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Welcome to Bright Little Minds Pediatric Therapy!

We are a pediatric therapy team offering occupational therapy, speech therapy, behaviour consulting, and psychology services.

We are committed to blending the highest standards of evidence-based practice with a deeply neurodiversity-affirming approach. Here, therapy is built on a foundation of joy and respect—where laughter and sillies are essential tools for achieving meaningful, goal-oriented growth :)

*If this is your first time booking with us, please schedule a 15-min Free Consult with the therapist you wish to book with

*If you are not sure which services would be best for your child’s needs, please email us at welcome@brightlittlemindsot.com

Our mission: building bright little minds for big bright futures!

Welcome to Bright Little Minds!

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Occupational Therapy

Pediatric occupational therapists (OTs) help children develop the skills they need to thrive in daily life—whether at school, at home, or in play. We focus on fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and independence in tasks like dressing and writing. By working holistically, we support each child’s unique strengths, adapt activities to their needs, and collaborate wit... Read More

Pediatric occupational therapists (OTs) help children develop the skills they need to thrive in daily life—whether at school, at home, or in play. We focus on fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and independence in tasks like dressing and writing. By working holistically, we support each child’s unique strengths, adapt activities to their needs, and collaborate with families and educators to foster confidence, inclusion, and joyful participation in the world. Our goal isn’t just to meet milestones. At Bright Little Minds, we strive to help kids become the best version of themselves, on their own terms.

Speech and Language Pathology

Pediatric speech-language pathologists (SLPs) help children find their voice—literally and figuratively. We support communication in all forms, from first words and speech clarity to social language, literacy, and alternative communication (AAC) for nonverbal children. At Bright Little Minds, our holistic approach addresses not just how kids communicate, but why. We aim to build kids' confidenc... Read More

Pediatric speech-language pathologists (SLPs) help children find their voice—literally and figuratively. We support communication in all forms, from first words and speech clarity to social language, literacy, and alternative communication (AAC) for nonverbal children. At Bright Little Minds, our holistic approach addresses not just how kids communicate, but why. We aim to build kids' confidence, connection, and the ability to express needs, ideas, and emotions. Whether through play-based therapy, feeding/swallowing support, or classroom strategies, we empower children to engage meaningfully with their world, one word (or sign, or gesture) at a time.

Psychology / Mental Health

Our developmental psychologist specializes in empowering neurodivergent children and their families through compassionate, evidence-based behavior support. We go beyond managing "challenging behaviors" to understand the why behind them—addressing sensory needs, communication barriers, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. By blending play-based interventions, parent coaching, and individua... Read More

Our developmental psychologist specializes in empowering neurodivergent children and their families through compassionate, evidence-based behavior support. We go beyond managing "challenging behaviors" to understand the why behind them—addressing sensory needs, communication barriers, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. By blending play-based interventions, parent coaching, and individualized strategies, we help children build resilience while guiding families toward sustainable solutions that honor their child’s unique brain. Together, we create pathways for growth that reduce stress, strengthen connections, and celebrate neurodiversity, because behavior isn’t just something to "fix," but a language to be understood.

PlayGym Room Rental

Therapists and aides are welcome to rent the room for use with their clients

Behaviour Consulting

The Pediatric Behaviour Consultant (also known as a Behaviour Strategist) is a key professional responsible for assessing, designing, and implementing individualized behaviour support plans for children and adolescents. This role focuses on understanding the function of challenging behaviours and teaching new skills to enhance communication, social interaction, and daily living. The consultant ... Read More

The Pediatric Behaviour Consultant (also known as a Behaviour Strategist) is a key professional responsible for assessing, designing, and implementing individualized behaviour support plans for children and adolescents. This role focuses on understanding the function of challenging behaviours and teaching new skills to enhance communication, social interaction, and daily living. The consultant works directly with clients, their families, and other professionals to create sustainable, positive change

Kristine Arreola MSc. OT

Kristine received her Bachelor of Kinesiology with a minor in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies from the University of Calgary. After working as a therapy assistant, she pursued her Master’s in Occupational Therapy at the University of Alberta. She is registered with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).

Kristine has always had a passion for working with children. She is eager to learn more and gain experience working with children and youth. She takes a family-centered, strength-based approach to her sessions. She is excited to learn more about the various approaches used in occupational therapy as she furthers her career.

Passionate about social justice, Kristine advocates for the importance of health and wellness in everyday life. In her free time, she enjoys participating in various sports, including gymnastics, volleyball, yoga, and running. She also loves traveling and immersing herself in different cultures around the world.

Kristine received her Bachelor of Kinesiology with a minor in Community Rehabilitation and Disabi... Read More

Kristin Arsenault Psychologist

I’m a Registered Psychologist with over two decades of experience supporting neurodivergent children and families.

My clinical work is grounded in developmental psychology and informed by the principles of Polyvagal Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, trauma-informed care, and Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS).

I support children in developing executive functioning skills, emotional regulation, and adaptive coping strategies through developmentally attuned, relationship-based approaches.

My work is collaborative and strengths-based, integrating relational, cognitive, and physiological supports to promote meaningful growth across settings. I’m committed to neurodiversity-affirming care that centers autonomy, safety, and authentic connection.

I’m a Registered Psychologist with over two decades of experience supporting neurodivergent child... Read More

Iris Chao BSc. OT

Hi, I’m Iris Chao, a Licensed Occupational Therapist in Alberta. I am a passionate pediatric Occupational Therapist with years of experience supporting children with diverse needs in clinical, school, and community settings. I hold a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Alberta in Canada, and a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Chang Gung University in Taiwan.

Throughout my career, I have had the experience of working with children and families across different countries. I specialize in helping children with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, and learning disabilities thrive in their daily environments through individualized, play-based approaches. Additionally, I speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Hi, I’m Iris Chao, a Licensed Occupational Therapist in Alberta. I am a passionate pediatric Occu... Read More

Esraa Elsharkawy

Melissa Fisher
(She/Her/Hers)

Melissa is an educational specialist and behaviour strategist with over 15 years of experience dedicated to children’s mental health and development. She holds a Master of Education from the University of Calgary, where she focused on enhancing school support, social skills, and foundational family support. Melissa is passionate about fostering positive development in children by building strong, collaborative relationships with their entire families.

Melissa is an educational specialist and behaviour strategist with over 15 years of experience de... Read More

Aniseh Mashkournia M.SC., R.SLP, CCC-SLP

I’m a Speech Language Pathologist with 16 years of experience working with the pediatric community (children aged 1-18) across home and school settings. I value a neuro-affirming approach where I encourage and support the strengths and differences of neurodivergent children. I believe in creating safe learning spaces where children can thrive and learn to communicate through connection and play. I love working collaboratively with parents, teachers, and various team members to problem solve, and help children be successful communicators across environments and to reach their full potential. I have experience working with Autism, Down Syndrome, intellectual disability, articulation/speech disorders, language disorders, literacy/phonological awareness difficulties, and social communication difficulties/differences. I also have worked extensively with children with complex communication needs (CCNs) who need Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to communicate.

I’m a Speech Language Pathologist with 16 years of experience working with the pediatric communit... Read More

Tami Nolan

PlayGym Room Booking

Judy Sengsavang
(She/Her/Hers)

Xia Bing (Linda) Shi MSc. OT

Linda is a dedicated pediatric occupational therapist with a passion for supporting children’s growth and independence. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health Physiology from University of Calgary, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta.

With expertise in sensory integration, feeding challenges, motor development (fine and gross), and activities of daily living, she empowers kids to thrive in their unique ways. Linda has extensive experience working with neurodivergent children since 2013 and is committed to neurodiversity-affirming, inclusive care—ensuring every child, regardless of physical, cognitive, or social differences, feels valued and supported

Linda is a dedicated pediatric occupational therapist with a passion for supporting children’s gr... Read More

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Located at: 328 Centre St S, 226, Calgary
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Need Help? 4039912513 welcome@brightlittlemindsot.com