Speech Therapy Department
Lismariel
Lismariel holds a Bachelor's level Speech/Language Pathology Assistant license and Certified Early Interventionist (Early Steps Provider). She has been Certified and Licensed as Speech/Language Pathologist Assistant for over 10 years. Lismariel is also an infant and toddler developmental specialist (ITDS) with the state of Florida who specializes in birth to three-year old development. Lismariel is married with one child. She is very passionate about the services she provides to her clients and the caregiver education that she provided to the families trough the years. She loves to travel and explore the amazing world with live in.
Caitlin
Caitlin has been a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist for 8 years. She holds her Florida State license and is nationally certified through the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). She earned her Bachelor’s of Sciences in Communication and Disorders from the University of Central Florida (2014). She also received her Master’s of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Central Florida (2016). Her current certifications include: Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) and Beckman Oral Motor Therapy.
Claudia
Claudia grew up in Orlando, Florida and graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She has been certified and licensed as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in the State of Florida since 2015. She has experience working with children with a variety of speech and language disorders including: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Expressive/Receptive Language Disorders, Developmental Apraxia of Speech and Articulation/Phonological Disorders. Claudia is passionate about helping her clients find their voices and strengthening their communication skills.
Lauren
Lauren is a bilingual (English/Spanish) speech-language pathologist who graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She has worked extensively with toddlers, preschool and school-aged children, and adults in a variety of settings. Her experience includes delivery of therapy services to clients with varying speech and language needs, including articulation and phonology disorders, apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorder, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), fluency disorders, and receptive/expressive language disorders. Lauren is especially passionate about supporting and empowering clients through collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams. She enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.
Desire
Desire grew up in Kissimmee, Florida and graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelors degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She is certified and licensed through the state of florida as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant. Graduating in 2023, she is determined to continue education in the field. Her experience includes working with children and teens with a variety of speech and language needs such as, Articulation/Phonological, Fluency, Receptive/Expressive, Autism spectrum, and many other disorders. She has a passion for helping others, and loves to work with children and to see them succeed. She believes that everyone is different and that everyone belongs. In her spare time, you can find Desire traveling, reading books, cooking, and spending a lot of time with her family and pets.
Mohanie
Mohanie graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2021. She previously worked in the school system at Orange County Public Schools at an elementary school for two years. Through her experiences working in the school system, she has worked with a wide range of kids with speech and language disorders including: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Expressive/Receptive Language Disorders, and Articulation/Phonological Disorders. She is very passionate about helping kids reach their full potential.
blanca
Blanca is a bilingual speech-language pathologist. She has previous experience in the public schools (PK-12), pediatric home-based therapy setting as well as experience with the geriatric population in rehabilitation centers/ skilled nursing facilities. She was born in Brooklyn, NY. Her parents were from Colombia & Ecuador. She currently lives in Saint Cloud with her partner of 10 years. Together they have three daughters, three dogs, four cats and two little parrots. She enjoys cooking, Zumba, making time for friends and family as well as traveling when possible!
PAOLA
Paola is a bilingual speech-language pathologist assistant who obtained her bachelor’s degree at the University of Central Florida in 2021. Paola has worked with a variety of kids with speech and language disorders such as apraxia, phonological disorders, disfluency, and voice disorders. Her passion is to educate others and help kids reach their full potential. She loves seeing kids be able to communicate and express their feelings whether it’s through an AAC device, ASL or words.
janezka
Janezka is a bilingual speech-language pathologist who obtained her Master's Degree from Ana G Mendez University in Puerto Rico. She has four years of experience in this field and has developed a deep passion for assisting children to reach their communication goals. She is dedicated to continuous learning and expanding her expertise to better serve clients. Currently, she holds certifications in Beckman Oral Motor, SOFFI, and various courses related to addressing picky eaters.
GLORIA
Gloria is a bilingual speech-language pathologist assistant (SLPA) who completed her bachelor's degree at Universidad del Turabo in Gurabo, PR in 2014, that same year she began her career focusing in toddlers, school age and teenagers population. In 2015, she moved to NC where she began working as an Autism Services Coordinator, supporting individuals of all ages with a variety of needs but always focussing on the importance of effective communication. In 2021, Gloria decided to move to FL, where she returned to work directly as an SLPA, during this time she's been working with kids around 2-14 years old with speech and language needs like articulation, phonology disorders, apraxia, receptive and expressive language and kids in autism spectrum disorder. She loves to be part of her kids' development and enjoys seeing them grow and overcome their goals.
Keyla
Keyla is a bilingual (English/Spanish) speech-language pathologist with a passion for helping children build confidence in their communication skills. She earned her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Central Florida and has experience working with children with a wide range of speech and language needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Expressive/Receptive Language Disorders, and Articulation/Phonological Disorders. Her goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where each child can develop the communication skills they need for everyday interactions. Beyond her work as an SLP, she loves traveling, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.
nichole
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Occupational Therapy Department
Claudette
Claudette went to Mercy College in New York where she earned my bachelors degree in Health Sciences and went on to earn her Masters degree in occupational therapy. She has over 20 years of experience working with the pediatric population in various settings across many different diagnosis. She began her work with children as an assistant teacher in an integrated head start classroom before realizing she had a passion for supporting children and families to achieve their optimal level of independence and quality of life. She then decided to return to school and to study and pursue a career in occupational therapy. She has had the privilege and experience working with families and children through both Early Intervention and the NYC department of education before relocating to Florida where she now serves families and clients in outpatient pediatric offices in the Central Florida area.
Eliana
Eliana holds her Florida State License, Texas State License and nationally certified through The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, (NBCOT). She is Trilingual (English, Spanish, Japanese).
Earned her AS Degree in: Occupational Therapy Assistant from Concorde Career Institute of South Florida, (2017). She hold a numerous CEU in Sensory Processing, Sensory Integration, Developmental Delay and many more. Her working experience since 2017 with children variety diagnoses including: Austism Spectrum, CP, Down Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, musculoskeletal disorders, developmental delay and more. Eliana is passionate about her profession, as a therapist, where she can facilitate a better outcome for children to reach their independence, in spite of their conditions. Eliana enjoys making her own therapy tools, Arts & Craft and outdoor activities.
kristal
Kristal is a licensed occupational therapist that is nationally certified through The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, (NBCOT). Having grown up with a younger brother with autism spectrum disorder, she always knew she wanted a career in which she could help other children like her brother be as independent as possible. Kristal received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida. She then received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy at AdventHealth University in Orlando. She has experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, handwriting difficulties, and fine motor deficits. In her spare time, she enjoys being with her family, going to theme parks, and watching movies.
Leslie
Leslie has been a Bilingual Occupational Therapist Assistant for over 20 years. Leslie completed her associate degree in OT from University of Puerto Rico (Humacao) in 1998. After 2 years working with pediatric population, she decided to complete a bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy from Carlos Albizu University (San Juan) graduating in 2002. She was working in both areas for a few years in Puerto Rico. In 2005, she had the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree in OT from her Alma Mater (UPR). After completed this goal her family move to Orlando where her son and daughter grew up. Her passion and love to help her clients inspired her to go back to school in 2019 to complete a Master Level in Occupational Therapy from Barry University (Miami) graduating in December of 2020. During these years she has worked with hundreds of pediatric clients, designing and executive treatment for clients with Autism, CP, DS, Intellectual Disability, Fragile X Syndrome and other conditions. She has been responsible of opening, developing and managing an OT department, fieldwork educator for an OTAs and has been a mentor for her coworkers. In her spare time; she loves to travel, run motorcycle’s and visit the beach to perform paddle boarding.
bianca
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Physical Therapy Department
CYNTHIA
Dr. Cynthia graduated from William Paterson University in New Jersey in 2007 with a degree in Biology, and in 2009 received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rutgers in New Jersey. She always has had a passion for special needs children as her brother has Cerebral Palsy and she volunteered in many events he participated in and accompanied him to his therapy sessions. She started her career working for a clinic providing services that included home care, school, clinic, and aquatic services. She realized there was a lot to learn from the geriatric and neurological population that would further improve her skills as a pediatric physical therapist. Since 2013 Cynthia has been working with children of various ages both in the home and school environment. She is excited to be able to continue sharing her passion with children working with Sunny Path Therapy.
Management
ana
office manager
Ana was raised in West Palm Beach and moved to Central Florida three years ago, she is a dedicated professional with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Business Communications from Florida International University. With two years of experience in social work and three years focused on working with children on the autism spectrum, Ana brings a deep understanding of the challenges and joys of supporting individuals with unique needs and passionate about connecting others to resources and fostering business organization. Outside of work, Ana enjoys soaking up the sun at the beach, spending quality time with pets, and visiting the theme parks with her partner.
Jessica
receptionist
Jessica Torres has a diploma in Marketing in P.R. She also studied a year in Manager of Science of Aviation in Interamericana University in P.R. before she move to Florida. She is Bilingual (English/Spanish). In 2005 she start preparing her self on learning how children’s growth and develop based on their ages and had her Diploma for Director Credential in which she graduate with Honor in 2006. In 2010 She become Registered Pharmacy Technician which she has more than 12 years expirience. In January 2014 She graduate from an Associate Degree in Medical Assistant. She decide to Open a Day Care 2014 until 2017. She understands that God was Preparing Her for Help children in all aspects, Spiritual, Physical and Mentally and their Families. In her free time She enjoy spending time with grandkids and family. She love to volunteer in all Church events.
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Ashley
receptionist
Ashley holds an Associate in Arts degree from Indian River State College. With over a year of experience as a receptionist and six years in customer service, she has honed her skills in effective communication and client relations. In her personal time, Ashley enjoys exploring new food, places, going to the beach, and spending quality time with family, friends, and her boyfriend.