Mission
Empower individuals to thrive in their personal, emotional, and physical development by fostering growth in communication, socialization, and comprehensive learning. We aim to deliver a process grounded in clarity, strategy, and inclusivity, making our services rich in practical, accessible information for everyone we serve.
Values
Integrity
Uphold honesty and ethical practices in all interactions.
Social Responsibility
Commit to contributing positively to our communities.
Respect
Embrace diversity and treat every individual with dignity.
Collaboration
Foster teamwork to deliver exceptional service.
Innovation
Drive continuous improvement and adopt new approaches.
Client-Centricity
Prioritize the unique needs of each client, tailoring our services for meaningful impact.
Vision
To be a forward-thinking leader recognized for exceptional contributions to inclusive communication and social development.
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We aim to excel in modern, evidence-based therapeutic techniques that empower diverse individuals across all communication backgrounds.
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Our approach integrates the organic and emotional facets of speech and language, embracing each individual’s unique abilities to foster meaningful, authentic connections in an evolving, multicultural world.
Meet The Speak Squad Team
Meet The Speak Squad Therapists
Afsheen Sheikh
MSc (ABA), MBA, BCBA, RBA Ontario
Registered Behaviour Analyst
A Registered Behaviour Analyst and OAP registered provider with over 20 years of experience in special needs therapy and behavioural intervention. Areas of Expertise: • Special Needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder • ADHD/ADD and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) • Developmental Delays and Learning Disabilities • Dyspraxia and Down's Syndrome • Anxiety Management • Dyscalculia and Hyperlexia Education & Credentials: • Master of Science in Applied Behaviour Analysis • Master of Business Administration • Board Certified Behavior Analyst • Registered Behaviour Analyst (Ontario) Experience: Combines professional expertise with personal insight as a parent of a youth with special needs. Specializes in creating tailored, evidence-based interventions for children aged 2-16 years. Languages: English
Barbara Picone
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
A seasoned speech therapy professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical and hospital settings. She specializes in articulation therapy, oral motor disorders, and helps clients improve their communication skills under SLP supervision. Areas of Expertise: • Children's Communication Development • Social Skills Enhancement • Clinical Speech Therapy • Hospital-Based Therapy • Food Selectivity Education & Credentials: • Degree in Speech Therapy, Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil • Canadian Professional Certifications Experience: Over two decades of clinical experience, specializing in children's communication and social skills development. Languages: Portuguese, English
Bushra Hafeez
OTA/L
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
A skilled occupational therapy assistant with comprehensive experience across all age groups. Areas of Expertise: • Autism Support • ADHD Management • Sensory and Behavioral Issues • Feeding Therapy • Stroke Recovery • Aging-Related Support Education & Credentials: • Bachelor's in Health Science (2014) • Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification, Mercy University, New York (2019) Experience: Specializes in client-centered approaches, helping individuals achieve independence in daily activities through effective strategies and caregiver education. Languages: English, Urdu
Connie Cabuena
RBA (Ontario)
Registered Behaviour Analyst
A dedicated behaviour analyst specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis since 2015. Areas of Expertise: • Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) • Autism Support • Developmental Disorders • Skill Acquisition Programs • Behaviour Support Plans • Parent/Caregiver Coaching Education & Credentials: • Master's in Applied Disabilities Studies, Brock University • Post-graduate Certificate in Behavioural Science, Humber College • Honours B.A. in Psychology, York University • Registered Behaviour Analyst (Ontario) Experience: Specializes in implementing treatment programs, creating skill acquisition plans, and providing consultation services and workshops. Languages: English
Fabiana Moraes
Registered Social Service Worker
Psychotherapist
A mental health professional specializing in Portuguese-language counselling and psychotherapy. Areas of Expertise: • Adult Psychotherapy • Couple Counselling • Teen Support • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) • Psychodrama and Sociodrama Education & Credentials: • Clinical Psychology Degree (2002) • Psychodrama and Sociodrama Specialization • CBT Certification • Registered Social Service Worker (Ontario) Experience: Extensive experience in psychotherapy services for adults, couples, and teenagers, with a focus on the Brazilian and Portuguese-speaking community. Languages: Portuguese, English
Harmandeep Singh
OTA/PTA
Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant
A dedicated pediatric therapy assistant focused on helping children achieve their developmental milestones. Areas of Expertise: • Pediatric Occupational Therapy • Motor Skills Development • Cognitive Development • Sensory Integration • Daily Living Skills Education & Credentials: • OTA/PTA Certification Experience: Extensive experience in pediatric therapy, specializing in motor skills, cognitive abilities, and sensory integration. Employs a family-centered approach to therapy. Languages: English
Joyce Martins
Psychologist and Life Coach
A dedicated psychologist and life coach specializing in immigrant mental health support, body therapy, and perinatal psychology. Areas of Expertise: • Immigration Adjustment Counselling • Perinatal Psychology • Body Therapy • Life Coaching • Mind-Body Connection • Personal Development • Self-Discovery Support Education & Credentials: • Psychology Degree (Brazil, 2008) • Specialization in Body Therapy • Specialization in Perinatal Psychology • Life Coach Certification Experience: Over 15 years of experience in psychology, with specific focus on supporting immigrants since 2017 in Canada. Combines therapeutic approaches with life coaching to provide comprehensive support for clients' personal transformation and well-being. Languages: Portuguese, English
Karen Ebert
Educational Specialist
An experienced educator specializing in literacy development and storytelling techniques. Areas of Expertise: • Early Literacy Development • Storytelling Techniques • Primary Education • Reading and Writing Skills Education & Credentials: • Bachelor's Degree in Education, University of São Paulo • Post-Graduate Certificate in Storytelling, A Casa Tombada Experience: 12 years of teaching experience in both public and private schools, specializing in early literacy development. Languages: Portuguese, English
Nadia R. Prando
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
A holistic psychotherapist combining clinical psychology with energy and spiritual techniques. Areas of Expertise: • Child and Family Therapy • Adult Counselling • Holistic Treatment Approaches • Preventive Mental Health • Energy and Spiritual Techniques Education & Credentials: • Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology • Bachelor's Degree in Psychology • Reiki Certification Level II • Electromagnetic Balancing Technique Practitioner • Access Bars Practitioner and Facilitator • Mindfulness Self-Compassion Training • Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certification Experience: 15 years of experience treating children, families, and adults, focusing on preventive care and holistic treatment approaches. Languages: English, Portuguese
Patricia Flash
M.A.
Speech Language Pathologist Reg. CASLPO 3749
A highly experienced speech-language pathologist with over 24 years in clinical practice. Areas of Expertise: • Pre-school and School-aged Communication • Receptive/Expressive Language Disorders • Cognitive Disorders • Articulation and Phonological Processing • Fluency and Literacy Development • Early Intervention for Late Talkers Education & Credentials: • Master's in Speech Language Pathology • Bachelor's in Communication Sciences • Registered with CASLPO • Social Service Worker Background Experience: Combines speech-language expertise with social service experience, emphasizing whole-family involvement in therapy approaches. Languages: English
Peter Medeiros
M.Sc. SLP
Speech Language Pathologist Reg.
CASLPO 5764
A registered Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in personalized treatment approaches for both children and adults. Areas of Expertise: • Articulation and Speech Sound Disorders • Language Disorders/Delays • Corporate Speech-Language Pathology • Stuttering and Literacy • Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) • Accent Modification • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Education & Credentials: • Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology • Registered with CASLPO • Wilson Structure Literacy Program Certification • PECS Level 1 Certification • Clinical Cognitive Communication Disorders Course Experience: For more than 15 years of extensive experience in both pediatric and adult speech therapy, combining clinical expertise with creative approaches. Languages: English, Portuguese
Priyanka Rohra
SLPA Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
A dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant working on articulation disorders, oral motor skills under SLP supervision. Areas of Expertise: • Speech-Language Rehabilitation • Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery • Speech Disorders • Communication Development Education & Credentials: • Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences • Specialization in Rehabilitation Sciences, Western University Experience: Over two years of hands-on experience in speech-language rehabilitation, working with patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries and various speech disorders. Languages: English
Regiane Kanso
SLPA - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
A highly experienced Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with over 25 years in communication and social skills development, working under SLP supervision. Areas of Expertise: • Communication Development • Social Skills Enhancement • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) • Neurodevelopmental Disorders • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) • Social Thinking Programs Education & Credentials: • Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (Brazil) • Canadian Professional Certifications Experience: Extensive experience across Canada (Alberta, Nova Scotia, and Ontario) since 2005, working in both educational and clinical settings. Languages: Portuguese, English
Robin Komarniski
SLPA Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
A dedicated professional specializing in communication enhancement and multilingual support working under SLP supervision. Areas of Expertise: • Communication Disorders • Developmental Support • Multilingual Communication • Client-Centered Care Education & Credentials: • Honours Bachelor's Degree in Cognitive Science of Language • Certificate in Professional French, McMaster University Experience: Combines academic expertise with practical experience as a Developmental Support Worker. Languages: English, French, German (basic), Spanish (basic), Portuguese (basic)
Brittany Ung
Occupational Therapist
A dedicated occupational therapist specializing in pediatric development through play-based therapy approaches. Areas of Expertise: • Fine Motor Skills Development • Handwriting and Printing Skills • Keyboarding Proficiency • Daily Living Skills • Self-Regulation • Play-Based Therapy • School-Based Occupations Education & Credentials: • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Queen's University Experience: Over a decade of experience in pediatric occupational therapy, focusing on fine motor skills, self-regulation, and school-based occupational development. Languages: English
Vidhi Joshi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
A compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist specializing in children's emotional development and communication skills. Creates safe, nurturing environments for therapeutic growth while working collaboratively with children and their families. Areas of Expertise: • Child and Family Therapy • Communication Skills Development • Emotional Growth Support • Social Interaction Enhancement • Parent-Child Collaboration • Developmental Stage Support • Resilience Building • Therapeutic Relationship Development Education & Credentials: Honours Bachelors in Science (HBSc) Masters of Arts (MA). Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) - RP(Q) Experience: Provides personalized psychotherapy services at Speak Squad, focusing on helping children develop foundational skills, enhance social interactions, and navigate developmental challenges. Languages: English