About Us
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Our Team
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Founder
Xiaoxiao Chen, PhD., BCBA-D
- PhD in applied behavior analysis (ABA), and a doctoral degree from TCSPP.
- Listed OAP Provider
- Over 12 years working with children and families with special needs
- Trainer for Chinese Autism Community
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Service Manager
Fanmiao (Miya) Meng, M.A
- Master degree in ABA from Florida Institute of Technology
- Business degree in Human Recourse
- Experienced therapist, working with young and school-aged children
- Working towards obtaining national certification in ABA
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Program Manager
Mengqi (Maggie) Li, M.S., BCBA, RBA(ONT.)
- Registered Behavior Analyst in Ontario
- Listed OAP Provider
- 10 years working with children and families with special needs
- Other than having a master degree in ABA, she’s also trained in Naturalistic Developmental Behavioural Intervention (NDBI) teaching methods such as JASPER
- Trainer for Chinese Autism Community
Supervised Senior Therapist
Tina Vo, M.ADS
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- Master degree in ABA from Brock University
- Highly experienced with increasing communication skills, social skills, and independence among children
- Experience with collaborating with other professionals and working with children with ASD across various settings
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Nazanin Ainy, M.ADS, BCBA, RBA (ONT.)
- Master’s degree in Applied Disability Studies, Specialization in Applied Behaviour
Analysis (ABA) from Brock University. - Over 10 years of experience providing ABA services to all aged children and youth with
a diverse set of disorders in the centres, communities, hospitals, and homes. - Has written articles for the Autism Matters magazine, published by Autism Ontario and is a member of ONTABA.
- Multilingual in Farsi, Dari, Urdu, Hindi, and English.
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Kedisha Robinson, M.ADS,BCBA,RBA(ONT.)
- Master of Applied Disability Studies with a specialization in Applied Behaviour
Analysis from Brock University.
- Over 6 years of experience working with children with disabilities
- Passionate about providing solutions to barriers impacting achievement.
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Clinical Supervisor
Xiaoyue Xiao, M.Ed, BCBA, RBA(ONT.)
- Master’s degree in ABA from the University of Toronto
- Experience in behavior consultation and caregiver training (Project Impact, Triple P, and RUBI)
- Enthusiastic with empowering learners and caregivers by teaching the activity of daily living skills, communication skills, and social skills
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Jiaqi (Connie) Kan, M.ADS
- Master’s degree specializing in ABA from Brock University, Honours BSc in Psychology, MPED in language teaching
- Started with Nutcracker Therapy as an Instructor Therapist and transited to the role as a Senior Therapist in 2023
- Experienced in teaching language and communication skills to children aged 2-16.
- Working towards obtaining national certification in ABA
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Lini Huang, B.A.
- Bachelor’s degree in Applied Psychology and a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism and Behavior Science
- Experienced Registered Behavioural Technician (RBT)
- 5 years counseling experience with Chinese families
- Lini is adept at combining teaching with play and deeply understands children’s behavior and emotions
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Service Coordinator
Meilin Fu, M.Sc
- Master degree in Human Resource Management from England.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Psychology with a Cumulative GPA of 4.0.
- Experienced ABA therapist with a strong passion for the field of education for special needs children and teenagers
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Rong (Rinna) Tang, M.PEd
- Master’s degree in ABA from Western University.
Started with Nutcracker Therapy as an Instructor Therapist in 2023. - Experienced in teaching language and communication skills to children aged 2-14.
- Experienced in creating fun activities and decreasing challenge
behaviors. - Working towards obtaining national certification in ABA
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Tianyue Ma, B.Sc
- Graduated from McGill University with a degree in Psychology, pursuing a master degree in Western University
- Experienced in teaching in different settings such as center, client’s home, and community
- She is very creative at teaching language in the child’s natural environment and experienced with decreasing challenging behaviors
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Ligene Pilar B.Sc
- Bioethics & Cognitive Science major from University of Toronto
- Post-grad certification in Autism and Behavioural Science at George Brown College
- Started working as an Instructor Therapist in 2018, experienced in working and teaching through playful and creative activities
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Rasika Deogaonkar, B.Sc
- BSc in Psychology, a post-grad diploma in Behavioural Sciences from University of Toronto
- Over 10 years of teaching children with ASD
- Offering support in various settings, including schools and communities. Rasika is passionate about providing compassionate therapy and teaching essential skills for children’s success.
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Grey Chan
- Graduated from the University of Hong Kong, majoring in Speech and Hearing Science since 2006
- Member of Speech-Language Audiology Canada as a Communicative Health Assistant
- Experienced in children’s language and speech development
- Fluently in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
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Supervised Senior Therapist
Ralph Abella, B.A
- BA in Psychology and Early Childhood Diploma
- Experienced therapists with children age 2-16
- Passionate about teaching children using motivating activities and improving their functional skills.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Susan Xu
- Behavioural Sciences diploma; currently pursuing a Psychology degree at York University.
- Proficient in implementing personalized interventions for children with ASD, achieving measurable outcomes.
- Committed to continuous learning and dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children through the latest research and techniques.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Enli Zhang, B.A
- Graduated from Seneca College with a diploma in Behavioural Science
- Enli is committed to making a difference in her clients’ lives and continuing her professional development.
- She enjoys reading, traveling and staying up-to-date with ABA therapy advancements.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Jiayi Cheng
- College Diploma in Autism and Behavioural Science from George Brown
- She also has a early education background where she worked in toddler and school aged classrooms
- She is passionate about teaching social, language, play, and academic skills.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist & Social Worker
Xinwei (Vivien) Wang, MSW, Social Worker
- Master degree in Social Work and received ABA training from Seneca College.
- Over 8 years of experience working with children with different developmental needs aging from 2-16.
- Experienced in using multiple ways for teaching children in multiple settings.
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Instructor Therapist
Jiayi Cheng
- College Diploma in Autism and Behavioural Science from George Brown
- She also has a early education background where she worked in toddler and school aged classrooms
- She is passionate about teaching social, language, play, and academic skills.
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Instructor Therapist
Tianyue Ma, B.Sc
- Graduated from McGill University with a degree in Psychology, pursuing a master degree in Western University
- Experienced in teaching in different settings such as center, client’s home, and community
- She is very creative at teaching language in the child’s natural environment and experienced with decreasing challenging behaviors
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Instructor Therapist
Meilin Fu, M.A
4.0 GPA in Behavior Science at Seneca College and is now pursuing a higher degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
works as a behavior therapist at Nutcracker Therapy Toronto and finds motivation in witnessing her clients’ success.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Yahui (Yancy) Liu, B.A
- Currently pursuing a Master of Professional Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis at Western University and a Master of Information in User Experience Design at the University of Toronto
- Entered the ABA field in 2013
- Specializations in support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder under 18 years old
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Vicky Liu, HBSc
- Currently pursuing a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology & Education at the University of Toronto.
- Graduated with Honours Bachelor of Science degree from University of Toronto.
- Completed Post-Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science at Geroge Brown College.
- Experienced in teaching with children and adults in both 1:1 and classroom settings
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Karen Huang, B.Child Health
- Graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Child Health
- Experience working with children and adults with various developmental disabilities in homes, classroom and clinical settings
- Passionate about pursuing a career in ABA and working with children with special needs
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Sally Han, B.ASc
- Currently pursuing a Master degree in ABA at Brock University.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Behaviour at McMaster University.
Post-graduate certificate in Brain Disorder Management at Mohawk College. - Experienced in providing support in home and school settings through one-on-one sessions.
- Skilled in decreasing challenging behaviours.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Norton Fong
- Diploma in Behavioural Science from Seneca College, currently pursuing a degree in Behavioural Psychology
- Worked in the field for 3 years
- Experienced in teaching in 1 on 1 and group settings
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Phylicia Lewis
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Behaviour Psychology at Seneca Polytechnic with great knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- More than five years experience working with children and clinical experience working with adults with various needs
- Aspiring to help children reach their stellar potential, improve their skills and have fun!
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Alisha Zachariah, B. SW
- Graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with BSW, graduate certificate from Conestoga College in Autism & Behavioural Science
- Started working with young children since 2014
- Familiar with both classroom and in-home settings
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Ziyan (Cece) Wang, H.BSc
- Currently pursuing Master of Education in Developmental Psychology & Education at the University of Toronto.
- Enrolled in the ABA program at the Florida Institute of Technology, and experienced in providing ABA therapy in individual and group settings.
- Skilled in mental health issues in children and teenagers
- Member of the Mental Health Interview and Assessment Program at Tsinghua University Youth Mental Health Lab
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Ruiao (Reo) Zhou, M.Ed
- Master’s degree (MED) in Developmental Psychology and Human Development, University of Toronto
- Currently pursing a ABA Certificate Program, Florida Institute of Technology
- Experienced working with teenagers and adults on the spectrum and decreasing challenging behaviours in various settings.
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Nicole Avelino, B.A
- Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree at Trent University
- Currently pursuing Addictions & Mental Health at Durham College
- Experience in providing ABA services to children and youth with developmental disabilities
- Teaching children and youth 1:1, group/classroom settings, and in-home
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Supervised Instructor Therapist
Lily Huang, B.SW
- Graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree from McMaster University
- Currently pursuing a Master of Education with a concentration in ABA.
- Experienced in teaching children and youth in home and center settings.