Our Montreal team offers services via tele-practice across Quebec and in-person at our clinic in Verdun. We also now provide services in the Laurentians.
Tamara Paull, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist, Founder and Clinical Director
Tamara is a licensed speech-language pathologist and the founder of Speakable. She is registered with l’Ordre des Orthophonistes et Audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ) and also with the College of Audiologists and Speech and Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). She completed her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of British Columbia in 2012. Prior to becoming a speech therapist, Tamara worked as a behaviour interventionist and as a classroom aid for children with various cognitive and developmental disorders. She has supported children with special needs and their families since 2006.
Wendy (Yun) Chen, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
Wendy received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from McGill University and completed her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at Dalhousie University. She offers services in both English and Mandarin, and is a member of l’Ordre des Orthophonistes et Audiologistes du Quebec (OOAQ). She has experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder and has ABA training from Montreal’s Gold Learning Centre. Wendy enjoys working with pre-school and school-aged children, as well as adult clients. Her experiences include working with culturally and linguistically diverse clientele. Wendy has a passion for working with people with cognitive and language-based difficulties such as language and literacy disorders (e.g. dyslexia), social communication, and using augmentative and alternative communication systems. Wendy offers services in English and Mandarin.
Valerie Kara, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
From a young age, Valerie dreamed of working in an office full of toys. She is now a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with the Ordre des Orthophonistes du Québec (OOAQ) and a member of Speech-Language Audiology Canada (SAC). She completed her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of British Columbia in 2014 and has since been focusing on paediatric therapy. She specializes in early language intervention, speech sound development and literacy, and is passionate about language and kids in general. She enjoys working alongside families towards their goals and celebrating successes big and small, and strives to tailor therapy to the individual needs of the client while making it fun at the same time. Valerie is a strong believer in learning through play and in applying research to her daily practice. Valerie offers services in English. French services are age dependent.
Amanda Pedriks, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
Amanda is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with l’ordre des orthophonistes et audiologistes du Quebec (OOAQ). She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Concordia University and with a Master of Applied Science in Speech-Language Pathology from McGill University. Amanda supports clients of all ages in reaching their communication goals. Her work spans early language development, speech clarity, literacy, and expressive and receptive language disorders, while also providing adults with accent modification and communication enhancement strategies for social and professional settings. Amanda is passionate about helping individuals and their families and is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care. Amanda offers services in English.
Flora Marciano, MA., CCC. Speech-Language Pathologist
Flora is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with l’ordre des orthophonistes et audiologistes du Quebec (OOAQ) and is a certified member of the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Cell Biology from McGill University and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from University of Montreal. She received her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh in 2016 and has been focusing on paediatric intervention. Flora’s areas of expertise include receptive and expressive language delays, articulation disorders, and phonological disorders. She also has experience working with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, helping them develop appropriate pragmatic language skills while supporting their emotional and cognitive needs. Flora is committed to finding innovative, client-centered solutions using evidence-based therapy, to assist in developing successful communication strategies. Flora offers services in French, English and Hebrew.
Fayth Star, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
Fayth is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with l’Ordre des orthophonistes et audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ) and a member of Speech-Language Audiology Canada (SAC). She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology with a concentration in Psychology from Carleton University and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Alberta. Fayth has experience working with children of various ages, ranging from preschool to adolescence. She has expertise in several areas, including receptive and expressive language, childhood apraxia of speech, articulation, and phonological disorders. She also received specialized training in fluency disorders (stuttering). Fayth is passionate about helping others reach their communication goals and achieve their full potential. In her free time, she enjoys reading, skiing, biking and spending time with friends and family. Fayth offers services in English.
Melina Typaldos, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
Melina is a Speech-Language Pathologist who is a member of the Ordre des Orthophonistes et Audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ). She earned her Bachelor of Education and her Master of Science (Applied) in Speech-Language Pathology from McGill University. Melina has worked with a variety of populations, providing assessment and intervention in areas such as articulation, motor speech, language disorders, social communication, and developmental disorders. She is committed to adapting her approach to each client’s individual needs and interests. Her background in education gives her a unique perspective that enhances the way she delivers speech and language therapy. Melina offers services in French and English.
Catherine Dam, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
Catherine is a speech-language pathologist registered with the Ordre des Orthophonistes du Québec (OOAQ). She is passionate about working with both children and adults. She received her Honours Bachelors of Health Sciences degree at the University of Ottawa and her Master’s of Applied Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from McGill University. She focuses primarily on expressive and receptive language difficulties, speech sound disorders (articulation, phonology), literacy, voice disorders, aphasia, dysarthria, and neurodegenerative disorders. Catherine offers services in English. French services are age dependent.
Jade Melki, M.Sc., Speech-Language Pathologist
Jade believes that every conversation is an opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. She is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with the Ordre des Orthophonistes et Audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ), holding a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Université de Montréal. Jade’s areas of expertise include early intervention, speech sound disorders (articulation and phonological), and receptive and expressive language delays. She is passionate about making therapy both effective and enjoyable, combining evidence-based practice with creativity and play. Jade values working hand in hand with families and takes pride in celebrating every step forward, big or small, on the journey toward stronger communication. Jade offers services in French, English and Hebrew.
Naomi Bouhadana, MPO, Speech-Language Pathologist
Naomi is a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist committed to helping children develop strong communication skills. She has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Concordia University and was trained as a behaviour therapist before earning her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from
Université de Montréal. She is a member of the Ordre des Orthophonistes et des Audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ). She specializes in evaluating and treating a wide range of speech and language disorders, including speech sound disorders, early language development, velopharyngeal dysfunction, voice and resonance disorders, orofacial myofunctional disorders, as well as pediatric feeding and swallowing difficulties. Naomi takes a personalized, evidence-based approach to therapy, ensuring that each child receives engaging, individualized care tailored to their unique needs. Naomi offers services in French and English and can understand Hebrew.
Avleen Mokha, Speech-Language Pathologist
Avleen holds a Master of Science (Applied) in Speech-Language Pathology from McGill University and is a
registered member of l’Ordre des orthophonistes et audiologistes du Québec (OOAQ) and the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). Avleen provides evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals. She has experience supporting children and adolescents with speech sound disorders, language delays and disorders, autism spectrum disorder, reading and writing difficulties, fluency disorders, and social communication challenges. She also works with adults seeking accent modification services and individuals with acquired communication disorders following stroke or other neurological conditions. She strives to foster a welcoming and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients and families feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the therapy process. Avleen offer services in English, Hindi/Urdu, and Punjabi and is fluent in French.
Cassie Didical, Language Stimulation Assistant
Cassie is passionate about supporting children’s growth and development! Her background as an integration aide and behavioural therapist has equipped her with hands-on strategies to help children with cognitive and developmental delays thrive. She believes in using play as a way to connect with children, fostering an environment where they feel safe and motivated to learn. Her work in psycholinguistic research also complements her practical experience, giving her insights into how language and cognitive processes function, which she brings into her work to help children and families achieve meaningful progress. Cassie offers services in French and English.
Cleo Simonson Hoefnagels, Language Stimulation Assistant
Cleo holds a bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and is currently completing her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Ottawa. Through her academic journey and diverse clinical experiences, she has developed valuable tools to support the communication skills of individuals of all ages. Her main areas of interest include early childhood and early intervention, particularly in oral language and speech sound disorders (including childhood apraxia of speech). She has also gained experience working with adults during rehabilitation placements following stroke, particularly in the areas of aphasia and apraxia, which are fields she is deeply interested in. These experiences have allowed her to develop an approach centered on the well-being of her clients. For Cleo, building a trusting relationship with clients and their families is essential. Her adaptability enables her to meet the unique needs of each individual while creating interventions that are engaging, positive, and motivating. Cleo offers services in French and English and Dutch.
Sabrina Pompeo, Language Stimulation Assistant
Sabrina is currently completing her bachelor’s degree in Linguistics at Concordia University and is interested in supporting children’s communication and language development. She has experience working in both elementary and high school settings as an Integration Aide, where she has supported students with a variety of learning and communication needs. She also has previous experience working in a children’s hospital setting.
She is particularly interested in early language development and enjoys using play-based activities to encourage communication skills in a fun and supportive environment. Sabrina values creating positive connections with the goal of helping each child build confidence while working toward their individual goals. She is continuing to expand her experience and knowledge in the field of speech and language development while supporting and working closely with children and families. Sabrina offers services in both English and French and is also able to communicate in basic Italian.
Rachel Curran, Clinic Manager
Rachel is SpeakAble’s Clinic Manager & Intake Coordinator. She is the friendly voice who will help answer all your questions and inquiries about services as you embark on your child’s communication journey. Rachel’s strong organizational skills, empathy and welcoming demeanour help allow our practice to run smoothy and efficiently with day to day tasks. Rachel has worked with children and their families for over 15 years, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as an Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) therapist. Her commitment to the overall development of each child’s emotional, physical and social well being is her absolute passion.