EFFIE KAO

Effie@westcoastspeech.com                    

Days of work: Wednesday, Thursday

Languages spoken: English and Mandarin 

Effie completed her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of British Columbia in 2025. She is a registered member of the College of Health and Care Professionals (CHCPBC) and a member of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC).

Effie is passionate about supporting individuals with diverse communication needs and approaches her work with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a family-centered mindset, balancing both fun and functionality. She has experience across a range of areas, including articulation, language development, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and social communication. She also has a strong interest in working with adults, supporting communication, swallowing, and accent modification needs.

Effie is listed on the Registry of Autism Service Providers under the supervision of Janine Baker.