LITTLE STEPS THERAPY SERVICES - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Supervisor
- Interventionist Supervisor
- PRACTICUM COORDINATOR & SUPERVISOR
Alexandra Donovan is the Interventionist Supervisor and Practicum Coordinator at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Alexandra moved to Canada from Germany in 1992 after completing a 5-year training program as a " Nationally Recognized Educator", equivalent to a degree in Child and Youth Care but with a stronger emphasis in teaching. She has worked in a variety of settings, from private homes, group homes, preschools/kindergartens, occupational therapy, and school settings.
She joined Little Steps in 2008. Currently, as Senior BI and the Interventionist Supervisor, Alexandra provides 1:1 and group intervention as well as manages and supervises all Interventionists and practicum students as well as helping to train new staff.
Job Titles:
- Clinical Director and an Occupational Therapist
Alison Mead is the Clinical Director and an Occupational Therapist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Alison began working with Little Steps as an Occupational Therapist in 2006. She has been working with children with disabilities since she was a teenager through respite and camp work. Ali enjoys being able to spend her days playing with children and is continuously inspired by the kids and families she works with. Ali plans to pursue further education in the area of Feeding Therapy.
Amber Corbin is the Financial Assistant at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Amber has been in the Little Steps office since 2018.
She enjoys working with the people who bring her snacks and drinking copious amounts of coffee. If she's not at her desk, you can assume she is either hunting down parents for signatures, or curled up in a corner losing her mind. Amber encourages shopping on Amazon with the work credit card and pretending to work while hanging with coworkers.
Safety is important when it's convenient to Amber, but she can be easily swayed by inconvenience and/or snacks.
Job Titles:
- Financial Assistant
- Office Administrator
Job Titles:
- Coordinator
- EVENT COORDINATOR
Anna Dzioba is the Event Coordinator at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Audriana Monteiro is a physiotherapist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Audriana graduated from the University of Alberta with a Master's in Physical Therapy and has been working at Little Steps since 2017. She began working with children in her late teens and has experience working with children in child development centres, hospitals, and community settings. As a physiotherapist Audriana is passionate about empowering children through play and movement to develop confidence in their motor skills.
Bianca Matira is an Administrative Assistant at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Dawn Harris is a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Elaine McGoogan is a Speech Language Pathologist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Elaine joined Little Steps Therapy Services' team of clinical staff in 2013 after moving to Victoria from Scotland. Elaine has been working with children since 1995 and was involved in developing services in secondary schools for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning challenges that affected their communication skills. Elaine is continuously inspired by the nature and speed of language development she sees in her clients.
Erin O'Neil is an Occupational therapist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Erin has been a part of the Little Steps team since fall 2020 after completing her Masters degree in Occupational Therapy at UBC. Erin's background includes working in schools, camps, and recreational programs to help kids of all abilities participate, reach their goals, and have fun. When she's not at Little Steps, you can find Erin exploring the outdoors or curling up with a good book.
Hannah began working at Little Steps in 2021 after finishing her master's degree at the University of Alberta. She has been working with children with disabilities since 2015 in various settings. She has a client-centered approach and focuses on connection and creativity during sessions.
Outside of work Hannah loves to exercise, cook, and spend time with friends and family.
Ikjot Kaur is the Group Coordinator at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Ikjot started at Little Steps in 2013 as a CYC practicum student through UVic and has stayed here since then! A significant portion of her years at Little Steps was at their previous Strong Point program, as a Lead Educational Interventionist. Currently, she is a Lead Behavioural Interventionist and Group Coordinator. When she's not at work, she's usually out in the community volunteering.
James Donovan is a Speech Language Pathologist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
James has been with Little Steps Therapy Services since 2013. He enjoys being part of a supportive team and seeing the progress his clients work hard to make.
Jason Craig is the Physiotherapist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Jen has been with Little Steps for 15+ years; first as a Behavioural Interventionist and now as a Behaviour Consultant.
She is energetic and is always smiling. If she is not at Little Steps, you will find her outside playing with her two kids.
Jessica George-Falkner is a Volunteer Coordinator at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Krista is trained as an Occupational and Physical therapy assistant through Vancouver Community College. She is also a licensed Paramedic. In school, Krista knew that she wanted to work with children, she truly believes helping them, when they are young, sets them up for success.
Krista loves being able to work with the kids and see the progress over the months and watch them grow up and be all they can be. She lives on a farm with many animals and loves to see the excitement on the kids' faces from little learners and camp when they get to come over and ride the tractor, it truly makes her heart melt. Not many people can say they have 2 careers that they love and she is so grateful that she does.
Laurence Filion is an Occupational Therapist at Little Steps Therapy Services, she completed her Master of Occupational Therapy in 2015 at the University of Montreal. After Graduating, Laurence went on to pursue her interest in pediatrics. She has post-graduate training in SOS Approach to Feeding Therapy, Executive Functioning, Handwriting Without Tears, and The Zones of regulation. She will complete her Social Thinking curriculum in November 2018. Laurence is skilled using a play-based approach with therapy and making things fun. When she is not working, Laurence can be found gardening, cooking, and running around Victoria.
Job Titles:
- Speech - Language Pathologist
Lindsay Lorincz is a Speech-Language Pathologist at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Lindsay has been with the Little Steps team since 2019 after finishing her master's degree in Ontario at McMaster University. Her love of working with children started as a teenager teaching swimming lessons. Lindsay enjoys being part of a team that shares creative ideas to support clients while having fun.
Lynn Martindale is the Director of Finance at Little Steps.
Lynn received her CA (Chartered Accountant) designation in 1993. Since then she worked in the Tourism industry in Victoria. Lynn discovered this wonderful organization - Little Steps, and decided to help grow and develop the business.
Lynn has been with Little Steps since 2011 and enjoys working with the young, energetic staff who care so much for the children.
Maria Bruno is a Behaviour Consultant at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Maria moved to Canada from her home country Venezuela back in 2011. After completing her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. In 2009, while completing a research program, she discovered her passion to work with kids with special needs.
Once in Canada she completed the Autism and Behavioural Science program in Ontario, and after graduating she started working as a Behaviour Interventionist in clients' homes and within the community.
In July 2015, Maria joined Little Steps as an Interventionist and a couple of months later decided to pursue her certification as a Behaviour Analyst. She is currently a Behaviour Consultant and is passionate about working and supporting kids with ASD and their families in a variety of settings.
Nathalia Gagnon is a trained art therapist working at Little Steps Therapy Services. Nathalia joined the team of clinical staff in 2016 and has been working with children and youth since 2007. She has been involved in schools, hospital, psychiatric facility and community agencies.
Through art therapy, Nathalia focuses on the positive aspects of developmental pathways that can engage the innate resources of children's bodies, brains, minds and heart by redefining challenges as unique creative opportunities.
Taylan Dennis is a Summer Camp Coordinator at Little Steps Therapy Services.
Taylan started with Little Steps at the beginning of 2019 as a Practicum Student, and eagerly joined the team afterwards.
Her passion for working with children and her strong organizational skills have helped her grow into her Senior Interventionist position, Summer Camp coordinator, and CPI instructor.
Taylan loves the outdoors and when she isn't at work she can be found exploring with her dog Scooter or taking the office dog, Hank, to the beach
Victoria started at Little Steps in 2004 as an interventionist. Unsure at the time how to build a career out of her love for children, Victoria was excited to take any and all advice given to her by the clinical team at the time. Victoria completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Behaviour Analysis through Penn State and completed the requirements for the BCaBA certification.
After several years working as a Behaviour Consultant, Victoria was given the opportunity to become a partner within the organization. In 2015 Victoria became a Director of Little Steps, and also started a Master's program through Penn State. In August of 2017, Victoria completed her Masters, as well as completed the requirements for the BCBA certification. Victoria is dedicated to providing quality therapeutic services for the children and youth in the Greater Victoria Area.