Your dedicated team of
Communicative Disorders Assistants
Meet our dedicated team of Communicative Disorders Assistants at All About Communication! With years of experience and a passion for helping clients reach their communication goals, our CDA team is 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, language, or swallowing abilities, our team is committed to providing personalized and effective therapy solutions.
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Communicative Disorders Assistants
Olivia Rogoza, BAS, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
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 Campbell, RECE., DSW, CDA
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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.
Pamela Vandewater, D.S.W., CDA, REG. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
Brianna Pollard, BA Hons, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 Carter, B.A.H., CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
Fida Chehab, BA (Hons), CDA
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 Cook, BA, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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.
Ashna Dhillon, BS, CDA, Reg. CDAA
Communicative Disorders Assistant
Ashna graduated from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Cognitive Science, specializing in Language and Linguistics. She then pursued further education at Durham College, earning a post-graduate certificate in the Communicative Disorders Assistant program. Raised in a multilingual family, Ashna’s fascination with language began early, driving her interest in language acquisition and development in all life stages. In addition to her work in pediatric speech intervention, Ashna contributes to a community stroke rehabilitation program. Ashna brings experience to her practice in areas such as Gestalt Language Processing, alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), expressive/receptive language, and early language intervention. Ashna keeps neurodiversity-affirming practices at the forefront of her approach. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys immersing herself in reading, baking, and recently, crochet.
Nayana Benny
Communicative Disorders Assistant
Nayana is a communicative disorders assistant with several years of experience in the field. She holds an Honours diploma in Communicative Disorders Assistance from Durham College and a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from India. A registered member of the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada, she focuses on working with Autistic children and has a growing interest in Gestalt Language Processing.Outside of her clinical work, Nayana enjoys singing, curating home décor, and hosting events.
Alyssa Taylor, BAsc., CDA, Reg.CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 Lacey, BA. Hons., CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 MacLean, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 Jackman, BASc., CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 Hariharan, BSc (Hons), CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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 Carson, CDA, Reg. CDAAC
Communicative Disorders Assistant
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.
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