Meet the team
Great therapy starts with great people.
Our team of licensed speech-language pathologists and support staff bring warmth, skill, and heart to every session, ensuring families feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
Elizabeth Roberts
I’m the lead Speech-Language Pathologist at WordBird with over 10 years of experience in hospital and private practice settings.
I hold a Master’s degree from the University of Toronto and am fully licensed with CASLPO and CASLPPEI. I support children and adults with speech, language, voice, fluency, literacy, and swallowing challenges.
My goal is to provide practical, evidence-based therapy that helps people communicate with greater confidence in everyday life. When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me spending time with family and friends, enjoying the beach, or exploring new restaurants.
Clara Terra
I hold a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta. I’ve worked with children of all ages across rural and urban Alberta, providing speech and language assessments and therapy in both community and private practice settings.
I use a strength-based, family-centred approach that makes therapy engaging, play-based, and tailored to each child’s unique interests and goals. My clinical interests include early intervention, speech sound disorders, and childhood apraxia of speech.
Outside of work, I enjoy skiing, hiking, and travelling. I’m also committed to ongoing professional development, with advanced training in speech sound disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, play-based therapy, autism, neurodiversity-affirming practices, and Gestalt Language Processing.
Gabrielle Rouleau
I’m a registered Speech-Language Pathologist licensed in Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and the United States. I earned my Bachelor of Health Sciences from Western University and my Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from McGill University.
My clinical interests include supporting Autistic individuals through Gestalt Language Processing, as well as assessing and treating feeding and swallowing challenges in both children and adults. I’m passionate about helping people build confidence and communicate in ways that support their everyday lives.
Outside of work, I enjoy reading, spending time with family and friends at camp, snowmobiling, and collecting vinyl records.
Tara McDermott
I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Linguistics, followed by a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, both from the University of Alberta. I work with children and adults across a wide range of communication needs.
I’m passionate about creating engaging, enjoyable therapy sessions while helping clients and families build practical skills and confidence that carry over into everyday life. My clinical interests include motor speech, early childhood development, and social communication.
Outside of work, I enjoy reading, travelling, and spending time with my very energetic dog, Daphne!
Allison Pasha
Born and raised in Prince Edward Island, I earned my Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Toronto and spent nearly 15 years practicing in Ontario before returning home to serve my local community. I’ve worked in both hospital and private practice settings, supporting adults with communication and swallowing disorders.
I take a collaborative, client-centred approach to therapy, creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their goals. My clinical interests include
dysphagia, aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and voice disorders.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends and am grateful to be back home in PEI serving my community.
Rebecca Yungblut
Originally from Prince Edward Island, I now call Ottawa home. I hold a Master of Science (Applied) in Communication Sciences and Disorders from McGill University and a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from Carleton University. I’m a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with CASLPO.
My clinical interests include phonological development, motor speech, and stuttering across the lifespan. I’m passionate about providing client- and family-centred care while continually expanding my clinical knowledge to best support every individual and family.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my dog, River, reading, and crafting.
Liane Coulahan
I lead operations at Wordbird and hold a Master of Communications. Originally from southwestern Ontario, I bring a background in marketing, communications, and entrepreneurship to creating a smooth, supportive experience for every client.
My role is to ensure each step—from your first inquiry to ongoing care—is seamless, thoughtful, and stress-free. Whether you have questions or need help navigating next steps, I’m always happy to help.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter, playing volleyball, and, if I’m being honest, working too!
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