Our Merlin Day Academy Team

Meet our Merlin Day Academy team of Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Behavior Therapists, Teachers, and Therapeutic Assistants. Our highly qualified and knowledgeable staff are here to help your child achieve their goals and reach their fullest potential.

Our Directors

Dr. Laura Mraz, OTD, OTR/L
Executive Director, Occupational Therapist

“I really enjoy seeing the growth within our children and families each year, but it is also incredible to see the growth and transformation within our therapists as they thrive in our supportive, nurturing and collaborative environment.”

Sarah H, MOT, OTR/L
Regional Clinic Director, Occupational Therapist

“I became intrigued with the field of occupational therapy while providing childcare for a boy who had cerebral palsy. I had the opportunity to join his therapy sessions and was blown away by the impact in helping build his independence and engagement in everyday life.”

Noah G, MSW, LICSW
Clinic Director

“Throughout my last 12 years in the social services field, I have continued to be inspired by the talent, passions, and determination demonstrated by both my peers and the children, adults, and families I worked with.”

Jennifer G, LBS-1, M.Ed., MBA
Assistant Clinic Director

Early in my career, I had the privilege of working with students with developmental disabilities, and it was in those first classrooms that I felt my true calling—to create compassionate, inclusive, and empowering learning environments for students who require specialized support.

Amanda L, MA, CCC-SLP
Director of Program Development, Speech-Language Pathologist

I received speech therapy as a child due to my difficulty with articulation, specifically producing /s/. While I can remember how my difficulty communicating affected me, I remember even more so the impact my speech-language pathologist had on me.

Molly R, MS, DT
Assistant Director of Program Development, Developmental Therapist

“Nothing matters more than a child’s early years and I am passionate about continuing to learn how children develop, thrive, and learn in the context of their family, culture, and community. ”

Our Occupational Therapists

Olivia L, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Justine T, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Dr. Emilee M, OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Ashley S, MOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Maria O, OTR/L, OTD
Occupational Therapist

Our Speech-Language Pathologists

Julia C, MS, CCC-SLP
Lead Speech-Language Pathologist

Suzanne C, MS, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Gabriela G, MS, CFY
Speech-Language Pathologist

Emily P, MS, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist, Therapy Case Manager

Leah B, CF-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Abbey L, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

Our Social Workers

Angelica B, LSW
Lead Social Worker, Therapy Case Manager

Emily P, LSW
Social Worker, Therapy Case Manager

Grace K, MSW
Social Worker, Therapy Case Manager

Reign E, LSW
Social Worker

Jesse C, LSW
Social Worker

Kaylie M, LSW
Social Worker

Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists

Bethany B, MS, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Our Behavior Analysts

Mary Kate D, M.Ed., BCBA
Lead Behavior Analyst

Adam R, BCBA
Behavior Analyst

Our Behavior Therapists

Vanessa R
Lead Behavior Therapist

Alyssa I
Lead Behavior Therapist

Aaron H
Behavior Therapist

Cameron G
Behavior Therapist

Adrian V
Behavior Therapist

Bria O
Behavior Therapist

Jules V S
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Asiyah A
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Michael G
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Breanna B
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Sean C
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Dezmarae C
Behavior Therapist

Raven T
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Takiyah S
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Emily B
Behavior Therapist

Ivan P
Behavior Therapist

Duncan G
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Nyana D
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

An P
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Haley A
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant

Elisabet G
Behavior Therapist, Therapeutic Assistant