Words.
"I have always thought words were beautiful! It is so rewarding for me to find ways to connect with a child who struggles with speech and language, and improve not only their quality of life, but also give them the ability to connect with others in the world around them. Language is learned through relationships!"
Bonnie Baxter graduated with her Master's Degree from Minot State University in 1997 and has held various positions in the public health sector in Alberta and BC since that time. She and her family moved to Medicine Hat in 2007 and have enjoyed becoming part of this warm and friendly community. She is married with two boys and loves being a mom. She is creative, kind and enthusiastic about helping others.
Bonnie is registered with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology (ACSLPA), as well as Speech-Pathology Audiology Canada (SAC). Bonnie values life-long learning and has won awards for her research in various topics. In addition to her general work with articulation and language, she also has specialized training in:
ConnectSLP values:
Bonnie believes strongly in building healthy relationships and will work with you to find practical goals and ideas that work for your child, your family and the other professionals involved.
Bonnie Baxter graduated with her Master's Degree from Minot State University in 1997 and has held various positions in the public health sector in Alberta and BC since that time. She and her family moved to Medicine Hat in 2007 and have enjoyed becoming part of this warm and friendly community. She is married with two boys and loves being a mom. She is creative, kind and enthusiastic about helping others.
Bonnie is registered with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology (ACSLPA), as well as Speech-Pathology Audiology Canada (SAC). Bonnie values life-long learning and has won awards for her research in various topics. In addition to her general work with articulation and language, she also has specialized training in:
- Augmentative Communication (PODD, Boardmaker, Symbol Stix, iPad Apps and various Speech generating devices)
- Fluency (Lidcombe Fluency Program)
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASD: Doing what works and other workshops)
- Late Talkers/Early language (Hanen, It Takes Two to Talk, Learn to Play)
- Autism (Picture Exchange Communication System, SCERTS, Michelle Garcia Winner's Social Thinking programs and various other workshops)
ConnectSLP values:
- Evidence Based Practice
- Creative practical solutions
- Working together with families
- Honest and transparent communication
- Generosity to the community
- 'Doing what works!'
Bonnie believes strongly in building healthy relationships and will work with you to find practical goals and ideas that work for your child, your family and the other professionals involved.
