1:1 In-Home Therapy
Welcome! Irini provides a variety of comprehensive services including assessment, treatment, and case file consultations in the following practice areas:
Reading
Writing
Spelling
Consultations for case files and parent’s seeking unbiased, third-party professional opinions on next steps for their child are also available.
To get started, contact Irini to begin the intake process.
Areas of Practice
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READING
Students who have been failed by school systems or reading remediation programs are often referred to Irini. Irini understands the complex cognitive and neural pathways involved in reading to maximize reading success. Irini has completed coursework in Orton-Gillingham, Reading Simplified, Structured Word Inquiry, and more.
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SPELLING
Irini teaches spelling beyond the textbook of spelling conventions. Clients develop an understanding of the elegant and complex orthographic system of English, and realize they don’t have to memorize weekly spelling lists, only to forget them after a quiz.
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WRITING
Writing is a complex task that requires knowledge of mechanics, usage, and grammar, as well as text structure, organization, critical thinking, and creativity. It is also taxing on executive function skills. Irini works with students to bring all the pieces together to help them become successful writers.
The Process
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Intake
Irini begins with an intake call to gather the information she needs to begin assessment with your child. Over the phone, Irini will go over the assessment and therapy process, and provide you with an opportunity to ask any questions you may have. This call also helps to ensure there will be a good fit between Irini's services and the child's needs.
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Assessment
Irini will conduct an assessment to determine where a student is struggling. The assessment is tailored to the concerns expressed by parents, caregivers, or clients themselves. Irini often requests samples of work completed by the student, and asks to review report cards, IEP documents, and reports from other professionals.
After assessment, findings are reviewed with parents or caregivers and a customized therapy plan is created.
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Treatment
Literacy goals are agreed upon with caregivers prior to the start of therapy. They are formulated based on the needs and concerns raised by family, clients, or school staff. Therapy can also involve working on executive function skills required for academic success such as organization, prioritization, and planning. Frequency of sessions is jointly determined with families.
Case Consultations
Irini often has clinicians and caregivers who are seeking an unbiased, third-party review of a child’s case. During these consultations, Irini will review the child’s comprehensive medical, developmental, and social background, IEP, and history of intervention. She will problem solve regarding next steps and provide recommendations for additional testing (if indicated), therapeutic targets, and approaches. Case consultations are provided for the areas of language, literacy, and learning disabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you're curious about the therapy process, the types of services we offer, insurance coverage, or how to schedule an appointment, our FAQ section offers helpful, easy-to-understand information. If you can't find the answer you're looking for, don't hesitate to reach out to us directly—our team is happy to assist you!
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No! Irini comes to your residence or a mutually agreed upon location (e.g., library). Clients are often most comfortable in their own environments. In-home sessions also allow members of the client’s circle of care to have the opportunity to be involved.
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Treatment frequency is determined jointly by the SLP and the family. Sessions are typically weekly, but some families may opt for twice weekly sessions, especially if there are multiple therapy goals or the client is very behind in a particular skillset.
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No physician referral is necessary to access speech-language services. However, some third-party insurance companies may require a physician’s referral to cover sessions. Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Irini through the contact page or by email or phone to start the process.
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At this time, cash and e-transfer are accepted methods of payment.
Important Information
A referral by a physician is not required to access speech and language services, although some third party insurance companies do require this. Please inquire about your plan’s policy to determine if you will require a medical referral for coverage.
Payment for services is accepted in the form of cash, cheque or email money transfer following each session. A receipt for services will always be provided which can then be submitted for coverage by your insurance company.
Cancellation Policy
We require a minimum of 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment. This allows the opportunity to offer the cancelled time slot to others waiting for service. No shows will be billed for 100% of the cost of the appointment.
