About us

The story behind My Place Learning Centre

Our continuing story...

Our daughter was diagnosed with Autism at age 4. It was a relief to have a partial answer. But the wait for the diagnosis was long and the wait for access to suitable programs was just as frustrating. When we finally got to the top of the list with our Regional Provider new changes were announced that made her ineligible for the program due to her age. The next list we faced was two years long. We did not want to wait and so in March 2017 My Place Learning Centre opened in Milton. My Place has changed over the past three years, and we have embraced ABA Therapy Programs. Our ABA program continues to grow under the direction of our Board Certified Behaviour Analyst and Senior Therapist and we are grateful to all our staff who continue to support the program and MPLC families.

Mow and Anna Tea

A Home for MPLC

June 2019

We moved in July 2018 from our old location on Nipissing Rd. to 220 Bronte St. N. This new space has allowed us to accept new clients and begin the creation of our Therapy Gym. We are pleased that more families are discovering that they do have options and we are proud to watch our children progress and thrive in their homes and schools. We have met many professionals over the last two years who have generously given their input. We have also learned to appreciate even more the input of the parents who have taught us that the ones who ‘live the life’ are the most valuable resource.

August 2020

We moved again last month to our new home at 56 Bronte St. S. We are looking forward to putting down roots and creating a supportive and fun learning space for our families.

Meet the team

A committed family of professionals

My Place Learning Centre has a team of dedicated therapists who wants to ensure your child has the tools to succeed wherever life takes them.

Suha Wais

Board Certified Behaviour Analyst

Suha has obtained a Post-Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science from George Brown College. She also possesses a degree in M.B.Ch.B (MD) from Bagdad University and is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).

Suha has extensive experience working with children with ASD in her role as a Medical Doctor and Clinical Director in Africa, in her role as an Instructor Therapist in Canada, and most recently as BCBA at My Place Learning Centre.

Suha is certified in Pre-K Readiness and Writing and Literacy and Math, as well as K-5 Handwriting, through Handwriting Without Tears. Suha is also a member of ONTABA and in good standing.

Melissa Gagnon

Speech Language Pathologist

Melissa is a Speech Language Pathologist with a Masters degree from the University of Toronto. She works with children as young as 18 months who present with language delays and with preschoolers and school aged children who present with speech, language, and/or literacy delays.

She specializes in literacy, early language, and high level language for preschool and school aged children. She has specific training in teaching children how to read (Lindamood Bell’s Seeing Stars Program and Smarter Intervention) and is very passionate about providing both clients and families with the tools to be successful readers. She has also completed the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol and Expanding Expressive Language Tool courses. Furthermore, she has pursued continuing education in the areas of applying ABA strategies in therapy sessions.

Her approach is family centered- creating goals and therapy materials that are engaging and motivating to help children be successful. Melissa currently offers online therapy sessions only.

Anam Shafi

Lead Therapist

Anam is the Lead Behaviour Therapist at My Place Learning Centre. After earning her Honours Bachelors of Science from University of Toronto, majoring in Psychology and Sociology, Anam went on to complete a post graduate certificate in Behavioural Science from Humber College. She is currently working towards her BCBA certification. She has worked and volunteered with clients who have been diagnosed with Autism and has served clients within the community in a multitude of settings, including schools, community homes, summer camps and ABA Centres.

Lubna Mujeeb

Instructor Therapist

Lubna Mujeeb is a compassionate and highly adaptable ABA Therapist and ESL Educator with over two decades of international experience supporting children with diverse learning and developmental needs. Lubna brings a dynamic blend of clinical, academic, and cross-cultural expertise to every learning environment. Her professional journey spans India, the UAE, and Canada, including time spent as a part time EA with Peel District School Board, equipping her with a deep understanding of varied educational systems and cultural contexts. She specializes in working with children on the autism spectrum and those requiring behavioral or language support, with a strong focus on early intervention. Lubna’s approach is informed by her strengths in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), ESL program design, and individualized instruction. She is skilled in conducting functional behavior assessments, implementing data-driven interventions, and using appropriate tools for tracking progress. Lubna is also experienced in mental health peer support and maintains a solid foundation in project management and team collaboration. With a reputation for being both nurturing and professional, Lubna is committed to empowering children and families through evidence-based practices, empathetic support, and continuous professional growth.

Zainab Zaheer

Instructor Therapist

Zainab holds a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology. Once she completed her undergraduate degree she continued with her education and received a post graduate diploma as a Communicative Disorders Assistant. Zainab has also completed certificates in "Hanen Training-It Takes Two to Talk", "PECS Training", "Reinforcement", and "Naturalistic Teaching". Zainab has made her career in the ABA field for over 5 years. She started her journey with My Place Learning Centre in July 2018 and has been enjoying her time working here ever since. Zainab follows the policy of "Why fit in when you were born to stand out"-Dr Seuss.