Meet Our Team

Michelle received her B.A. in Psychology from California State University of Northridge and began her career working as a behavioral therapist (ABA) for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. During this time she realized her passion for teaching communication, which led her to go on to obtain her M.A. in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from California State University, San Marcos. Since then, Michelle has acquired years of experience working as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in a variety of settings (private clinic, in-home, and child development centers) with children of all ages and varying needs. She loves working directly with families and teaching children to become better communicators!

Gina has been a speech-language pathologist since 1997. She has enjoyed serving children and families throughout San Diego County in outpatient clinics, educational settings, in a pediatric inpatient hospital, early intervention home visits, and in pediatric home healthcare. She has prior experience working in outpatient and inpatient settings at Rady Children’s Hospital & Health Center and Tri-City Medical Center. Gina has a special interest in early intervention and early childhood language. She was presented with the Award for Continuing Education (ACE) by ASHA’s Continuing Education Board in 1999 and 2019 in recognition of continued professional study. Gina has volunteered for ASHA’s S.T.E.P. “Student to Empowered Professional” Mentoring Program and Rady’s FACES for the future program. When not at home visits with children and families, you can find Gina enjoying being outdoors with family or friends, or learning a new recipe!

Brenna was born and raised in southern California, and earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Communicative Disorders at the University of Redlands. She has eight years of experience serving a wide variety of clients from toddlers to teens, first in public schools and then in the private practice setting. Brenna is trained in Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) in Gestalt Language Processors (GLPs) through Meaningful Speech, and is passionate about providing neurodiversity-affirming care. Off the clock, Brenna enjoys cooking and traveling with her husband and toddler-age daughter.

Janna attended California State University, Sacramento (CSUS) for her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology as well as for her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. She has also completed her Administrative Services Credential Program with UC Irvine’s Extension program. She has over 26 years of school-based experience as a SLP working with children as well as experience in education settings as a SPED Program Specialist, Principal, Director of Special Education and Support Programs, Coordinator and Director of Student Support Services. Janna has held positions such as a Graduate Level Clinical Supervisor at CSUS and Senior Manager, Special Education, HOPE Infant Family Support Program at the San Diego County Office of Education. Janna will be based in the Downtown San Diego area!

Natasha received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her M.S. in Communicative Disorders from California State University, Fresno. Born and raised in the Central Valley, Natasha decided to relocate here to sunny San Diego after graduate school. She started working at an elementary school as a speech language pathologist, and enjoyed supporting her students ages three to ten years of age. After working in the school setting for six years, Natasha decided to make the switch to early intervention. She has since been experiencing the joys of early intervention and working with her clients and families to empower them through both coaching and direct intervention. She enjoys finding new and different ways to functionally meet the needs of her clients. The best part of her job is being able to be a part of her clients’ growth and helping them to uncover the power and fulfillment that comes with experiencing their own self-expression.

Anna holds a B.A. and M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology (San Jose State University). Anna now has 28 years of experience as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and has spent the majority of years in the public school setting. After retirement from the public schools, Anna missed the little ones. She yearned to work with children and their families in Early Intervention. She discovered that the children who made the most progress were the young children that had parent involvement. The home setting was the most functional setting and the younger the child the faster the progress. Anna has significant experience with a variety of speech and language needs, such as: early speech and language delay, cognitive delays, autism spectrum disorders, articulation and phonology, language disorders (semantics, syntax, morphology, pragmatics) and various genetic disabilities. She is compassionate about the families she works with and is grateful for the opportunity to work with this very special age group.

As a committed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant since 2011, I have developed a profound passion for empowering individuals to overcome communication challenges. Currently, I am furthering my education at Arizona State University, where I aim to enhance my knowledge and skills to create a more meaningful impact in this rewarding field.

Tirsa graduated from the University of California, San Diego with her B.A. degree in Cognitive Science. After graduating from UCSD, Tirsa worked as a behavioral interventionist with children on the Autism Spectrum. While she worked as a behavioral interventionist, Tirsa completed her speech-language pathology assistant coursework. With over 14 years of experience as a SLPA, Tirsa has worked in a variety of settings; including public/private schools and private clinics.

When Tirsa is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters (ages 7 & 4), Jazzercise and traveling. In addition to being a busy mom, Tirsa is also a part-time substitute teacher and Girl Scout Troop Leader.

Elena graduated from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Communicative Disorders and attended Loma Linda University for her speech-language pathology assistant (SLP-A) certification. Elena worked as a nanny and preschool teacher while obtaining her degree. She has clinical and school experience as an SLP-A working with a wide range of children and is passionate about providing neurodiversity-affirming therapy. She plans to return to school to obtain her Master’s in Communicative Sciences and Disorders. In her free time, She enjoys Dancing and spending time outdoors.

Keilani Riboni, a North County local, completed her Speech and Language Pathology Assistant program in the spring of 2019 at Orange Coast Community College. Keilani began working in the field later that year, December 2019, at a local school district. Keilani has worked in various school settings in which she has continued to acquire skills working with special needs students with a range of diagnosis, including nonverbal students. Being in the field, she quickly realized she wanted to continue her education and received her Bachelor’s in Speech and Hearing Science at Arizona State University in the fall of 2022. Keilani continues to work in the school settings servicing special needs programs and plans on returning to school to obtain her Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders in the future! She is excited to venture into early intervention with Radiant Kids Therapy!

Originally from San Diego, Gabriella (Ella) Abramson graduated from the University of Utah in the spring of 2022 with a Bachelor’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders, and a minor in Disabilities Studies. Gabriella completed her speech language pathologist assistant (SLP-A) training program in the winter of 2022 where she worked alongside a supervising speech language pathologist in an elementary school setting. Gabriella recently finished working as an SLP-A at Santana High School. Her brother’s diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder as a young child has made Gabriella experienced and passionate when it comes to working with children on the spectrum. She has plans to return to school to obtain her Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She is excited to venture into early intervention with Radiant Kids Therapy!

Kelly graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Communication Science & Disorders from Queens College. She then went on to receive her master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at Molloy University.

Kelly is originally from New York but decided to move to San Diego in 2021. She has worked with a diverse population of patients with communication disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, expressive and receptive language delays, social-pragmatic delays, childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), phonological disorders, and Spanish-English bilingual children with speech and language delays.

Kelly is an energetic and passionate SLP who loves working with kids and their families to reach their communication goals! In her free time, she enjoys staying active by working out and hiking as well as spending time at the beach.

Lauren graduated from the University of California, San Diego, with a B.A. in Sociocultural Anthropology. Subsequently, she graduated with a M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from California State University, San Marcos. As a graduate student, Lauren had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings: an elementary school; the acute, rehabilitation, and transitional care units of a hospital; as well as adult and pediatric private outpatient clinics. After working in an acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital, Lauren pursued her passion for working with pediatric clients and their families. She loves to facilitate speech and language development within child-led, naturalistic play-based therapy sessions, with attention to the unique needs and interests of each child; as well as utilizing up-to-date, evidence-based practices to support therapy techniques and client progress. Lauren also loves opportunities to involve families and caregivers in therapy sessions, and throughout the entire therapy process. In her free time, Lauren practices yoga, Pilates, reads voraciously, loves spending time in nature, and with her family.

Natalia is joining Radiant Kids Therapy after receiving a bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences with a minor in child and family development from San Diego State University. She then graduated with her Master’s in Communication Disorders and Sciences from the University of Oregon. She also received a multidisciplinary training grant to specialize in early Autism education for her master’s program.

Natalia is originally from the East Coast, but she decided to pursue her education and career in San Diego. She has experience working with a diverse range of children with communication disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, expressive and receptive language delays, and phonological (speech sounds!) disorders. She has training in AAC and feeding therapy.

Natalia prides herself on providing neurodiversity-affirming, play-based therapy that is child-led and family-centered. She enjoys painting, swimming in the ocean, and hanging out with her cat in her free time.

Thiana is a bilingual speech language pathologist who graduated from California State University San Marcos with her Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology. She has experience working with preschool and elementary aged children. She has worked with neurodiverse clients (Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome) for more than five years. She has a passion for working with parents to provide coaching and empower them to better communicate and connect with their children.