Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is a hearing difficulty where the brain has trouble understanding or interpreting sounds, even when hearing is normal. At Envision Hearing in Ottawa, we assess and support individuals with APD to improve listening and communication skills.
APD can affect children and adults in different ways. Common signs include difficulty following conversations, misunderstanding spoken instructions, asking for repetition, and struggling to hear in background noise. Early identification and management can significantly improve communication and learning outcomes.
Children with APD may struggle with reading, spelling, or classroom listening, while adults may find workplace conversations and meetings challenging. Our Ottawa audiology clinic supports both age groups with assessments and practical solutions to improve listening skills.
Children are typically tested from age 7 and up, once language and attention skills are developed. However, adults can also be assessed at any age if they experience listening or sound processing difficulties.
Treatment and management may include auditory training, environmental modifications, assistive listening devices, and personalized strategies to improve communication. Our clinic provides tailored recommendations for each patient.
APD assessments are not covered by OHIP, but some private insurance plans may include partial coverage. Contact Envision Hearing for details on testing fees.
At Envision Hearing, Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is not simply one of many services we provide—it is our primary clinical focus. While many hearing clinics offer a broad range of hearing healthcare services, our practice is specifically focused on the assessment and management of APD. This allows us to devote our time, expertise, and clinical resources to providing comprehensive, evidence-based APD evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults.
We take a holistic approach to every assessment. In addition to evaluating auditory processing abilities, we screen for sensory, attention, cognitive, and behavioural factors that may influence listening and communication. We also collaborate with healthcare providers, educators, and other professionals to ensure each patient receives practical, individualized recommendations that support success at home, school, work, and in everyday life.
We recognize that some individuals with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) also experience tinnitus and sound intolerance. When present, these concerns can be further explored through dedicated assessment and management services at Envision Hearing, allowing patients to access specialized care within the same clinic when needed.
