Connection is the goal. Communication is the pathway.
The Mind-Body Difference
A Journey to Authentic Communication + Self-Discovery
Through a comprehensive assessment and, when needed, meaningful family involvement, we embark on a collaborative journey of self-discovery. Therapy sessions are conscious, playful, and engaging—designed to foster curiosity, regulate the nervous system, and reconnect you with a sense of optimism and possibility. Donna’s integrative approach focuses on uncovering and embodying the true self. Build confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
What makes Donna’s approach unique?
Energetic Co-Regulation & Self-Regulation
Guided breath, mindful movement, and heart–brain coherence settle the nervous system at the start of every session, priming neuroplasticity and modelling the self-regulation skills we will build together.
Biofeedback-Infused Therapy
Live HRV monitoring with EmWave® and other HeartMath® tools turns invisible states into visible progress. Clients watch their inner rhythms stabilize on-screen, anchoring regulation skills they can reproduce at home, work, and school.
Becoming Aware of Sensation and Flow as Communication
Knowing the “whole self” matters in the pursuit of communication competence. The body and its sensations inform our thoughts, words and actions in all relational dynamics. Consciously install new strategies to re-wire our SELF as the unique and diverse person we are meant to be.
Subconscious Alignment & Clinical Hypnotherapy
Evidence-based hypnotic techniques access the belief layer where speech habits first wire. In a relaxed, receptive state, clients adopt new neural pathways for fluent, confident expression.
Mindfulness- & Acceptance-Based Practice
Rooted in MBSR and ACT principles, sessions weave present-moment awareness, non-judgemental observation, and compassionate self-talk—cultivating an inner climate where communication evolves naturally and sustainably.
Whole-Brain Rehabilitation
Speech-language intervention is integrated with biofield principles, executive-function coaching, and mindfulness to align cortex, limbic system, and body—so authentic communication thrives in everyday life.
Who I Serve
Adults and Children
Bancroft and Burlington In person - Ontario Virtual
Post-Stroke Aphasia & Cognitive Communication – adult neuro-rehabilitation for speech, language, and social cognition
Neurodegenerative Conditions (Parkinson’s, ALS, Dementia) – voice, clarity, and cognition preservation
Professional & Corporate Communication – vocal presence, presentation skills, team coherence training
Parent & Caregiver Coaching – home-program design, holistic carry-over, family-centred support
Group Therapy & Social Skills Labs – peer interaction, mindfulness-based practice, energetic synchrony
Return-to-Work & Daily-Life Integration – communication strategies for workplace success and activities of daily living
Autism Spectrum (Level 1 & 2) – social-communication growth, language expansion, co-regulation support
Pediatric & Adolescent Brain Injury / Concussion – cognitive-communication therapy, executive-function coaching, return-to-school planning
Motor Speech & Articulation Disorders – childhood apraxia, dysarthria, intelligibility refinement
Stuttering & Fluency Shaping – evidence-based techniques for resilient, confident speech
ADHD & Executive Function – planning, initiation, working memory, organization strategies, social communication and communication anxiety
Language & Literacy Development – expressive/receptive language, reading-writing integration
Applied Outcomes and Improved Communication Competence
Clearer, More Fluent Speech
From pediatric apraxia to adult post-stroke aphasia, clients achieve measurable gains in intelligibility and natural flow—reinforced by mindful breath work and daily technique drills.
Confident Self-Expression & Advocacy
Subconscious alignment (clinical hypnotherapy) plus acceptance-based coaching dismantle limiting beliefs, empowering children, teens, and adults to speak up in class, at work, and in community life.
Resilient Executive Function
Targeted planning, initiation, memory, and organization strategies translate to smoother mornings, stronger study habits, and more efficient workplace performance after brain injury or ADHD diagnosis.
Robust Social Connection
Energetic co-regulation practices, group therapy labs, and parent coaching foster relaxed, authentic interactions—helping clients form friendships, navigate team projects, and deepen family bonds.
ASD: Return to Safety & Connection
Rhythmic co-regulation, guided interoceptive awareness, and acceptance-based self-regulation coaching give autistic clients a felt sense of safety. As the nervous system settles, genuine back-and-forth communication emerges at home, school, and therapy.
High-Performance Teams & Corporate Communication
Heart-brain coherence workshops blend mindful presence with evidence-based dialogue strategies, helping teams sharpen listening, streamline decisions, and boost collective productivity—all while sustaining a culture of psychological safety.
Return-to-Work & Daily-Living Success
Skill-generalization protocols ensure that session gains show up where they matter: on the job, in the classroom, and across activities of daily living—from phone calls to community outings.
Nervous-System Balance & Self-Regulation
Biofeedback (EmWave®, HeartMath®) combined with mindfulness tools trains heart-brain coherence, leading to calmer bodies, steadier voices, and greater emotional flexibility—key for sustainable communication growth.
Individual progress varies. Outcomes are achieved through evidence-based Speech-Language Pathology integrated—with informed consent—with adjunct modalities such as mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and biofeedback, in accordance with CASLPO standards.
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Learn Donna’s Evidence-Based, Biofield Energetic Method for Empowering Authentic Communication
Are you a Speech-Language Pathologist eager to evolve, refine, redefine and expand your definition of communication? Donna’s integrative approach combines cutting-edge mind-body-spirit (bio-field therapy) processes with traditional cognitive-communication therapy, focusing on self-discovery, the subconscious mind and authentic communication. Discover how to help patients and caregivers identify their unique strengths, build genuine connection, foster resilience, and navigate social interaction with greater competence.