Robin Illchuk, R-SLP, B.Sc., M-SLP, S-LP(C)
Registered & Certified Speech-Language Pathologist
Robin specializes in preschoolers who are late talkers and children diagnosed with Autsim.
Robin has two degrees in Speech Pathology and has learned a wide variety of fun, practical strategies that get kids talking while working at:
- Children’s Autism Services of Edmonton (Head of Department)
- School Divisions
- Child Development Clinic
Robin has developed the innovative Teach Your Little One to Talk Method. This online program gives parents a plan to get kids talking. It uses videos and online coaching sessions to guide parents.
Robin is a proud member of the:
- RASP - Registered Autism Service Provider list
- College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia
- Speech and Hearing BC
- Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC)
Robin actively attends continuing education workshops and conferences related to communication. Her advanced training includes:
- Social Thinking - Master Class - Michelle Garcia Winner’s approach to
Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- It Takes Two To Talk - the Hanen Program for parents of children with language delays.
- More Than Words - the Hanen Program for children diagnosed or suspected of Autism
- Target Word - the Hanen Program for parents of children who are late talkers.
- PROMPT Training - for moderate to severe speech production disorders.
- OPT - Oral Placement Therapy - for children who have low muscle tone
and/or oral weakness.
- SCERTS - Barry Prizant's research-based approach to treating Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- PECS - Picture Exchange Communication System.
Robin believes in sharing her expertise with others and has been invited to provide many lectures. Some highlights include:
- University of Alberta - Guest Lecturer
- Canadian Down Syndrome Society National Conference
- Alberta Teleconference Group
- Keekamayo Conference
- PD for Several School Districts
Robin is especially proud to have been recognized by:
- Speech-Language and Audiology Canada - 25 year Award
- CASLPA Editor’s Award for Research in Early Intervention
- Speech and Hearing Association of Alberta - Clinical Therapy Award