Tania Thomas, B.A., M.Sc., CCC-SLP, Registered SK. Owner/Director
I am a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with the Saskatchewan Association of Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists (SASLPA). I’m also a licensed member of the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC), providing Speech and Language Services in Regina. I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Psychology and Linguistics through the University of Regina after that I received my Masters of Science Degree in Communication Disorders from Minot State University. As well I also maintain my Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) through the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA).
My 18+ years of work experience in both the school and health settings has afforded me the opportunity to work with a wide range of communication disorders with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school age children. Above all, I strongly believe in remaining current in recent research and techniques. Some of my additional training includes Hanen programs (It Takes Two to Talk, Learning Language and Loving It, ABC and Beyond), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Make the Connection, and SOS Approach to Feeding – to name just a few.
Being a mother of two children, I know the importance of providing family-centered care and I am very passionate about this concept in my work and look to showcase this in providing Speech and Language Services in Regina. As a child’s communication is an integral part of how they connect with others and the world around them, similarly, I strive to provide client-centered care working towards BUILDING a child’s speech and language skills.
Dr. Lynn Loutzenhiser, R.D. Psych, Registered SK
Dr. Lynn Loutzenhiser holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan. She completed her pre-doctoral residency training in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island in 2000 and has been working with children and families in Saskatchewan ever since. Clinically, Dr. Loutzenhiser provides psychological assessment services to families with children experiencing developmental and/or mental health concerns. She also teaches and trains MA and PhD students through the University of Regina Clinical Psychology Program.
Terryann McCurry, M.S., CCC-SLP (C), Registered SK
Terryann McCurry is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with the Saskatchewan Association of Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists (SASLPA). She is also a member of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) and maintains her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) through the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Terryann received her Undergrad Degree from the University of British Columbia and her Masters of Science Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of North Dakota.
Terryann brings with her to Speech Language Builders 25 years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist. For the majority of her career, she has provided services to the infant, toddler and preschool populations. Terryann has provided child specific and inclusion supports to Early Learning Environments through consultations with Day Care and Preschool settings. Throughout those 23 years comes extensive knowledge and experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In addition, Terryann has additional training in the Hanen programs (It Takes Two to Talk, Learning Language and Loving It, ABC and Beyond) and is a Master Trainer for the Make the Connection Program.
Anastasia Halipchak, M.A. CCC-S-LP(C), Registered SK
Anastasia Halipchak is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with the Saskatchewan Association of Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists (SASLPA) and a licensed member of the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC). She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Psychology through the University of Regina and Masters of Science Degree in Communication Disorders from the University of South Dakota. Anastasia also maintains a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) through the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA).
Anastasia has 29 years of experience with twenty four of those years working in a rural education system. Three of those years included working at the Ministry of Education. Anastasia’s experience includes working with preschool to high school aged students to support the communication skills of students across different age levels. Through her experiences, she has worked collaboratively with families and school based teams to focus on further developing student’s communication skills for success in learning and life.
Anastasia continues to remain current in her practice by following evidence based practices. Some of the additional training she has completed includes Hanen programs (It Takes Two to Talk, Learning Language and Loving It, ABC and Beyond), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
Vanessa Grimstad, MS.C. SLP, Registered SK
Vanessa is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with the Saskatchewan Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (SASLPA). Vanessa began her post-secondary education at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) in Calgary where she obtained her Nutrition for Healthy Lifestyles Certificate. She then headed to Minot State University where she earned a Bachelors of Science in Communication Disorders with a Minor in Deaf and Hard of Hearing and a Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. Vanessa brings experience in both private practice and education settings serving clients of all ages. Some of her additional training includes Gestalt Language Processing, Echolalia, and Natural Language Acquisition. Her passion and desire to help others is seen every day through the energy she brings to each session and her ability to connect with clients of all ages.
Janae Malcolm, MS.C. SLP, Registered SK
Janae began her post-secondary education at Briercrest College and Seminary in Caronport where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She then headed to Minot State University where she earned a Bachelors of arts in Communication Disorders and a Masters of Science in Communication Disorders; Speech-Language Pathology. Janae is a recent graduate that brings energy, creativity, and excitement. She believes in the importance of supporting her clients to have confidence in their own abilities, and strives to help them achieve independence with their communication.
Leanne Sudom, M.S., CCC-SLP (C), Registered SK
Leanne Sudom is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with the Saskatchewan Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists and is a certified member of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) and the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Leanne received her Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at Minot State University.
Leanne brings over 30 years experience in speech-language pathology in the education setting both in direct speech-language pathology intervention and assessment and in supporting programming for students with differing abilities and needs. She believes in inclusion and working with families to support their children. Leanne was the proud recipient of the Rick Hansen Foundation Difference Maker for Saskatchewan in 2021.
Chamique Abraham, MS.C. SLP, Provisional
Chamique is a provisionally registered Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Speech Language Pathologists & Audiologists of Saskatchewan (CSASK) and a recent graduate of Dalhousie University’s Speech-Language Pathology Program. Her clinical experiences primarily focus on pediatric populations, particularly preschool and school-aged children. She is passionate about supporting individuals with emerging language and language delays, articulation and phonological challenges, apraxia of speech, and alternative communication needs. Embracing neurodiversity is at the core of her practice, along with promoting cultural and linguistic diversity. Chamique firmly believes in celebrating the unique strengths and perspectives of individuals with diverse communication profiles and tailors interventions to honor each person’s communication and developmental style.
Sandy Laturnas, M.S., SLP, Registered SK
Sandy is a licensed Speech Language Pathologist with the College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists of Saskatchewan (CSASK) and a licensed member of Speech Language & Audiology Canada (SAC). She received both her Bachelors of Science degree in Communication Disorders and her Masters of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Minot State University.
Sandy has 21 years of experience working in both schools and private practice. Her experience includes working with preschool to high school aged students supporting speech, language, literacy, and communication skills. Sandy has a special interest in working with children on articulation, phonological processing, motor speech, language, and/or building early literacy skills. She has worked with families and multidisciplinary teams and believes in collaboration. Sandy believes in the importance of building relationships with the families she serves.
Did you know!?
Speech & Language Builders is an approved service provider for Blue Cross, Canada Life, Manulife, RBC, and Sunlife. We provide receipts for all our services with our Saskatchewan registration numbers printed on them to qualify for insurance reimbursement. Many insurance providers offer coverage for private speech and language therapy. Inquire with your insurance provider to determine your coverage.
