Preparing For Presentations

Presenting to others is something that we must often do, whether that is in-person or virtual. Many people consider a presentation to involve a large audience and a PowerPoint, but this does not always have to be the case. Even a meeting to 5 people about a recent project’s progress can cause similar levels of nervousness.

AdminJanuary 12, 2022Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapyspeech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech teacher, nimra khan, voice therapy

Visualization & Embodiment Practice for Communication

While working as a Leadership Coach and Mental Health Professional, something I have found useful that support people with developing their communication skills is a visualization practice.

AdminJanuary 10, 2022Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapypsychotherapist, communication coach, mental health, communication skills, shalyn isaacs

Adequate Breathing In Speech And Communication

Breathing is an automatic function of the body which many people don't think about. It is one of the most important processes to sustain life. It is observed that a lot of people have inadequate breathing. Proper breathing is essential not only for a healthy body and mind, but also for a good voice and effective speech.

AdminJanuary 5, 2022Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapyspeech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech teacher, Roselyn Mathew, communication, communication skills

Inattention When Communicating

Many may experience difficulties with maintaining attention when they are communicating with others or trying to complete daily tasks. No matter what the cause is or what sort of difficulties one may be experiencing with attention, it can lead to many day-to-day problems that affect the overall functioning of the person. These difficulties can impact the person’s personal and professional life.

AdminDecember 22, 2021Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapyspeech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech teacher, anna pasternak, communication skills

How Do Patriarchal Social Norms Impact Women’s Communication?

Throughout my time working in the area of communication and leadership from a psychotherapy approach, I have begun to wonder how our journeys with enhancing our communication with others is also a stage-by-stage process and is influenced by our trauma healing journeys as well.

AdminDecember 15, 2021Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapypsychotherapist, communication coach, mental health, communication skills, shalyn isaacs

The Non-Linear Path Of Effective Communication & Trauma Healing

AdminDecember 6, 2021Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapypsychotherapist, communication coach, mental health, communication skills, shalyn isaacs

Apr 16, 2025

Bilingualism And The Better Brain

A constant perspective I hear from bilingual individuals, particularly those whose first language isn’t English, is that they feel inferior. That having an accent and speaking another language puts them at a disadvantage for building connection, respect and growth as communicators both personally and professionally.

This article will demonstrate why that is not true. It will demonstrate that you as a multilingual speaker are at an advantage - even when it doesn’t feel like it. In this article, the term bilingualism will be used to embody both multilingualism and bilingualism.

Mar 26, 2025

Challenges In Verbal Communication In People With Congenital Hearing Loss

Congenital hearing loss means hearing loss that is present at birth. This causes difficulties in speaking and in understanding speech. If not treated adequately, children with congenital hearing loss often have inadequate speech and language skills which might persist into adulthood.

Mar 19, 2025

Understanding Emotions Through Facial Expressions

As a speech-language pathologist (SLP) at Well Said, I sometimes work with clients on social communication skills, including the ability to recognize and interpret emotions. One of the most powerful tools we have for understanding how others feel is their facial expressions. The face is a window into emotions, and learning to read it can improve your relationships, communication, and empathy. In this blog post, I’ll introduce you to the work of Dr. Paul Ekman, a pioneer in the study of emotions and facial expressions.

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