Christopher Anderson

Speech-Language Pathologist & Coach

If authenticity and belonging are the destination, then communication is one path to make the journey.

Christopher holds a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Alberta and has previously studied linguistics, psychology, English literature, and philosophy. His special interests as an SLP include play-based learning, echolalia, and gestalt language processing theory, as well as supporting relationship-based and interest-based communication opportunities.

Christopher has received training in the SCERTS model, Hanen More Than Words, and the Natural Language Acquisition model for echolalia/gestalt language learning. He considers advocacy to be one of the most important roles of a speech-language pathologist. As such, he tries to listen to and learn from inclusion advocates on topics like neurodiversity and cultural/linguistic diversity. 

While there are many reasons behind most things (see philosophy studies above), Christopher would say he came to the SLP profession primarily out of gratitude. The things he has treasured most throughout his life: stories, music, choral singing, learning how things work, and sharing his interests with others, all have deep roots in communicating with others. Helping clients build a positive self-identity and achieve access to a rich and satisfying life are at the heart of Christopher's SLP philosophy.

When he's not working, you may find Christopher snuggling his cats (Pennifer, Fergus, and Toast), exploring new hobbies through YouTube deep dives, playing board games, role-playing games, and Magic: The Gathering, enjoying a backyard fire, playing video games, napping, or worrying (anxious friends, I see you).