Meet The Thera+Kids Team

Olivia Gross
Co-founder
Speech-Language Pathologist
MEd., MHSc., SLP Reg. CASLPO
Olivia has experience working with children who identify as neurodiverse and has
extensive knowledge within the areas of language, social communication, articulation, literacy, fluency and voice.

Lori A. Gross
Co-founder
Clinic Program Director
M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology
With over 25 years of clinical experience, Lori brings a unique vision blending “art” and science to clinical practice, which is strongly rooted in collaborative thinking, creativity, early diagnosis, and intervention.

Christine Muscat
Speech-Language Pathologist
PhD Candidate (Rehabilitation Sciences)
MSc., MHSc., SLP Reg. CASLPO
Christine has worked with children and youth in private practice and rehabilitation hospital settings. She has a passion for applying research-based evidence to clinical practice and working with children, families, and the child’s interdisciplinary team.

Allison Winter Paul
Speech-Language Pathologist
Feeding Therapist
MHSc., SLP Reg. CASLPO
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Allison is a warm and knowledgeable Speech-Language Pathologist and Feeding Therapist with a strong foundation in early childhood development. She has a special interest in supporting young children across a variety of areas including speech sounds (articulation), early communication and language development, social communication, and motor speech skills.

Natalie Groisman
Speech-Language Pathologist
MHSc., SLP Reg. CASLPO
Natalie is a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist. Her clinical background spans pediatric populations including preschoolers, school-age children, and adolescents across various clinical settings with a focus on supporting autistic children and those with diverse communication needs. She is passionate about play-based, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that celebrates each child’s unique strengths and interests that fosters meaningful connections.

Sara Kurniadi
Occupational Therapist
MScOT, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Sara is an occupational therapist with a passion for helping children thrive in their daily lives. With experience working with diverse populations and a special interest in autism, Sara brings both clinical knowledge and lived experience. Having grown up with sensory processing disorder, becoming an OT has been a full-circle moment—fueling her empathy, creativity, and commitment to inclusive, strength based treatment.
