Meet The Team
Sonia Levy, PhD ABA, BCBA, RBA (Ont)
Owner/Clinical Director of ABA Services
Languages: English
Sonia is a behaviour analyst and aunt extraordinaire. After acquiring her H.B.Sc in Kinesiology (McMaster University) and a certificate in Autism and Behavior Sciences (Seneca College), she completed her M.S. in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and PhD in ABA at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and set her sights on applying her knowledge to better serve her community. Since becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2015, she has advanced into supervisory roles which allow her to support more clients, as well as provide training and supervision for the next generation of behaviour analysts. She is an active member of her ABA community, including attending and presenting at conferences and writing/publishing various research and theoretical papers. She has experience working with children of various ages and developmental abilities, across a range of diagnoses, as well as a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds. Using her knowledge and experience, she strives to work with individuals to create a personalized approach to care, using the science of behavior to create meaningful change in the lives of her clients.
Sonia truly believes that behaviour analysis is one of many fields that can be used to make this world a better place. Her passions include animal rights, social justice, education, and helping all individuals live happy, healthy, and empowered lives.
Sonia is a Registered Behaviour Analyst in Ontario (R.B. A. Ont), a BCBA and an approved Clinical Supervisor for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
Megan Winter, MPEd
Supervised Senior Therapist
Languages: English
Megan is one of our Senior Therapists (ST) and a new mom! Growing up, she always had a passion for working with children and wanted to be a teacher. After completing her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Ryerson University and gaining some experience working with children on the autism spectrum, she decided she wanted to pursue a job in the ABA world, where she could teach new skills and better the lives of individuals and teens in her community. Since entering the field in 2016, Megan gained valuable experience from her mentors and obtained a Masters Degree in Professional Education, with a focus in Applied Behaviour Analysis from the University of Western Ontario, and became a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst in 2023. Megan has worked closely with Sonia Levy since 2017 and has worked at Impact Village since it opened in 2020. She has experience working with children of all ages, different abilities, and dual-diagnoses. Her passion and experience with implementing individualized programs that teach clients skill to promote safety and independence in their environment greatly sets her clients up for success in school, in the community, and at home.
Since entering the ABA world, Megan is truly amazed by the growth she has seen as a direct result of ABA therapy, and the meaningful relationships she has watched some of her clients build. Her passions in the field include: decreasing challenging behaviour, teaching emotional regulation, providing staff and parent training and consultation, facilitating social skills and teen groups, teaching her clients advocacy skills, helping them understand their diagnoses and helping her clients create a positive and confident self-image.
Her hobbies outside of ABA consist of reading, spending time with her family and dog, walking and going on hikes, and going out to eat and the movies!
Ashley Caine
Supervised Lead Instructor Therapist
Languages: English
Hi, I'm Ashley, I was born in Jamaica and moved to Canada when I was twelve years old. As a Jamaican, I have seen all the stigma and stereotypes associated with disability, especially developmental disability. This was the driving force that led me to the path I am on today. I continue to move forward with the hope that I can change that narrative, bring awareness and educate the community. I am currently enrolled in the B.Sc Psychology program at Trent University. I am working towards getting my M.A in clinical psychology. I have always had a love for children, and it is my passion to work alongside them. I found ABA (more like it found me) while working in the daycare setting as a resource support. I became a registered behaviour technician in 2022. I really enjoy dancing, watching movies and playing soccer.
Reena Lewis, B.Sc
Owner/Intake Coordinator/ Parent Support Liaison
Languages: English
Reena is a Parenting Coach, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Linguistics from the University of Toronto. With past experience as an Instructor Therapist (IT) at an ABA program/centre in Toronto, and now her more current experience in raising four energetic kids – all 10 years and younger and all with very different strengths and personalities – Reena sees the benefit in merging her skillset as an IT with her parenting knowledge. She is passionate about teaching, supporting, and sharing her wisdom with other parents who also strive to be calm, confident, and compassionate leaders in their home.
Reena’s role at Impact Village is to welcome new families and get them started, as well as the many ‘behind the scene’ activities that keep Impact VIllage running smoothly, and to help provide additional support to parents in whatever way works best for them.
Her interests include: reading, practicing mindfulness through journaling and meditation, experimenting with new recipes, and finding and sharing ways to lighten the load of parenting through managing meltdowns.
Rebeka (Bekki) McLean
Supervised SeniorTherapist
Languages: English
Bekki is one of our Senior Therapists (ST) who is passionate about learning more effective ways to support and teach children with exceptionalities! At Impact Village, she not only supports individual learning, but also plans and leads our social skills groups!
She completed the Social Service Worker program through Sheridan College, and worked as an Educational Assistant with the Peel District School Board, supporting children on the Autism spectrum for five years. Bekki then completed the Autism Behaviour Science course through Seneca College and started working as an Instructor Therapist, and a Lead Therapist soon after. It was in this position that Bekki first worked with Sonia Levy and others, who inspired a deeper understanding and love for Applied Behaviour Analysis as a way to understand and teach others. Bekki began working for Impact Village and developed the Breathe and Focus program in response to the increased anxiety and emotional support needs of clients while managing the stressors of a worldwide pandemic.
Bekki is now working towards her Masters of Professional Education, with a focus on ABA through Western University. She continues to focus on providing client-centered, neurodiversity-affirming care for clients, while encouraging therapists to focus on building positive client relationships, while working on challenging skills. She finds great joy in developing a foundation of trust with her clients and being able to use that to promote independence, autonomy, and engagement while working towards each client's goals. Other areas of focus include helping clients with understanding their diagnoses, collaborating with teachers and schools while advocating for client's support needs, and providing support and training to parents.
Outside of ABA, Bekki enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephew, taking pictures, and cooking.
Henisha Patel
Supervised Lead Instructor Therapist
Languages: English, Hindi and Gujarati
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science. For the last one year, I have dedicated myself to working in the field, gaining invaluable experience and honing my skills. My journey with IV began during my placement, where I quickly grew fond of the team's work ethic and commitment to excellence. This familiarity made my decision to join IV a natural one, offering me the perfect environment for further training and professional growth.
One of the aspects I cherish most about my work is the opportunity to teach and support clients in developing their day-to-day skills. While progress may sometimes appear as small steps, I have witnessed profound transformations in clients' lives within just a few months of starting ABA therapy. These positive changes fuel my passion and drive to continue making a difference.
When I am not immersed in my professional pursuits, I find solace and rejuvenation in hiking and immersing myself in the beauty of nature. Being outdoors allows me to recharge and stay inspired.