Where music meets communication
Crescendo Speech Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
These are questions we frequently receive at Crescendo Speech Therapy. If you have any further questions please reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Are you currently accepting new clients?
We are not currently accepting new clients. If you have questions about services in your area, feel free to contact us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Are there fees for evening or weekend appointments?
Evening and weekend appointments are available at no additional cost, subject to availability.
Are there travel fees for in-home visits?
Home visits within Sherwood Park are available at no additional cost. We also offer virtual services to clients anywhere in Alberta.
Is speech therapy covered by Alberta Health Services?
Alberta Health Services provides free speech-language pathology services for certain populations/disorders. You can call 811 for more information and to self-refer yourself or your child. If you have been placed on a significant waitlist, feel free to contact us for a complementary consultation about your private options while you wait.
Is speech therapy covered by insurance?
Many insurance providers cover at least a portion of speech-language pathology services. Please contact your individual insurance provider to learn more. You may be required to submit invoices or other documentation for reimbursement; we are happy to provide detailed invoices as needed.
What is the difference between music-based speech therapy, music therapy, and music lessons?
Speech-Language Pathologists are regulated professionals who use a variety of assessment and treatment techniques which may include techniques that use music as a tool. SLPs can also diagnose and treat disorders of the speech-langauge system.
Music therapists use music as a tool for treatment of many different conditions, and may use music as a tool to address concerns within the cognitive, communicative, emotional, musical, physical, social, and spiritual domains. Please visit MTAA if you are interested in including a music therapist in your healthcare team.
A music teacher may provide lessons to children or adults with speech-language concerns or other disabilities, but does not directly target non-musical goals such as improving verbal expression.
Do you complete assessments for PUF?
We do not offer Program Unit Funding assessments at this time; please visit ASAPP to find a speech-language pathologist in your area who offers this service.
What are your fees for assessment and treatment?
Fees are set in accordance with ACSLPA guidelines. Individual treatment sessions are offered in 45, 60, and 90 minute appointments dependent on individual goals. Group therapy for stuttering is offered at a reduced rate and is dependent on availability; contact us for more information. Discuss our rates with our Speech-Language Pathologist during your complementary consultation.