Meet the Team

We are a team of dedicated, highly trained professionals who believe that meaningful change happens when expertise meets genuine connection. Working collaboratively across disciplines, we use evidence-based practices to support our clients and achieve outcomes that improve daily life. Our practice is rooted in family-centred care and a strengths-based approach, meaning we celebrate and build upon what each client already does well. We are a supportive, collaborative, and dedicated team who are invested in your journey and success.

Amanda Cescolini, MHSc. S-LP, Reg. CASLPO

Speech-Language Pathologist, Owner and Clinical Director

Amanda has long been dedicated to offering authentic support, helping individuals develop and achieve their goals. She completed a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education, with a minor in Family Supports and Community Practice, from Toronto Metropolitan University. She studied child development, tailored teaching practices, family-centred community support, and the foundations of interprofessional practice. Amanda then earned a Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Toronto, where she studied the assessment and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.

She has had the privilege of developing her clinical skills by providing speech-language pathology services to children and youth at the Alberta Children's Hospital, the York Region District School Board, and through home-based community care, as well as to adults at Toronto Rehab. Amanda has experience evaluating and supporting a wide range of areas, including speech sounds, early language, receptive and expressive language, literacy, social communication, play and engagement, cognitive communication, feeding and swallowing, as well as augmentative and alternative communication. Grounded in collaborative problem-solving, she is committed to improving lives through education, skill development, and clinical understanding.

Additional training and certifications:

PROMPT
Orton-Gillingham

Languages:

English

Emilia has always been passionate about helping others reach their full potential. She earned her Honours Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in Psycholinguistics from the University of Toronto, where she developed a strong understanding of language formation and development. She then moved to the United States to complete a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. Emilia built her paediatric clinical experience through work at the university’s in-house clinic and with school-aged children at Columbia County Elementary School. She developed her adult clinical skills at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in the acute care unit, where she assessed and treated various forms of dysphagia, aphasia, and other language disorders associated with dementia.

Emilia completed her clinical fellowship at a paediatric clinic in Charleston, South Carolina. There, she independently conducted standardized assessments and provided treatment for a wide range of clients with language disorders, phonological and articulation disorders, autism spectrum disorder, auditory processing challenges, apraxia of speech, and developed a specific interest in paediatric dysphagia. When she is not working, Emilia enjoys travelling, reading and spending time with her family. She is motivated by seeing her clients succeed and is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment that fosters growth.

Emilia Scanga, M.Sc. S-LP, Reg. CASLPO

Speech-Language Pathologist

Languages:

English
Italian
French

Michal Gahary, M.Sc. OT, Reg. COTO

Occupational Therapist

Michal is a registered Occupational Therapist with over 12 years of clinical experience working with children and adolescents. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Haifa and a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Tel Aviv University. Throughout her career, Michal has worked across a variety of settings, including child development centres, multidisciplinary clinics, educational settings, and private practice. She has extensive experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, and a wide range of developmental and functional needs.

Michal has experience evaluating and supporting a wide range of areas, including fine and gross motor skills, handwriting and graphomotor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor and visual-perceptual skills, executive functioning, activities of daily living, play and social participation, and emotional and behavioural regulation.

Grounded in a holistic, strengths-based approach, Michal works collaboratively with children, families, educators, and other professionals to identify meaningful goals and develop practical strategies that promote participation and independence in everyday life.

Languages:

English
Hebrew

Corey is a dedicated Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) with a background in Early Childhood Education. She holds a Communicative Disorders Assistant certificate and an Early Childhood Education diploma from Georgian College. She is passionate about supporting individuals in developing their communication skills and reaching their goals.

Corey works alongside Speech-Language Pathologists to provide individualized support across a diverse client population. She has experience supporting speech sounds, receptive and expressive language, social communication, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Her ECE background allows her to create engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences while taking a warm, client-centred approach to therapy.

Corey Labadie

Communicative Disorders Assistant

Languages:

English

Breanna Boucher

Communicative Disorders Assistant

Breanna is a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) with a passion for supporting individuals in developing their communication skills and confidence. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from York University and completed the Communicative Disorders Assistant program at Durham College. Breanna’s clinical experience includes working with both children and adults across a variety of settings. During her practicum with the York Region Preschool Speech & Language Program, she supported young children with a range of communication needs, including early language development, expressive and receptive language delays and articulation difficulties. She gained experience using evidence-based approaches, play-based activities, visual supports, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to support children’s communication skills. She also developed experience providing parent coaching and helping families incorporate communication strategies into everyday routines and interactions.

Breanna also has experience working in a hospital-based stroke and rehabilitation setting, where she supports individuals with communication and swallowing needs following stroke and other neurological conditions. Her experience includes assisting with aphasia, word-finding difficulties, apraxia, dysarthria, and dysphagia. She believes that communication is an essential part of connection and independence and strives to create a supportive, encouraging environment where every client feels heard and successful. Breanna takes a client-centred approach to therapy and enjoys finding creative ways to incorporate each individual’s interests, strengths, and goals into sessions. She is excited to continue growing as a clinician while helping clients build meaningful communication skills that can be carried into their everyday lives.

Languages:

English

Cassandra Peri

Receptionist

Cassandra brings more than two decades of experience delivering exceptional customer service, with a strong commitment to creating positive, supportive experiences for every family she serves. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Anthropology and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. Cassandra spent ten years supporting individuals living with chronic pain, developing a deep understanding of the importance of compassion, individualized care, and meaningful connection as Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Practice Leader.

After stepping away from her psychotherapy practice to focus on raising her two daughters, Cassandra channelled her creativity and passion for connecting with people into Sweets By Design, a local custom cookie business she owns and operates. Through both her clinical and entrepreneurial experiences, she has continued to build on her love of helping others, attention to detail, and commitment to creating meaningful experiences. Highly detail-focused and genuinely people-oriented, Cassandra is dedicated to ensuring that every interaction is thoughtful, welcoming, and professional. She is passionate about providing the best possible customer service experience and helping every family feel valued, supported, and cared for from their very first interaction.

Languages:

English

Vanessa is currently completing her Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Toronto. Through her clinical placement at the Toronto District School Board, Vanessa has had the opportunity to work closely with children and families and has developed a strong appreciation for creating a warm, welcoming, and encouraging experience from the very first interaction. She is excited to bring that same warmth and attentiveness to her role as a Receptionist at Thrive Speech Therapy Centres, where she will be a friendly first point of contact for clients and their families.

As she continues to learn and grow alongside the Thrive team, Vanessa looks forward to transitioning into a Communicative Disorders Assistant role, applying her academic knowledge and hands-on placement experience to strengthen children's speech and language skills. She is particularly passionate about supporting children's language and literacy development, and is committed to empowering each client to build on their individual strengths so that they can thrive in their communication and beyond.

Vanessa Sgambelluri

Communicative Disorders Assistant & Receptionist

Languages:

English

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Clinic Hours

Monday to Friday: 12pm-8pm
Saturday: 8am-5pm
Sunday: Closed

(905) 833-4348

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1700 King Road, Unit B-2, King City, ON L7B 0N1