Meet our staff
Our therapists are dually qualified and have been handpicked by our BCBA to bring you quality Speech Therapy and ABA therapy, that is closely monitored by the BCBA to maintain the standards required by every International therapy programme.
Komal,
SLP/RBT
Hi I’m Komal!
From a very young age I have been interested to help others and have taken keen interest in service of different kinds, for people in need. However, there was one kind of person that always baffled me. I was totally unable to understand individuals with special needs and it was very intriguing to me. I then identified the skills that I lack to be able to do this and worked towards getting my degree at Samvaad Institute of Speech & Hearing under the guidance and training of Mrs. Radhika Poovaya. This opened up an entire world into the minds of these children and there are no words to explain the joy and satisfaction of now being able to help them communicate meaningfully with their loved ones. This is a great motivator to do better and try harder to make a difference in people’s lives.
I have 6 years of hands-on experience providing ABA & Speech therapy to children and adults with disabilities. I am also a certified RBT and look forward to helping your child and your family hit milestones clearly in sight with ABA assistance!
Bala,
SLP/RBT/OPT
Hi I’m Baladharshine, but you can call me Bala!
I have grown up around the conversation of special abilities as my mother runs a center for Special Needs children and I have always been interested in this field. I wanted to go the next step and learn about more effective methods than the ones that I was used to. And my search led me to Samvaad Institute where Mrs. Radhika introduced us to the world of ABA therapy. It enhanced and upped my skills immensely. Using the specific tools and techniques of ABA therapy, I feel enthusiastic to be able to help children and adults learn behaviours and acquire the social skills they may be missing.
I bring my proficiency and experience of 6 years as a Speech & ABA therapist coupled with my desire to help and provide service to those who need it.
I also have a keen interest to assist children with feeding issues and my interest lead me to further qualify as an Oral Placement Therapist as well.
Look forward to seeing you at the centre!
Bhashitha,
SLP/ABAT
“Hey there, I'm Bhashitha, but most people call me "Bhashi"!
I’m from Sri Lanka and happy to be in Phnom Penh, I already love it here. From a young age, I've been drawn to helping people, especially those facing unique challenges. It's something that's been a part of me since as long as I can remember, thanks to the amazing people I've been lucky to know. This path led me to discover the incredible world of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, and I'm absolutely thrilled to be a part of it.
My journey is fueled by a deep curiosity and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with special needs. This passion led me to Samvaad Institute, where I had the privilege of learning under the guidance of Mrs. Radhika Poovaya. Thanks to this experience, I gained valuable insights and even more valuable experiences in the world of ABA therapy and its amazing potential.
My goal is to create a fun and efficient learning experience for kids who might be struggling, helping them gain independence and confidence. By using the special tools and techniques of ABA therapy, I'm dedicated to helping children and adults develop crucial behaviors and social skills.
With a solid 5 years of experience as a Speech & ABA therapist, I bring both expertise and a heartfelt commitment to this important work. I can't wait to be part of the journey to make a real, positive impact. Let's work together to make learning a joy and independence a reality for these incredible individuals!”
Ry Visa
Accountant & Admin Assistant
Meet Visa, our exceptional Accountant and Admin Assistant, who brings both a warm personality and a highly efficient work ethic to everything she does. From managing flawless accounting, managing Taxes and overseeing compliance and HR tasks all the way to translating into Khmer for our parents and even creating impactful videos that will reach our community, she is always ready to support our team. Her dedication, reliability and loyalty make her an invaluable part of our success and most of our parents always have great feedback about her customer service, promptness and professionalism. As one of Smilestones’ first team members, we’re grateful for her continued contributions and commitment to our growth.