Robin Illchuk, R-SLP, B.Sc., M-SLP, S-LP(C)
Registered & Certified Speech-Language Pathologist
Robin has more than 30 years experience working with people who have communication challenges. All this experience allows her to draw on strategies that work. She prides herself in making sessions fun.
Robin received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Alberta in 1989, and her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 1995. Since that time she has expanded her clinical experience working with in a variety of settings including schools, non-profit organizations, health units and in private practise.
Robin is a proud member of the:
- Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists
and Audiologists (ACSLPA)
- Alberta Speech-Language Association of Private Practitioners
(ASAPP)
- 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