Meet your SLP

Michelle Hofstrand was born and raised in Fort St. John, BC. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta in 2002. Graduate school took her to St. Cloud, Minnesota and then to Grand Forks, North Dakota where she completed her Master of Science in Communication Disorders in 2006 at the University of North Dakota. Michelle returned to the Peace region and worked for School District #60 for 15 years before pursuing her own private practice. Recognizing a shortage of early intervention opportunities and specialists prompted her to focus on younger learners.

Michelle is registered with the BC College of Speech and Hearing Professionals and holds dual membership with the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC).

Affiliate Clinic

Freedom Physiotherapy is owned and operated by Michelle’s husband, Bryce Kelly. Bryce earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of North Dakota in 2007. In May of 2024 they opened the doors on their new location at 10421 100 street providing 8 treatment rooms and a 3000 sq ft gym.

Freedom of Speech Therapy Services operates out of this as well as community based locations. In home and teletherapy services may be available.

Community Commitment

Both Michelle and Bryce hail from Fort St. John and are committed to supporting area residents. If local supports are unavailable it is their commitment to help connect residents with outside agencies.