Berdhie is an Intake Clerk at ACT. Berdhie holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology, an Associate of Science in Medical Assisting and a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Mental Health. She is currently working towards a Master of Counselling Psychology. Berdhie is fluent in English, French and Haitian Creole.

Berdhie has worked in the medical field for many years. Previously, she worked as a medical assistant, ward clerk and receptionist. She has experience in taking vital signs, performing EKG and various clinical tests such as urinalysis, school and work physicals and strep and influenza tests. She also has customer service experience in technical support. Berdhie enjoys being with kids as they bring so much joy with their uniqueness. She also works with kids of all ages through different volunteering programs.

“I chose to work at ACT Learning Centre due to the attractive work environment. Their mission and the services they provide have an amazing impact on a community that needs an incredible amount of support. The opportunity to be a part of serving the community and the kids in need was a driving force in my decision.”

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Bora Bora

If you could have any exotic animal as a pet, what would it be?
Koala Bear

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Haitian meal called Fritay (fried plantains, pikliz, fried goat/chicken/fish)

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Breanna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Trent University. After graduation, she began working as an Instructor Therapist in Barrie, ON. She then made the move to Ottawa and joined ACT Learning Centre as a Supervised Instructor Therapist.

“I have always loved working with & learning about children. When moving to Ottawa, I researched many different clinics & found that my work ethics, professional growth opportunities and all of my wants and needs were all found and aligned with ACT Learning Centre.”

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Banff, or anywhere with a gorgeous hiking trail/view!

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Sushi or Pasta

What’s your favourite holiday?

Halloween!

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Brittany has extensive experience working in childcare and has been working with children with ASD for over 10 years. Brittany uses both ESDM and ABA techniques to help her clients reach their full potential. She is an ESDM Senior Lead Team member working under the supervision of Jocelyne Boileau, a certified ESDM Therapist.

Brittany holds a Child and Youth Worker Advanced Diploma and an Autism and Behavioural Sciences Graduate Certificate. She has also completed an ESDM introductory course and is a Registered Behavioural Therapist.

“I work at ACT because of the multidisciplinary aspect and the professionals that I work and collaborate with on a daily basis.”

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be? 

Italy

If you had to eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Pizza

Are you a morning person or a night-owl? 

Night-owl

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Brynn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psycholinguistics and Communication Disorders from Carleton University and speaks both English and French.

As a co-op student, Brynn worked in CHEO’s preschool, as well as with SLPs in LLD and LD classrooms in the school board. Brynn also previously taught ballet and dance with the City of Ottawa and worked as a senior staff member for a summer camp.

Brynn loves art, and has many hobbies, including painting, sculpting and embroidery. If she’s not working on a new project, she’s probably playing with her rabbit, Leo.

I choose to work at ACT because I’m passionate about working with kids. As a new graduate, ACT allows me so many opportunities to continue learning and growing. It’s an incredibly supportive environment, filled with people who are all equally passionate about supporting children and families.

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