speechlanguagefun communications

Stephanie

Msc(A), S-LP(C)
Owner

Hey There! I’m Stephanie L. Finkelstein, proud owner of Speech Language Fun. I’m a fully certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) with more than 15 years of experience working with kids and adults to improve their communication.

Born and raised in Montreal, I always had a passion for learning languages, telling stories, performing on stage, helping people, and…talking! I work with families in English, French, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish, and sometimes even in gibberish! At Speech Language Fun, it’s all about creating personalized therapy sessions that motivate clients to achieve their therapy goals- no matter how silly those sessions can sometimes turn out to be.

My SLP journey started back in 2000, when I obtained my BA in Communication Studies (with a specialization in TV production) from Concordia University and subsequently landed my first job working as a communications consultant in the health sector. After just a few years, I realized that what I really wanted to do was work directly with the people I had been striving to help. So, off I went to explore the therapy world as both a special needs educator and ABA therapist, before reaching the natural conclusion that becoming an SLP was the job for me!

In 2005, I obtained my Masters of Science (Applied) Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from McGill University, and have been a practicing member of both Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC-OAC) and the Ordre des orthophonistes et audiologists du Québec (OOAQ) ever since.

In addition to being a Hanen-certified SLP for It Takes Two to Talk, More Than Words, and TalkAbility, I am also certified in Lessac-Madsen Resonant Voice Therapy, the Lidcombe Program, and Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) – Level 1.

But enough about me…if you or your child need help being the best communicator you can be – then let’s talk!

Daniella

MSc(A), S-LP(C)
Speech-Language Pathologist

Hello! My name is Daniella Berkowicz and I’m a fully certified Speech-Language Pathologist working in the Montreal area.

Growing up, I was exposed to over 4 languages so I felt it was natural that I pursued a career in this field. I also happen to love working with children and helping them learn and grow.

Language is such a critical foundation for future success and I feel passionate about allowing children to experience what communication can offer them, no matter the modality.

I am certified in the Lively Letters reading program and student certified in Picture Exchange Communication System – Level 1.

Meagan

MSc(A), S-LP(C)
Speech-Language Pathologist

Hello! My name is Meagan Honigman and I am a fully certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for working with children. I graduated from McGill University with a Master of Science (Applied) in Speech-Language Pathology, and am a member of both Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC-OAC) and the Ordre des orthophonistes et audiologists du Québec (OOAQ).

I believe in providing engaging and client-centered services, and working collaboratively to help every child reach their full communicative potential. When not working as a Speech Pathologist, I also work as a princess animating birthday parties for children.

In addition to being a Hanen-certified SLP for It Takes Two to Talk, I am certified in the Lively Letters reading program and the Lidcombe Program.

Pilar Monchi

Communication Specialist

Hello! ¡Hola!

My name is Pilar Monchi and I have a B.Sc. certification as a Speech and Language Therapist from Universidad Iberoamericana in Bogota, Colombia. I am a member of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC-OAC), and have been working as a Speech and Language Pathologist, Communication Health Assistant, and Communication Specialist for more than 20 years with preschool and school-age children. I am bilingual in Spanish and English and have worked in Calgary, Montreal, London (UK) and Colombia.

I have a passion for working with preschoolers (ages 2-6) using play-based therapy and parent coaching, and communication systems (e.g. visual aids, core boards, AAC apps), and have extensive training and experience in articulation therapy, phonological Awareness, motor speech treatment (Kaufman), fluency therapy (Lidcombe), Social Thinking (We thinkers), and expressive and receptive language development. I have also conducted individual and group speech and language therapy to school-age children (Grades 1-7) with interventions that include: Phonological Awareness (Lively Letters program), Expanding Expression Tool (EET), Story Grammar Marker (Brady), and Visualization Verbalization programs.

I look forward to working with you and your children on your journey towards communicative success!

Lorena Buttazzoni

MHsc.
Speech-Language Pathologist

Hello! My name is Lorena Buttazzoni, and I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with the Ordres des orthophonistes et audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ). I graduated from University of Toronto’s MHsc. Speech-Language Pathology program in 2024. Prior to this, I completed my BA Honours degree in Linguistics, with a concentration in Psycholinguistics and Communication Disorders at Carleton University in 2021. I started my university journey as a Criminology major, then a Law major. After coincidentally taking a Linguistics course (it was the only elective that fit into my timetable at the time), I fell in love with it, and did further research to find out what I truly wanted was to be a Speech-Language Pathologist.

As a new clinician, I am committed to personalized, client centered therapy for children and adults. I believe that everyone is unique, and my goal is to create a supportive and collaborative environment where they feel empowered to thrive. Currently, I am fluent in English and actively working toward achieving French fluency to better serve a diverse range of clients.

I look forward to starting my journey as a Speech-Language Pathologist with you or your child!

Benjamin Gormley

MSc(A), S-LP(C)
Speech-Language Pathologist

Benjamin Gormley is an S-LP (C) with over 5 years experience working with preschooler aged children with speech and language disorders, as well as children with Down’s Syndrome and Global Developmental Delay. He has also worked in indigenous communities in northern Quebec. He enjoys supporting families in discovering how to support their child’s communication potential.

Jessica

M.Sc.(A), S-LP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Hello! My name is Jessica Reider and I am a certified Speech-Language Pathologist. I graduated from McGill University’s Communication and Sciences Disorders program in July 2018. I am a licensed member of the Ordres des Orthophonistes et Audiologists du Quebec (OOAQ). I have worked in a variety of pediatric settings in Montreal where I have assessed and treated children with speech, language and social communication disorders.

My passion is working with children and providing them with the communication tools and skills necessary for their academic and personal lives.

My primary interests include early language stimulation, speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech and emergent literacy impairments in preschool and school-aged children.

I have received additional training in the Lively Letters reading program, the Lidcombe Program for children who stutter as well as applied behaviour analysis training (ABA) for children with autism spectrum disorder.