Neurological Conditions.
Communication problems may be caused by neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. Adults may experience changes to voice, fatigue, difficulty finding words, or difficulty processing the words they hear.
Communication changes
Neurological conditions can affect speech, language, voice, cognition, and the energy it takes to communicate. Therapy begins by understanding what has changed and what matters most in daily communication.
Motor speech
Motor speech disorders can result from neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, or stroke, and can significantly affect speech clarity, intelligibility, and communication confidence.
Symptoms can look different for each person.
Some people notice voice changes first. Others notice fatigue, speech clarity, word-finding, or processing challenges. We tailor assessment and therapy around the communication changes that are affecting your life.
- Changes to voice quality, volume, or endurance.
- Fatigue that affects communication.
- Difficulty finding words.
- Difficulty processing the words you hear.
- Reduced speech clarity or intelligibility.
- Changes in communication confidence or participation.
Specialized care for neurological change.
Our clinic offers specialized assessment and treatment services to help adults with neurological communication changes improve speech clarity, intelligibility, and overall communication abilities.
Assessment and treatment
Care is individualized and practical. We work with clients and families to develop meaningful goals that support communication at home, work, appointments, and in the community.
Therapy may focus on
- Motor speech assessment and therapy.
- Speech clarity and intelligibility strategies.
- Voice support for neurological voice changes.
- Word-finding and language strategies.
- Communication tools for home, work, and community life.
- Goal-setting with the client and their support system.
Join the Onyx family.
Adult in-person services are available across the GTA, York Region, and Simcoe County. Virtual care is available across Ontario.