Meet Our “Big Cubs!”

Occupational Therapy

Manroop, OT

BSc (Life Sciences, Honors), MSc Physiology, MScOT, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Manroop is a Registered Occupational Therapist with a background in psychology and human biology, with a strong desire to enable children with diverse needs and abilities to achieve their goals and participate in what is meaningful to them to the fullest degree possible. She believes therapy that is centred around the individual child and their unique needs is key to problem-solving obstacles and developing skills for success, in addition to strengthening the child’s self-efficacy.
Manroop’s various educational and practical experiences spanning different contexts and a broad scope of responsibilities inform her therapeutic approach, which she strives to keep evolving with the most recent evidence-based research and training.
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
Manroop supports children and teens with:
- Sensory processing and integration
- Emotional regulation and interoception
- Motor planning and coordination
- Executive functioning skills
- Balance (vestibular) and body awareness (proprioception)
- Develop fine motor and gross motor skills
- Activities of daily living (ADLs), self-care, and leisure activities
She has experience working with children with ASD, ADHD, developmental delays, and cerebral palsy.
Training & Certifications
Manroop is dedicated to ongoing professional learning in:
- Neurodiversity-affirming and play-based practices
- Handwriting (Handwriting Without Tears®)
- Sensory processing
- Emotional regulation (Zones of Regulation®)
- Interoception
- Gross motor development
- Ongoing education in pediatric feeding therapy (SOS Approach to Feeding®)

Jasminder, OT

BA (Honours) Health & Society/Comms, MScOT, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Jasminder is a Registered Occupational Therapist with a strong passion for pediatrics and mental health. She has experience working with children and families across a variety of roles and settings! Jasminder is committed to providing occupational therapy services that meet the unique and holistic needs of families through a collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming, and play-based approach. Her aim as an OT is to build strong, trusting relationships with clients and families to empower them in achieving their goals.
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
Jasminder supports children and teens with:
- Self-regulation and emotional regulation
- Sensory processing and integration
- Development of fine motor and gross motor skills
- Activities of daily living (ADLs), self-care, and leisure activities
Training & Certifications
Jasminder is dedicated to ongoing professional learning in:
- Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation
- Zones of Regulation®
- Play Therapy approaches
- Handwriting Without Tears®

Diyana, OT

Diyana is an Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting children and families through meaningful, play-based, and strengths-based care. Her pediatric clinical experience has included working with children and adolescents with diverse developmental, sensory, motor, and social-emotional needs across clinic, community, and group-based settings.
Diyana values building strong, trusting relationships with children and their families and believes therapy is most meaningful when it is collaborative, engaging, and tailored to each child’s individual strengths and goals. Her approach is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming, family-centred, and trauma-informed practice, with a focus on helping children build confidence and participate more fully in the activities that matter to them.
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
- Sensory processing and self-regulation
- Emotional regulation and social-emotional development
- Fine and gross motor skill development
- Activities of daily living and functional independence
- Feeding and mealtime participation
- Social participation and play
- Developmental differences and diverse occupational needs
Professional Learning & Interests
- Neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based care
- Sensory processing and regulation (Zones of Regulation®)
- Play-based intervention
- Family-centred coaching and collaboration
- Handwriting Without Tears®
- SOS Approach to Feeding®

Kylie, OT

Kylie is a provisional occupational therapist with a strong passion for working with pediatric populations in home healthcare. She believes that working within the context of a child's home and family environment is essential. Children spend most of their time with their parents and caregivers, so building strong relationships and setting goals that matter to the whole family is central to her practice.

Kylie's approach is playful and spontaneous. She meets children where they are, following their lead, adapting in the moment, and using play as the foundation for building skills and relationships. Rather than doing things for children, she focuses on helping them discover strategies that work for them, using metacognitive approaches to build self-awareness, problem-solving, and independence that lasts well beyond the session.
She believes therapy should feel natural and joyful, and she practices in a neuro-affirming lens. Kylie has experience across a range of pediatric settings, including hospitals, schools, and the community.
Kylie supports children and teens with:
- Self-regulation and emotional regulation
- Executive functioning skills
- Life skills (e.g., street safety, safe cooking, taking the TTC, cleaning, laundry, school transitions, financial management/budgeting)
- Developmental delays
- Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
She has experience working with children with ASD (verbal and non-verbal), ADHD, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and developmental delays. Kylie is interested in professional development in sensory processing, feeding and handwriting after her NOTCE exam.

OT

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Victoria, OTA

Victoria is a graduate of the accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) program at Georgian College, with experience supporting individuals across the lifespan with diverse physical and cognitive needs. She is passionate about creating engaging, play-based activities that help children build independence, confidence, and essential life skills in a way that feels natural and fun.
Victoria holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Guelph, providing her with a strong foundation in human behaviour, emotional regulation, and development. She values the role of meaningful activities in therapy and enjoys tailoring interventions to each child’s unique interests and strengths.
She is interested in further training in
- Neurodiversity-affirming care
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation
Outside of work, Victoria enjoys playing softball and soccer, exploring the outdoors, and expressing her creativity through knitting and crochet. She also loves board games like Codenames and Catan, and dumplings are her favourite food.

Mariam, OTA

HBSc (Life Sciences), Concurrent Certificate in Rehabilitation Sciences, MScOT (Student)
Mariam is an Occupational Therapy Assistant with a passion for helping children thrive through meaningful, play-based experiences. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences and a Concurrent Certificate in Rehabilitation Sciences from McMaster University, and is a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MScOT) student at the University of Toronto.
Mariam has experience supporting children with diverse developmental needs in occupational therapy, behavioural, and social skills programs. She enjoys creating engaging activities that build confidence in everyday life while celebrating each child’s unique strengths.
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
Mariam has experience supporting children with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Developmental delays
- School readiness and kindergarten transition
- Fine motor and daily living skills
- Self-regulation and emotional development
- Social communication and peer interaction
- Functional independence through play-based intervention
She is passionate about working alongside children and families to create a positive, supportive environment where every child feels empowered to succeed.
Outside of work, Mariam loves baking, planning events, and expressing her creativity through arts and crafts.

Luxmeena, OTA

Lux is an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA EAP) with over three years of experience supporting children with ASD, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, learning disabilities, and developmental delays in therapeutic, educational, behavioural, and recreational community settings. She is passionate about creating engaging, play-based activities that help children build independence, confidence, and functional skills. Lux has completed training in Health Behaviour Change (Alison – Empower Yourself Program) and Trauma and Violence Informed Care (TVIC) through Western University, EQUIP Health Care, and the University of British Columbia. She is interested in further training in Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation.
Outside of work, Lux enjoys yoga, cardio and strength training, playing pickleball, and vlogging.

Mehak, OTA

Mehakpreet Singh is a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) with experience supporting children with ADHD, ASD, Cerebral Palsy, and learning disabilities across clinical and community settings. Mehak is a dedicated Therapist Assistant with extensive experience providing school-based pediatric rehabilitation. Working under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist, he implements structured interventions that bridge the gap between clinical goals and classroom success. Mehak specializes in self-regulation, executive functioning, and fine motor skills, utilizing play-based therapeutic approaches to foster social interaction and functional engagement. His collaborative approach ensures that teachers, caregivers, and inter-professional teams work in harmony to optimize every child's developmental outcomes.
He is passionate about creating a supportive, motivating environment and designing engaging, play-based sessions that help children build independence, confidence, and functional skills.
Mehak is interested in further training in
- Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation
- Assistive Technology
Outside of work, Mehak enjoys staying active through walks, spending time with his dog, and exploring new places.

Speech Therapy

Christina, SLP

Christina is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with and without exceptionalities. She centres her practice around a child-centred approach - following the child’s lead and prioritizing the relationships she builds with them above all else, understanding that communication and willingness to do so starts with comfort.
Christina strives to find and highlight the voice in every child she works with, encouraging any and all modes of communication and fostering those that best suit them. She creates a therapy environment that is understanding, motivating, and a safe space for her clients to express themselves, whether that be verbally, gesturally, or through an augmentative communication device.
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
Christina supports children and young adults with:
- Developmental delays affecting speech, language, play, and early learning skills
- Speech sound disorders, including articulation, that impact clarity and intelligibility
- Motor speech disorders, such as childhood apraxia of speech and dysarthria, including those related to cerebral palsy or neurological differences
- Rare genetic and chromosomal conditions
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, such as learning to use or becoming proficient in various systems
- Neurodivergent diagnoses working on communication, social interaction, and self-advocacy
- Complex communication needs involving multiple diagnoses, medical conditions, or sensory-motor challenges
Training & Certifications
Christina is passionate about being a lifelong learner and continuing to further her knowledge to deliver the best possible care and counselling to her clients. She intends to expand her training in:
- Paediatric dysphagia
- Neurodiversity-affirming practices
- Parent coaching and caregiver education
- Motor speech intervention

Isma, CDA

Isma is a graduate of the Communicative Disorders Assistant program at Georgian College and holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Science of Language from McMaster University. She has experience working with children with a variety of communication needs across clinical and school-based settings.
Isma is passionate about making therapy engaging, meaningful, and individualized to each child. She enjoys incorporating children’s interests into sessions and finding creative ways to support their communication while building confidence and independence. She values a neurodiversity-affirming approach that recognizes and respects each child’s unique strengths, differences, and ways of communicating. She believes communication can look different for every child and values supporting children in expressing themselves in ways that feel natural and meaningful to them.
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
Isma has experience supporting children with:
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Receptive and expressive language
- Speech sound development and articulation
- Early language development and functional communication
- Social communication
Outside of work, Isma enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring new cafés and restaurants, and travelling.

SLP

Coming soon to a Cubhouse near you!

Psychotherapy & Arts-Based Therapy

Madisyn, Psychotherapist (Qual.)

BA, Adv. Diploma (Fine Arts)
RP (Q), DTATI (candidate)
Madisyn is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and art therapy student with experience supporting children, adults, and older adults in both community and 1-on-1 settings. Her clinical experience includes working with children navigating grief and loss, where she uses art-making as a supportive way for young clients to express emotions, process experiences, and build coping skills when words may be difficult to access. Madisyn emphasizes creating a safe, flexible, and collaborative environment where children can explore their feelings through play, imagery, and creative materials. In addition to her work with children, Madisyn has experience supporting adults navigating trauma, mental health challenges, and the impacts of poverty and systemic stress, as well as facilitating art-based engagement with older adults in long-term care settings
Clinical Experience & Areas of Focus
- Art psychotherapy
- Art as therapy
- Facilitating individual and group art therapy sessions
- Supporting children’s emotional expression and coping through developmentally appropriate art-based interventions
- Use of diverse artistic modalities in therapy, including drawing, painting, textiles (sewing, embroidery, crochet), ceramics, and mixed media
Training & Certifications
Madisyn is passionate about growing her practice and continues to expand her training in areas including:
- Art-based approaches to support clients through trauma, their grief journey, and mental health
- Art as therapy approaches
- Ethical practice and reflective supervision in art psychotherapy
My guiding intention is to use the creative process to help children feel seen, supported, and empowered to express their inner worlds.

Volunteers

Maha, Health Literacy Coordinator

Maha is a Level 3 student at McMaster University pursuing a Combined Honours degree in Health & Society and Sociology, along with a concurrent certificate in Rehabilitation Science. Through her experience teaching and working alongside children, supporting youth and families through community services, and creating social media content, she has developed a strong interest in accessible and meaningful health communication.

Maha is passionate about health literacy because she believes that health information should be easy to understand, welcoming, and accessible to everyone. She is particularly interested in helping families navigate health information and connect with resources that can support them in navigating their health needs. She hopes to create thoughtful and engaging content that makes important health information feel less overwhelming and more approachable, especially for children, families, and vulnerable communities.

Julia, Student Volunteer

Julia is in her final year of a Bachelor of One Health (BOH) at the University of Guelph, aiming to pursue a career in pediatric occupational therapy. Driven by a desire to help children overcome individual challenges, her goal is to support young individuals in gaining independence so they can live healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives.
Through seven years of experience with City of Toronto Aquatics as a lifeguard and Aquatic Program Assistant, Julia has developed a strong foundation in working alongside youth while assisting with swim lessons. Continuing her dedication to inclusive support, she currently volunteers with a youth outreach program focused on expanding accessibility and creating inclusive recreation opportunities for children of all abilities.

Aala, Student Volunteer

Aala is currently in her second year of the Occupational Therapy program at the University of Toronto. Drawn to work that allows her to connect with people, Aala is passionate about helping individuals build independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Through several years of experience working with children in roles such as camp counselling and the HWDSB International Languages Program, Aala has developed experience supporting children with a variety of personalities, learning styles, strengths, and needs. These experiences have strengthened her ability to be flexible and creative, whether adapting how she communicates, modifying an activity to better engage a child, or finding new approaches when something is not working.
Her OT fieldwork experiences have also provided opportunities to work with older adults, further developing her appreciation for the ways occupational therapy can support individuals across different stages of life. Aala is particularly passionate about advocacy and ensuring that the people she works with feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care. She is naturally curious and values opportunities to learn from diverse populations, perspectives, and experiences as she continues to grow as a future occupational therapist.