The Team

Speech-Language Pathology

Paulina Vazquez, M.Sc., RSLP

  • Registered SLP & Owner

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of British Columbia. I love supporting bilingual families and I am fluent in both Spanish and English. I incorporate play, books, songs, and movement into my sessions to keep things fun and engaging. When I'm not at the clinic, I'm spending time with my husband, David, and our two daughters, Ruby and Leni. I'm an avid reader and recently got into bouldering! I am registered in British Columbia (CHCPBC) and Alberta (ACSLPA). I'm also a Registered Autism Service Provider (RASP) for autistic children under age 6 in BC.

Kristina Stein, M.Sc., RSLP

  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of Alberta. I love making therapy fun and involving parents in the process. I'm committed to neurodiversity-affirming practices. Outside of work, you'll find me skiing, biking, hiking, or camping! I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

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  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of Alberta. I love integrating kids' personal interests into therapy to make sessions fun and effective. I am fluent in German and English. For hobbies, I enjoy long walks, hiking, cross-country skiing, reading, and painting. I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

Erin Dodd, M.Sc., RSLP

  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of Alberta. I have a wide range of experience from early language development to swallowing. I love getting to know kids and their families and strive to keep learning so I can provide fun and evidence-based service. I spend a lot of time being creative whether it’s sewing, knitting, drawing or playing piano. I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA) and certified by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC).

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  • Registered SLP

    I am a certified Speech Language Pathologist with a Masters of Clinical Science from the University of Western Ontario. I love to include client's interests to make therapy fun and engaging. I prioritize creating a safe and empowering environment for clients and their families to reach their full potential. Outside of work, I enjoy knitting, painting, reading, and cuddling with my dog. I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

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  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of Alberta. I love incorporating client interests into therapy to make sessions engaging, meaningful, and fun. I prioritize creating an empowering and supportive environment for clients and families. I am fluent in English and French. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, bouldering, playing games, and spending time with my dog. I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

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  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of Alberta. I’m passionate about incorporating client interests into sessions to make therapy engaging and fun! My goal is to create an empowering environment where clients and their families feel supported as they work toward their communication goals. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, crocheting, and spending time in the mountains.I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

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  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Alberta. I have experience supporting children with diverse communication needs in both school and community-based settings. I work closely with families to create personalized goals that are functional, family-centered, and tailored to each child’s unique strengths. I’m committed to ongoing learning and professional growth to ensure the services I provide are engaging, evidence-based, and aligned with best practice.


    Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband, children, and two dogs. I also enjoy reading, biking, hiking, and traveling. I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA) and certified by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC).

  • Registered SLP

    I'm a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a Master of Science from the University of Alberta. My experience is broad, including many facets of speech and language such as Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), early language development and a variety of speech sound and motor speech differences. It is important to me to keep my speech therapy sessions child-led, fun, and dynamic for my pediatric clients, and I love having the client and their family involved when choosing goals to work on.

    Outside of being an SLP, I enjoy reading, being active, and hanging out with my friends and family, including my two little boys. I am registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA) and certified by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC).

Psychology

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  • Registered Psychologist #6907
    Assessment & Consultation

    I am a Registered Psychologist with over 30 years of experience as an educator and consultant in the public school system. With a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta and a Master of Education in School and Applied Psychology from the University of Calgary, I specialize in comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for children, youth, and adults. My main areas of focus include learning and developmental difficulties, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, giftedness, and ADHD.

    I believe that assessment is a valuable tool for understanding individual strengths and challenges. Combining assessment results with evidence-based, practical recommendations and strategies can help to support learning, development and overall success.  I also have additional training in trauma-informed and resilience-based  practices and the assessment of Autism. When not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, exploring the outdoors and traveling.

Occupational Therapy

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  • Registered Occupational Therapist

    I have worked as an OT since 2012, supporting young children within various community settings in the Edmonton area. I love art, crafting, being outside, and spending time with her family. I am passionate about bringing my creativity and playful spirit into my work, and building on a child's strengths to facilitate change and growth.

  • Registered Occupational Therapist

    I have worked as a pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) since I graduated from the University of Alberta in 2017. I love making therapy fun, and enabling families to feel comfortable and confident supporting their child.

    Outside of work, I enjoy reading, crafting, cooking, and spending time with my family.

Therapy Assistants

Kristy Peterson, SLPA

  • Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

    I'm a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) with a BA in Sociology from the University of Winnipeg and over 25 years of experience in the Manitoba education system. I love planning game-based therapy sessions that engage kids and families. I work closely with SLPs to help clients achieve their goals. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, hiking, going to movies with my family, watching my boys curl, volunteering, and exploring Edmonton. I am certified with the Therapy Assistant Association of Alberta (ThAAA).

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  • Therapy Assistant

    I’m a Therapy Assistant with a diploma from NorQuest College. I have training in Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Recreation Therapy. I’m passionate about creating fun, meaningful, and supportive therapy experiences that help clients and their families reach their goals.

    Outside of work, I love exploring the Edmonton river valley, going for brunch, and spending time with my cat, George. I’m excited to get to know you and be part of your therapy journey!

Administrative Support

  • I graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a degree in Psychology, focusing on child development and child psychology. Throughout my studies, I worked with both neurodivergent and neurotypical children in recreational settings, which gave me a deep appreciation for how unique every child’s way of learning and connecting can be.

    After graduating, spent a couple years leading the clinical department for an American psychotherapy company, where I supported the clinicians and oversaw the department’s operations. 

    In my free time, I love sewing, watching movies, and spending time outdoors. I grew up on a farm in rural Ontario, so being in nature has always felt like home to me. I also grew up ice skating and still enjoy getting out on the ice whenever I can.

    I’m so grateful to have found Ruby Therapy Services and to be part of such a warm, dedicated team!