Virtual Speech-Language Therapy

Is virtual speech therapy right for me?

Virtual Speech Therapy sessions can be a great option for many people who face barriers in accessing in-person sessions, or, would just rather access Speech Therapy from home! This post will explore the pros/cons to virtual sessions for both children and adults and hopefully by the end you will be able to answer the question - "is virtual speech therapy right for me?"

Is it still effective?

That's the big question... is virtual speech therapy as effective as in-person?

Luckily, many groups have studied that over the past few years as telehealth has gained popularity in a post-COVID world. A 2025 study found no differences between telehealth service delivery and face-to-face delivery, specifically for adults accessing speech therapy for aphasia, Parkinson's Disease and stuttering.

Similarly, another 2025 study found that virtual sessions offered flexibility for families accessing speech services for their children, although it sometimes came with technical difficulties, the virtual format was rated equally effective as in-person.

Virtual sessions offer a great opportunity for Parent Training Sessions and can be billed under the parent's name and insurance (if available). If your child is non-engaging the Speech Therapist will not be working directly with your child, they will be working with you! Learning strategies to support your child's language development outside of speech sessions is the most important way you can support their Speech/Language Development.

How does it work?

You will require a device with a camera and microphone (either a phone or computer will work), you will also require access to wifi. Many public libraries offer FREE access to a computer, wifi and a private meeting room!

At Beyond Speech we use Jane, a secure booking and scheduling online platform. When you book a virtual session through Jane it will also email you a link to join that session 1-hour before the session!

We offer online sessions for many different needs, including:

• Aphasia

• Stuttering

• Articulation/Accent Modification

• Gender Affirmation Voice Therapy

• Muscle Tension Dysphonia

• Voice Consultation

• Parkinson's Disease

• Chronic Cough

• Parent Consultation (Late Talkers, Language Delay, etc.)

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Virtual Speech Therapy at Beyond Speech

At Beyond Speech Therapy we offer both in-person and virtual SLP sessions, there is no cost difference between the two. You can book a virtual assessment online here.

You can book an online session from anywhere in Alberta!

We also offer a a free 15-minute consultation to speak with an SLP about your needs to determine if Speech Therapy is right for you. A consultation can also help us match your needs with a knowledgeable and passionate SLP. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you gave any questions info@beyondspeech.ca