy and reading support
Executive functioning and language organization
School-based communication programming

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Education & Credentials

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology – University of Alberta
Registered Member – Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA) and Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC)
Certified in evidence-based literacy and executive functioning approaches
Ongoing professional learning in motor speech, phonological awareness, and early language development

Why Families Choose True North SLP

At True North SLP, we understand that therapy is more than just a session — it’s a partnership. Our goal is to make communication growth feel natural, achievable, and empowering for every child and family.Therapy can take place in-home, at school, or online across Calgary, ensuring comfort and consistency.

FAQ: About Jill and Her Work

Q1: What ages do you support? 

A: I work with toddlers through school-aged children (typically ages 2–18), adapting therapy to their developmental stage and goals.

Q2: Do you specialize in a particular area? 

A: Yes — I have specialized training in speech sound disorders, early language development, and structured literacy. I also support children with executive functioning and ADHD-related communication challenges.

Q3: Do you provide in-home therapy in Calgary? 

A: Yes, I offer in-home and school-based sessions across Calgary, primarily in the SW and NW. This setting helps children feel comfortable and allows for natural learning.

Q4: Can parents participate in sessions? 

A: Absolutely. I encourage family involvement so strategies can be easily carried over into daily routines.

Every child deserves to feel heard, understood, and confident when communicating.

I’d love to connect and explore how I can help your child thrive.