AAC AND LITERACY OTTAWA

A private speech-language pathology practice dedicated to providing high-quality intervention in order to help children, youth and young adults with special needs achieve their literacy and communication potential.

AAC

Refers to “augmentative and alternative communication” which encompasses a variety of techniques and tools (ie. picture communication boards, line drawings, speech-generating devices/SGDs, tangible objects, manual signs, gestures, and finger spelling) to help individuals with little or no verbal speech express thoughts, wants and needs, feelings, and ideas. (Asha Practice Portal)

JOCELYN BARDEN-UNDERHILL, M.S. CCC
SPEECH-LANGAUGE PATHOLOGIST, REG. CASLPO

• over 30 years of clinical experience serving clients with complex communication needs (ie. cerebral palsy, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, etc.)
• has worked extensively in the field of AAC for many years
• knowledgeable about a broad range of AAC strategies, light/low tech options, and high tech speech generating devices (including ipad/apps)
• has a deep appreciation of the need for change and flexibility of systems across time, and practical solutions for everyday life
• is passionate about literacy and helping individuals move towards their full potential

Jocelyn is a registered member of the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO); a member of the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC); a member of the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA); and an Indivdual Authorizer (IA) with the Ontario Assistive Devices Program (ADP).