Why Choose Lear?

Our Credentials

Excellence, Compassion and Accountability since 2000!

Servicing the Niagara Region, Haldimand-Norfolk, Brant County, Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton, Halton-Peel & Toronto. We are proud to be registered with and recognized by these member associations and governing bodies:

Our Mission

  • To help clients reach their full potential by offering exemplary therapeutic services in an atmosphere of kindness and with integrity and high accountability

  • To earn the respect of referral sources by providing measurable results

  • To provide a work environment that keeps employees challenged, satisfied and motivated

Our Values

Excellence
We are leaders in our profession. We are always seeking better ways of doing things, by reviewing research literature and using our own exemplary creative and analytical skills.  All speech-language pathologists at Lear are required to demonstrate the attainment of truly meaningful outcomes with their clients.

Compassion
We help alleviate some of our clients’ frustration by looking out for their interests and doing little things that make a big difference. We treat people with compassion and make sure we understand and respect individual differences. Our clinic atmosphere is positive and friendly and we always keep our sense of humour! We want our clients to feel comfortable and welcome at all times.

Accountability
We aspire to set the standard for ethical practice in health care and business management.  We meet or exceed practice standards, accurately and professionally. We stand behind our work, and if we make a mistake, we apologize for it, we fix it and we learn from it. We ensure our performance is visible to clients, insurers, referral sources, and the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario. If anyone has a question or a concern, we will address it.  You can trust us to do the right thing.

 

“If, through some inscrutable act of providence, I were to lose all my faculties save one, I would choose to retain the gift of speech, for through it I would soon regain all the rest.” – Daniel Webster

“The limits of my language mean the limits of my world” – Ludwig Wittgenstein

 

Lear Communication’s speech-language pathologists empower clients to connect with others. The loss of everyday communication skills means frustration, misunderstanding and conflict. Lear uses a customized program of proven strategies to guide each client toward maximizing his or her personal potential.

Our Committment to Clinical Excellence

When you decide to have a relationship with Lear Communication, you are benefiting from the advanced knowledge and passion that comes from the entire Lear staff. You will be greeted with a smile, treated with respect and compassion and you should expect superior clinical knowledge and services.

  • Each therapist’s schedule includes dedicated time for research and creating tailored therapy materials, ensuring evidence-based, personalized approaches for each client.
  • When you work with a clinician at Lear, you have access to ALL staff knowledge, creativity and experience. At Lear we work together to think critically and outside the box when needed, we pull eachother in for an extra set of hands or eyes, we consult with clinical leads in various disorder areas and provide education to the team on best practices and newest research in the field. We really believe that sometimes 6 heads are better than 1!
  • We have an in-depth Performance Evaluation and Goal Setting system to ensure all staff achieve superior levels of technical and interpersonal skill

 

 

We have Overhead – and it’s Actually a Good Thing!

 

  • We have an administrative team to ensure your calls are answered quickly, and to allow our therapists to focus on clinical activities
  • We purchase state-of-the art tests, equipment and materials
  • We have a pleasant and comfortable clinic environment
  • We are wheelchair accessible
  • We have free parking

Our Community of Partners

We take pride in our strong connections with local community partners, including:

✅ Children’s Centers & Hospitals – Collaborating with McMaster Children’s Hospital and local children’s centers to support young clients.
✅ Healthcare Professionals – Working alongside dietitians, occupational therapists, social workers, and behavioral consultants.
✅ Specialized Support Services – Partnering with massage therapists, specialized tutors, and neuropsychologists for holistic care.
✅ Legal & Case Management Experts – Connecting clients with personal injury lawyers, case managers, and insurers for comprehensive support.

If you need assistance beyond speech-language pathology, we’ll connect you with top-tier professionals who can help!