Communicative Disorders Assistants

Effective communication skills for personal and professional success.

It starts with a fantastic team!

Meet our dedicated team of Communicative Disorders Assistants at All About Communication! Our CDA team is passionate about helping clients reach their communication goals. We’re here to support you every step of the way. Let us empower you to communicate with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re looking to improve speech or language, our team is committed to providing personalized and effective therapy solutions.

Communicative Disorders Assistants

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Olivia Rogoza

BAS, CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Nicole Campbell

RECE., DSW, CDA

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Brianna Pollard

BA Hons, CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Cassandra Carter

B.A.H., CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Fida Chehab

BA (Hons), CDA​

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Lynne Cook

BA, CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Alyssa Taylor

BAsc., CDA, Reg.CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

All About Communication - Expert communication coaching for confident speaking and listening skills.
Bronwyn Lacey

BA. Hons., CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Carley MacLean

CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Cassidy Jackman

BASc., CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Dari Hariharan

BSc (Hons), CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Erica Carson

CDA, Reg. CDAAC

Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Sarah Mitchell

BA, CDA

Communicative Disorders Assistant

Speech-Language Pathology Assistants

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Lisa Chapman

E.A.

Communicative Disorders Assistant

Olivia graduated from the University of Guelph Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Neuroscience and Psychology. She is a Communicative Disorders Assistant and a Certified AutPlay Therapist and Sensory Trained Clinician. Olivia is also a Director with the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada. Olivia has worked with adults, pre-school and school-aged children in areas such as articulation, phonological awareness and early language. However, recently, her focus has been working as part of the Entry to School program for Autistic children, which focuses on supporting sensory needs to increase engagement and communication. She is also passionate about group programs that involve parent training and opportunities for building connections between parents and caregivers. Olivia has trained with Wee Hands Everyday Sign and various Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) technology such as Pixon boards and LAMP. Outside of work, Olivia loves spending time with her dog Byron and doing DIY projects around her home!

Nicole graduated from the Communicative Disorders Assistant program at Durham College with honours. As well graduated from Loyalist College with a diploma in Early Childhood Education and Developmental Service work. She is a registered member of the College of ECE, Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC), and Speech-Language Audiology Canada SAC. She has experience working in group homes with children and adults in the neurodiverse population. As well she has worked in school settings as an ECE in the full-day Kindergarten program and an EA supporting children with all neuro types for over 7 years. She has provided services in a wide range of treatment areas, such as; social communication, articulation, language, literacy and pre-linguistic skills to children. Her diverse background has given her a solid foundation to work with a vast population. In her spare time, she loves being outside exploring with her two dogs and spends most of her spare time with her twin sister and nephews.

Brianna is a graduate of Brock University with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Linguistics and Child and Youth Studies. She then went on to further her education and completed her post-graduate certificate at Durham College to become a Communicative Disorders Assistant. Brianna is a Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) member. Brianna is passionate about working with children and has experience working with a neurodiverse population. She’s worked with children of all ages and has experience in various areas such as articulation, fluency, expressive/receptive language, reading, social communication and Augmentative and Alternative communications. Brianna is always open to learning opportunities and continuing her education in this field. Outside of work, you can find her working out, playing with her cat or spending time outdoors.

Cassandra is a graduate of Trent University with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Studies. She then went on to further her education with a post-graduate certificate at Durham College to become a Communicative Disorders Assistant. Cassandra is a Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) member. Cassandra loves working with children and has worked with children from a young age. She has lots of experience working with a neurodiverse population in many settings. Cassandra has experience working with expressive/receptive language, reading, literacy and social communication. You can find Cassandra enjoying the outdoors, swimming, and listening to Country music outside of work.

Fida graduated from York University with an Honours Double Major in Psychology and Linguistics and a Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Then, she continued to attend Durham College, where she completed her postgraduate certificate as a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA). Fida also completed additional training, such as the Orton-Gillingham Foundations and Associates courses, the Digging Deeper: Motor Speech Assessment and Therapy Course, and a Sensory Intensive Course. She has clinical experience working with articulation, motor speech, literacy, sensory integration, no-tech to low-tech AAC, and expressive and receptive language. Fida can carry out therapy in French and Arabic in addition to English.

Lynne is a graduate of Trent University with a degree in Sociology. She went to Georgian College for the Communicative Disorders Assistant program. Lynne has worked as a CDA for 32 years, working with the preschool, school-aged, and neurodiverse populations. She has experience in various areas of speech and language, such as early language, articulation, fluency, expressive/receptive language, phonological awareness, and social communication. Lynne has also conducted parent training workshops and programs. Lynne has worked as an infant hearing screener in Peterborough for the past 18 years. She has completed the SSI Motor speech training course phase 1 knowledge base. Lynne has three adult daughters. When Lynne isn’t at work, she enjoys various outdoor activities, and in the winter, she will be at the curling rink as a curler and an instructor in the junior program. Lynne is excited to be a part of the All About Communication Family.

Alyssa graduated from McMaster University with an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Behaviour. She also minored in Anthropology. Alyssa then furthered her education at Durham College, obtaining a post-graduate certificate from the Communicative Disorders Assistant program. Alyssa has been working with children of all ages since she graduated with her bachelor’s in 2021 and is passionate about supporting children’s communication. She began gaining experience in the field as soon as the first semester of her certificate when she volunteered at the Durham College Kids Speech and Language Clinic. Alyssa took on some clients under a supervising SLP to apply her skills and knowledge early on and receive constructive feedback. Since then, Alyssa has gained valuable experience and mentorship in articulation, gestalt language processors, alternative and augmentative communication, language, and literacy. She believes in neurodiversity-affirming practices and strives to create an inclusive experience for all. On the side, Alyssa works part-time as a Child and Youth Counsellor for foster children. You can find her making jewelry and listening to a good podcast outside of work.

Bronwyn is a graduate of Western University with an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in Psychology. She also completed courses in Crisis Intervention at Seneca College during her undergraduate degree. Following this, Bronwyn continued her studies by completing the post-graduate certificate program at Durham College to become a Communicative Disorders Assistant. She has a passion for working with children and using play to provide therapy. Additionally, she has experience working with a neurodiverse population. Bronwyn has experience working with expressive/receptive language, articulation, pre-linguistic skills, reading, literacy, Augmentative and Alternative Communications, and social communication. Outside work, you can find her enjoying the outdoors and spending time with her pet bunny.

Carley graduated with honours from the Child and Youth Care program at Durham College. She then furthered her education with a post-graduate certificate from the Communicative Disorders Assistant Program at Durham College with honours.  Carley is a registered Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) member. She has experience working with adult, preschool, school-aged, and neurodiverse populations. Carley has experience in various areas of speech and language, such as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), literacy, articulation, and social communication. Along with working as a CDA, Carley also works as a recreation aid for adults with Alzheimer’s. Carley enjoys baking, fishing, and spending time with her family, friends, and pets in her free time!

Cassidy graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Child, Youth and Family Studies. Cassidy furthered her studies and received a post-graduate certificate from Durham College in the Communicative Disorders Assistant program. She is also a member of the College of ECE and the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC). Cassidy has experience working with children from infancy to school age in camp programs, daycares, schools, and children’s centre environments. Outside of work, Cassidy enjoys yoga, bike rides and exploring different trails for hiking

Dari is a graduate of McMaster University with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences with a specialization in Sensory Motor Systems. She then went on to further her education with a post-graduate certificate at Durham College to become a Communicative Disorders Assistant. Dari is a Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) member. Dari enjoys working with clients of all ages. She has experience working on articulation, expressive/receptive language, pre-linguistic skills, literacy, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) with preschool and school-age children. She also has experience performing hearing screenings, hearing tests, hearing aid maintenance/repairs for adults, and promoting hearing health at community outreach events. Outside work, Dari enjoys reading, dancing, learning new languages, and spending time with her friends and family.

Erica graduated from Durham College with a post-graduate certificate in the Communicative Disorders Assistant program. Erica is also a member of the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC), and she has experience working with children of all ages and the neurodiverse community. Her passion for supporting communication development started with volunteering in neurodiverse schools around the world when working for Disney Cruise Line, and that led her to volunteer with the Entry to School Program and further her education to become a CDA. Erica enjoys reading, attending concerts, and cheering on her favourite sports teams outside of work.

Sarah graduated from the Communicative Disorders Assistant program at Durham College with honours. She also completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Laurentian University. Sarah has always had a passion for helping people and knew she could do her best working with kids. While at Durham College, Sarah gained as much experience as she could by volunteering at the Durham College Kids Speech and Language Clinic, then completed her placement hours at our Entry to School program, where she now works, and sees her own clients. Sarah has a strong passion for all forms of communication, with a special interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication, and is learning American Sign Language in her free time. Sarah believes strongly in neuro-affirming ideologies and is always open to furthering her knowledge and skills in this field. In her off time, Sarah can be found spending time with her family and friends, learning ASL, or out on the lake. 

Lisa completed her Educational Assistant Diploma from Sir Sandford Fleming College in Peterborough. She then went on to complete the Managing Complex Behaviour Certificate from Sir Sandford Fleming College. In 2024, Lisa completed the Speech-Language Pathology Therapy Assistant Training Program. Lisa has over 30 years experience working with children who have communicative disorders in the education system.. Her focus has been supporting students in the areas of Augmentative and Alternative communication (AAC), social communication, regulation, phonological awareness and literacy. She has worked with children who have developmental delays, learning disabilities and genetic disorders. Lisa is passionate about helping children meet their fullest potential and strives to build on their individual strengths. She values the importance of working collaboratively with her clients and their families. When Lisa is not at work, she loves spending time with her family and enjoying the outdoors. 

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