Andrea Rezendes
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I graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Linguistics (2017) and a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology (2019). I discovered my passion for this profession by combining linguistics with helping others.

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Since 2021, I have been working in private practice, focused on children and collaborating closely with families, schools, and daycare centers. To better meet the growing needs, I built a team of speech-language pathologists who share my values, providing warm, personalized, and evidence-based care.

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Bilingual in French and English, I work with children and adolescents with a variety of language, communication, and learning challenges, including developmental language disorder (DLD), articulation disorders, dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), intellectual disabilities, AAC/augmentative communication, atypical swallowing, and more.

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Fun fact: I’m a mom of two energetic young boys and an animal lover!

It was during my Bachelor’s in Psychology that I discovered my interest in speech-language pathology, through a course on child language development and my experience at a summer camp with a child with autism. Speech-language pathology brings together my passions and strengths: helping others, clinical reasoning, creativity, versatility, and the joy of play.

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During my Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, I gained experience in various settings: community health centers, hospitals, schools, and rehabilitation centers, and I participated in a research project on technological tools to support struggling readers.

I then worked in a rehabilitation center with children aged 4 to 8, developing my skills with children presenting developmental language disorder (DLD) or speech sound disorders (SSD).

 

Today, I specialize in working with preschool and school-aged children with oral or written language difficulties, as well as speech sound disorders (in French).

My name is Hafsa, and I am a speech-language pathologist, graduated with a professional Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the Université de Montréal. I also hold a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a certificate in Early Childhood, which fueled my interest in children’s overall development.

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Before my Master’s, I worked as a language stimulation assistant, an experience that confirmed my passion for working with preschoolers. I love playing, laughing, exploring, and building connections with young children!

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During my placements, I worked with children, adolescents, and adults in schools and hospitals, developing a kind, playful, and individualized approach. Trilingual in French, English, and Arabic, I can adapt my interventions to children from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Since my studies in Nursing at the Université de Montréal, I have been passionate about professions that combine science and helping others. This passion led me to pursue a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Ottawa.

 

During my training, I worked in a variety of settings—hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, and private practice—supporting a diverse clientele, from preschool children to adults, including children with developmental language disorder (DLD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or complex communication needs (AAC).

 

Bilingual in French and English, I provide personalized and playful services to children and their families, aiming to make each intervention both enjoyable and effective.

I hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the Université de Montréal and initially worked for several years as a respiratory therapist before transitioning to speech-language pathology. This experience gave me a strong understanding of the medical field, particularly the respiratory system, which is especially valuable in my work with orofacial-myofunctional disorders (OMD) and their links to breathing, swallowing, and conditions like sleep apnea.

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My career has allowed me to work in a variety of settings with clients of all ages. Curious and dedicated, I continually pursue professional development to provide accurate, up-to-date, and tailored interventions.

 

With humor and compassion, I strive to offer care where every individual feels supported and understood.

I have always been driven by a desire to help others and build meaningful relationships. Speech-language pathology quickly became the ideal choice, offering a meaningful way to support individuals and their families.

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During my Master’s, I gained experience in a variety of settings with a diverse clientele, including adults in hospitals as well as toddlers, children, and adolescents in schools and private clinics. These experiences allowed me to develop a broad set of skills to work with people of all ages.

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I primarily work with children presenting speech sound disorders and oral and/or written language disorders. I provide services in both English and French.

 

I am committed to creating a supportive and caring environment where we can work together to achieve your goals.

As four-legged members of our team, our two guinea pigs play a valuable role in certain therapy sessions. Calm, gentle, and much loved by children, they help create a reassuring and motivating environment. Their presence supports engagement, communication, emotional regulation, and the enjoyment of participating in therapeutic activities, always with respect for animal welfare and clinical goals.

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Lex (beige and white) is the calmer of the two. Gentle and easygoing, he loves snacks and enjoys quiet moments, making him an excellent companion for promoting calm and relaxation.

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Lingo (black, white, and beige) is our energetic little one! More expressive, he isn’t shy about making himself heard—especially at mealtime! His lively and amusing personality brings a dynamic touch and often sparks wonderful moments of spontaneous communication.