Meet our team
Our compassionate team at Expanding Horizons Therapy brings expertise in occupational therapy, social work, psychotherapy, speech-language therapy and physical therapy to clients throughout Ottawa and surrounding areas.
We provide personalized assessments and interventions in both English and French, ensuring that each client receives the care they need, in the language they are most comfortable with.
For additional information regarding each therapist, view their profile by clicking their picture.
Occupational Therapists & Psychotherapists
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Meg is the founder of Expanding Horizons and has many years of experience working with children and youth. She strives to enable her clients to reach their full potential in life, school, and play.
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Mark brings many years of experience from a hospital based setting in addition to completing psychometry in private practice to his psychotherapy practice. Mark offers services in English and French.
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Lauren is a passionate & hardworking OT whose positive attitude & inquisitive personality aid her in harnessing new skills & honing her expertise. She has a special interest in working with children and youth in the areas of sensory processing, sensory regulation and fine and gross motor skills.
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Carolyn is an enthusiastic OT working with children and youth in the community, schools and mental health settings. Her interests include fine-motor assessment and teaching self-regulation strategies.
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Alyssa is passionate about working with teens and pre-teens in acute mental health setting. She has years of experience volunteering with kids with chronic pain. She loves to work with kids of all ages in areas of mental health, self-regulation, pain management as well as fine and gross motor skills.
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Emilie has experience working in a school setting with students from kindergarten to grade 12, with a wide variety of diagnoses and abilities. She loves working with children and youth in areas of fine motor skills, gross motor skills, self-regulation, mental health and sensory processing.
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Holly is committed to creating a space that cultivates each of her client’s strengths and passions and prioritizes self-efficacy, autonomy and agency in therapy and beyond! She is excited to add to her ‘OT toolbox’ and more specifically, expand upon her knowledge on feeding, self and emotional regulation, sensory processing and gross and fine motor skill development.
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Estefania is a motivated occupational therapist who has worked with individuals of all ages and various needs. She loves helping her clients engage in activities that are the most meaningful, important and helpful to their everyday life. Estefania has worked in hospital, private practice and rehab settings.
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As an occupational therapist, Caitlin’s special interest in the area of child and youth mental health brought her to Expanding Horizons Occupational Therapy. Caitlin’s experience and interests also include working with children and youth diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, genetic conditions, mental health concerns, and sensory-related concerns. She also has experience working with adults and youth in managing post-concussion syndrome.
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Adrianna has long been passionate about collaborating with children of all abilities and their families. She has several years of experience working with children in diverse settings, including a childcare centre, pediatric hospital and in an adaptive dance program. During her graduate degree, she gained valuable clinical experience working in an autism program at a children’s hospital, a neonatal follow up clinic, and in a rehabilitation hospital.
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Nick is a keen and inventive OT, dedicated to the profession and the individuals he works with. His lived and work experience equips him with skills to support mental health &
wellbeing, social-level challenges, difficulties at school and at home, and meaningful belonging for all identities. Nick has learned and worked in a variety of clinical and community settings, in English and French, with pre-teens, at-risk youth, adults, and older adults.
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Sonia is a creative and supportive occupational therapist with a passion for helping children and youth reach their full potential. Sonia has gained diverse experience working with children, youth, and adults in a private clinic setting, hospital, in the community, and in a children’s health centre. Sonia is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care, taking joy in being a part of her clients’ journeys toward growth and success.
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Amanda is passionate about promoting mental health across the lifespan, committed to helping clients build skills, confidence, and resilience for meaningful engagement in daily activities. She works collaboratively with clients to foster self-regulation, independence, and participation in routines and life roles. Her approach integrates sensory strategies, cognitive-behavioral principles, and mindfulness-based techniques to support positive outcomes and overall well-being.
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Victoria obtained a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from McMaster University. Victoria is passionate about promoting health and wellbeing through meaningful activities and believes in taking a holistic, evidenced-based, collaborative, and relationship-centred approach.
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I am thrilled to work as an occupational therapist and help people achieve goals meaningful to them and their lifestyle. I am proud to offer services in both French and English to reach as many people as possible and make a lasting impact in the lives of my clients. I had the privilege of working with kids during my graduate degree and look forward to continuing in this field.
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Megan is motivated and passionate about helping individuals of all ages participate in their meaningful occupations. Megan has experience working with children, youth, and adults. Her recent experiences include hospital, rehabilitation, and private practice settings. Megan is interested in working with children in the areas of gross motor, fine motor, sensory processing, and self regulation.
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Phoebe is our new therapy dog candidate! She is mild mannered and loves to participate in therapy sessions.
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Samantha is an occupational therapist who’s passionate about helping children build confidence, independence, and everyday skills through fun, engaging, and personalized therapy. Her playful and supportive approach has been shaped by years of experience working with children in camps, coaching soccer, and teaching dance. With clinical experience in private pediatric settings, acute care and inpatient rehabilitation, Sam aims to create a space where children feel safe, understood, and excited to learn and grow.
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Stéphanie is a graduate from the University of Ottawa offering OT services in both English and French. She is especially interested in child and youth mental health, self-regulation as well as sensory processing.
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Giuliana is a compassionate and patient OT who believes in the importance of connecting with children and youth in such a way that therapy sessions are not only beneficial, but also enjoyable. She strives to create a supportive, safe environment where all feelings and emotions are valid. Giuliana has a strong background in mental health, but enjoys working with children in all aspects of their lives.
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Jessica is passionate and committed about working in pediatrics to help support children and their families. She has many years of experience working with children and youth with a variety of abilities, within the settings of hospitals, schools, and clinics. Her interests include Autism Spectrum Disorder, mindfulness, sensory processing, developmental milestones, learning disabilities, and fine and gross motor skills.
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Bethany is a passionate OT who values collaboration and connection. She has worked rurally with people of all ages but her passion for children and youth brought her here to Expanding Horizons. Bethany is always looking to expand her skill set and apply new learning to her practice. Bethany aims to make people feel safe when facing their challenges, and gain confidence in their strengths!
Occupational Therapist Assistants
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Rebecca is a hardworking and dedicated student working towards a master's in Occupational Therapy. She is devoted to creating a welcoming, safe, and enriching environment for kids to thrive and learn to achieve their developmental goals. Rebecca is fluently bilingual and looks forward to offering therapy in French and English.
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Josephine is an eager student working towards pursuing a masters in Occupational Therapy. She is committed to creating a welcoming and creative space for children to grow by achieving their goals. Jo is also Bilingual and is excited to offer therapy in French and English.
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Aashna is a hard-working and dedicated student, working towards finishing her Cognitive Science degree, with the eventual goal of pursuing a Master's in Occupational Therapy. Using an empathetic and attentive approach, she supports children in achieving their meaningful goals. Aashna is fluent in English and Gujarati and has working proficiency in French.
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Elizabeth (she/her/elle) is a university student working towards obtaining her masters in Occupational Therapy. She thrives to create a safe, enriching and fun space for kids to learn, play and grow. She is bilingual and happy to offer support both in French and English.
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Sevika is an Occupational Therapy Assistant with a background in neuroscience and mental health. She is passionate about helping children build confidence and independence with everyday skills. With a caring and empathetic approach, she is excited to continue learning and growing alongside experienced Occupational Therapists. Sevika is fluent in both English and French and values creating a supportive, inclusive environment.
Physiotherapists
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From paediatrics to geriatrics, Jon strives to provide a fun, movement-based approach within his physiotherapy practice to help individuals of all ages achieve their goals. As a physiotherapist, his goal is to enhance movement, function, and well-being through a combination of manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription, and education on both injury management and prevention.
Speech-Language Pathology
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Rachel is a Speech-Language Pathologist with a Master of Clinical Science from Western University. She is passionate about family-centred care and co-creating functional goals that fit into daily life. Having grown up in a busy household as one of five kids, she understands how chaotic life can be and values practical, flexible support. Her areas of expertise include speech sound disorders, motor speech disorders, autism, and developmental language disorders.
Admin
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As a new member of our administrative team, Shannon brings over a decade of extensive experience in client service to Expanding Horizons Therapy. With her warm and welcoming approach, she is passionately committed to making every interaction a positive one. Her goal is to ensure everyone she assists feels valued, genuinely cared for, and leaves their experience thoroughly satisfied.
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With a strong background in administrative work and a genuine love for supporting others, Jameelah is here to provide thoughtful, compassionate, and reliable support to all clients at Expending Horizons, in French and English!
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Gracy is a student at the University of Ottawa where she is currently pursuing her B.Sc. in Biomedical Science with a Minor in Feminist and Gender Studies. Gracy has always known that she wants to work with kids and feels lucky to support the team and families at Expanding Horizons. Gracy is bilingual and can assist clients in communicating in English and Punjabi.
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Social Workers
Patrick is a registered clinical social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). He has completed a Bachelor and Master of Social Work degrees from the University of Ottawa and Western University, respectively. Patrick has extensive experience working with at-risk youth, teens, and young adults, as well as their immediate families and friends, and takes pride in creating and nurturing an open, safe, trusting, and welcoming environment in every session.
Hodan’s work extends beyond traditional boundaries, as she also serves as a mental health therapist, where she focuses on fostering growth within Francophone and immigrant communities. This dual capacity allows Hodan to offer comprehensive support tailored to the unique needs of these groups. She believes that by working together, we can create a supportive environment that promotes mutual understanding and effectively addresses mental health challenges.
Marie-Pier is a clinical social worker dedicated to guiding individuals toward a healthier, and more fulfilled life. She offers services in French and English. With a rich background spanning hospital, school, and community settings, she brings a wealth of experience in navigating the complexities of mental health, family dynamics, life changes, and relationship challenges. Her passion lies in understanding the unique journeys of her clients and empowering them to make positive changes.
Kate (She/Her) is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Kate completed her BSW and MSW at Carleton University. She has experience in working with youth, young adults, and their families. Kate strives to keep her services empowering and inclusive to youth and young adults in regard to their mental health.