People First.
At Smilestones, therapy begins with relationships.
Read about our approach.
We know that families often arrive with questions, uncertainty, and hope for their child’s future.
Our team works alongside parents with patience, respect, and genuine care, creating an environment where children feel understood and families feel supported.
Our team is grounded in the principle that a child’s needs always come first. We hold this at the center of everything we do, and it guides every decision we make in therapy and in collaboration with families. When we stay aligned with this shared vision, everything else begins to fall into place.
By keeping our focus on the child, we are able to build stronger relationships, clearer goals, and more meaningful progress for both the child and their family.
Mythili Chengapa
Founder & CEO
Smilestones was founded in 2019 by Mythili Chengapa after years of working closely with young children and families in Phnom Penh.
Through her experience in early childhood education, she recognised how difficult it was for parents to find reliable developmental support that felt both professional and compassionate.
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As an educator and parent, Mythili understands the emotional journey families often experience when seeking help for their child.
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This perspective continues to guide the culture of Smilestones, a place where parents are listened to, children are respected and progress is approached with patience and understanding.
Having lived in Cambodia for more than a decade and with fluent Khmer language skills, she has built strong connections within the community. She remains actively involved in guiding services, supporting families, and ensuring that care is transparent, ethical, and genuinely family-centred, while staying firmly aligned with the organisation’s original purpose.
Our Therapy Team
Our therapists work closely with children and caregivers to build communication, independence, and confidence in ways that feel natural and meaningful.
Therapy at Smilestones is collaborative, with parents, teachers, and therapists working together toward shared goals.
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Komal
Speech-Language Pathologist
(RCI-SLP Credential ID A95499)
MA.Psych / Gestalt Language Processing Certified / Tele-therapy Certified
Komal has been part of the Smilestones team for over four years, supporting children with speech, language, and communication development through individualised and child-centred therapy.
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With clinical training in India and experience as a Clinical Supervisor, she places strong emphasis on early identification and timely support. Komal is certified in Teletherapy and Natural Language Acquisition, allowing her to adapt therapy to each child’s communication style and learning pace.
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She also works closely with teachers and community members, helping children receive consistent support across home, school, and everyday environments.
Bala
SLP / Oral Placement Therapist/ ABA therapist
(RCI-SLP Credential ID A95444)
(OPT Credential ID 223961)
(RBT Credential ID -21-198236)
Bala supports children in developing functional communication, positive behaviour skills, and feeding abilities.
As a Licensed Registered Behaviour Technician and Oral Placement Therapist, she works with children who experience challenges related to communication, behaviour regulation, and oral-motor development.
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Her approach is collaborative and practical, with strong involvement from parents throughout the therapy process.
Bala focuses on strategies families can comfortably continue at home, helping progress feel achievable and sustainable.
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Known for her warm and engaging manner, she creates therapy sessions that are structured, supportive, and enjoyable for children and caregivers alike.
Bhashi
Speech Language Pathologist
(RCI-SLP Credential ID A99193)
/ AAC intervention Certified / Apraxia Certified
Bhashitha is a pediatric speech-language pathologist with international experience supporting children with diverse communication needs.
His work focuses on early intervention and functional, child-led therapy that builds on each child’s strengths and interests.
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He is a strong advocate for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), supporting children in finding communication methods that work best for them.
Bhashitha works closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure therapy remains respectful, practical, and relevant to daily life.
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His thoughtful and encouraging style helps children develop confidence while supporting families throughout their child’s communication journey.
Ry Visa
Finance & Administration
Supporting the work of the therapy team is our Finance and Administration lead, who manages coordination, scheduling, and financial operations at Smilestones.
Visa helps ensure families experience clear communication, transparent processes, and smooth day to day support, allowing therapists to focus fully on children and their progress. She is very efficient and is your contact point for any admin related queries.