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  • Erin Vassair, B.A., ECE

    Bachelor of Arts, Applied Psychology and Child AdvocacyDiploma in Early Childhood EducationGraduate Diploma in Autism and Behavioural Science Erin is a professionally trained behavioural clinician and an Early Childhood Educator (ECE). In addition to these qualifications, she graduated from the Autism and Behavioural Science program at Mohawk College in 2014. Erin brings with her experience…

  • Dr. Christina Ricciuti, Ph.D.

    Doctor of Clinical‐Developmental Psychology, McMaster UniversityMaster of Developmental Psychology, York UniversityHonours Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, York UniversityBachelor of Economics, Western University Christina Ricciuti earned her first degree, a BA in economics from the University of Western Ontario, she then transferred to York University to pursue her Honours BA in Psychology.  Realizing that this was where…

  • Aline McMullen, M.Sc.

    Master of Science, Biosystems Engineering, University College DublinHonours Bachelor of Science, Medical Science, Western University Aline has been involved at the Joy of Learning Centre since its inception in 2007. She has worked for several years as an instructor therapist and senior therapist and also coordinates the Joy of Learning Centre’s affiliated sports league, Challenger…

  • Charu Malhotra, M.A. Psych

    Master of Clinical PsychologyBachelor of PsychologyBachelor of EconomicsGraduate Diploma in Autism and Behavioural Science Charu has a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Economics. She finds working with children very fulfilling and motivating. She has extensive knowledge and experience working with children with behavioral problems, emotional and developmental disabilities…

  • Deborah Doherty, B.A., BSW, RSW

    M.Ed., BCBA (2015), Western UniversityBachelor of Social Work, York UniversityHonours Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Western University Deborah Doherty has completed both a Psychology degree from the University of Western Ontario, and an Honours Social Work degree from York University, and she is presently working toward M.Ed., BCBA. Deborah is the Founder of the Joy of…

  • Kim Desoisa, M.Sc., R.B.A (Ont.), BCBA

    Master of Science, PsychologyBachelor of Arts, Psychology and Sociology Kim has a Masters of Science in Psychology and is a Registered Behaviour Analyst with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts.  Kim’s areas of focus is Behaviour therapy and ABA.  She feels very passionate about her field and how it can help many children and…