Verena is passionate about working with toddlers, children, and young adults with diverse needs. She incorporates meaningful activities, according to each child’s unique strengths and interests, into each therapy session. Verena enjoys collaborating with children and their families to address goals in the areas of social-emotional development, handwriting, fine and gross motor skills, and feeding. She is formally trained in Handwriting Without Tears and the SOS Approach to Feeding. Verena holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and an Honours BSc in Life Sciences, with a Mental Health specialization, both from the University of Toronto. To unwind and relax, the beach is Verena’s favourite place to be - if you squint your eyes and look into the distance, you’ll probably find her on a paddle board!

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Alyssa has experience working with children and youth with various diagnoses. Alyssa’s approach blends creativity, playfulness, collaboration, and personal connection, whilst honouring the unique strengths, preferences, and goals of each child to create individualized strategies and ensure a positive and meaningful therapy experience. Alyssa is formally trained in the SOS Approach to Feeding, the Lori Overland Sensory Approach to Feeding, Handwriting Without Tears, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention. Alyssa holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Western University and an Honours BA in Health Studies from Queen’s University. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys reading, going on walks, traveling, and spending quality time with her friends, family, and cat.

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Ester loves working with children and their families to support growth, independence, and joyful participation in everyday life. She believes therapy works best when it feels fun and meaningful, and she enjoys using play, creativity, and collaboration to help kids build confidence and new skills. Drawing on a strong foundation in inquiry and problem-based learning, Ester approaches each session with curiosity, flexibility, and care. She holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and a BHSc in Child Health, both from McMaster University. Outside of work, Ester can be found exploring new restaurants, tackling puzzles of all kinds, or planning her next travel adventure!

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Carolyn has experience working with children of all ages and abilities in the public and private sectors. She applies a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach to support children in building the confidence to engage independently in their everyday activities. She is especially interested in working with school-agers to develop functional fine motor and handwriting skills. Carolyn is trained in Handwriting Without Tears, Therapeutic Listening, and The Learn, Play, Thrive Approach to Autism. Carolyn holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Western University and an Honours BSc in Psychology from the University of Toronto. Outside of work, you will likely find Carolyn in a hot yoga studio!

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Mackenzie is dedicated to supporting children and teens to develop functional skills, including activities of daily living, fine and gross motor skills, and sensory and emotional regulation. Mackenzie strives to create a positive therapy environment where children feel comfortable exploring new skills. She values working closely with families to ensure therapy strategies are seamlessly integrated into daily life. Mackenzie holds a Learning Without Tears Handwriting Specialist Certification. She obtained her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto and a research-based Master’s in Health & Rehabilitation Sciences from Western University. Mackenzie’s favourite activities outside of work include tennis, knitting, and experimenting in the kitchen!

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Eunice enjoys working with young children to promote their learning and independence. She uses a child-led approach to promote motor development and positive feeding outcomes. She has training in TalkTools Oral Placement Therapy, Feeding Therapy (Melanie Potock – “It’s Not Just About Swallowing”), NDT for ASD: Neuro-Developmental Treatment for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Handwriting Without Tears. Eunice received her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto and an Honours BSc in Biology at McMaster University. In her free time, Eunice enjoys playing with her dog and DIY-ing just about anything!

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