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Welcome to My Empower Therapy, your trusted autism treatment center in Surrey, where we empower children and families through a holistic suite of therapeutic services. Our specialties include speech therapy, ABA therapy, occupational therapy, psychotherapy, and sensory integration therapy. As a proud Registered Autism Service Provider (RASP), we deliver personalized, evidence-based care that truly transforms lives.
Founded with compassion and care, My Empower Therapy began with one goal: to create an innovative, nurturing environment where children with autism and developmental differences are deeply understood, not just treated. Our team of professionals includes experts in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, family therapy, and early intervention therapy, working together to offer real, measurable growth.
Families in this area can now access Speech, Occupational, and Behavioral Therapy services from our experienced team.
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Burnaby Location : š 3991 Henning Dr, Burnaby, BC V5C 6P3
Panorama Headquarters : š5446 152 St, Surrey, BC V3S 5J9
Weāre proud to have helped over 2,100 children make meaningful progress in areas like speech, behavior, and motor development. Whether itās building communication through speech therapy or enhancing focus through neurotherapy, our tailored plans ensure every child thrives on their unique path toward independence.
Social skills training is integral to our therapy programs. We equip children with the necessary skills to interact confidently with their peers and adults. Through group activities and one-on-one sessions, children learn to express themselves, understand social cues, and build lasting relationships.
We believe that every child is capable of incredible progress when theyāre supported by the right teamāand thatās exactly what we offer. From one-on-one therapy sessions to family-centered programs and community outreach, everything we do is rooted in empathy, excellence, and the belief that early intervention changes lives.
Our dedicated professionals are experts in behavioral therapy for kids, applied behavior analysis, and communication disorders treatment. We understand the unique challenges faced by children with special needs and are committed to providing tailored therapy solutions to enhance their abilities and social skills.
Helping children develop clear speech, expressive language, and social interaction skills laying the foundation for self-confidence and learning.
Helping children build self-care skills, from eating and dressing to handwriting and sensory regulation, so they can thrive at home and in school. Designed for children aged 3-5, our program focuses on preparing little ones for school by combining learning with fun, engaging activities.
As Surreyās trusted provider of ABA therapy, we deliver structured, data-driven plans to develop social skills, reduce behavioral challenges, and foster daily independence. Whether your child needs help catching up or is ready to move ahead to more challenging material, our expert tutors are here to assist them.
We support emotional well-being through child-focused psychotherapy and neurotherapy techniques that enhance brain function, attention, and emotional regulation. Choose My Empower for the best future for your child.
Empowering families through guided sessions that support emotional growth, parenting strategies, and collaborative healing for a healthier home dynamic.
Designed for children with sensory processing issues, this therapy helps regulate responses to touch, sound, movement, and more.
Specially designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this early support addresses delays in speech, motor, and cognitive development, where the earlier the start, the stronger the results.
Our ABA therapy is designed to support children with autism and other behavioral challenges. This scientific approach focuses on teaching practical skills and reducing problematic behaviors, promoting better social interactions and independent living.
At My Empower Therapy, our family counselling services help families navigate challenges, improve communication, and restore emotional connection. Whether you're dealing with conflict, major life transitions, or long-standing issues, our therapists create a safe and supportive space where every voice is heard.
Our Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) offer personalized support through family counselling, child counselling, and play therapy. Whether it's improving family dynamics or helping children manage emotions, our RCCs provide a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.
Our play Therapy provides children with a safe and nurturing space to express their feelings through play. Our trained play therapists use age-appropriate techniques to help children process emotions, develop coping skills, and improve behavior.
We invite you to join our community at My Empower Therapy. Whether you are seeking behavior therapy, speech therapy, early intervention, or any other specialized service, we are here to provide you with the highest level of care. Contact us today to schedule an intake session and start your childās journey toward empowerment and independence.
We are committed to helping each child reach their full potential through dedicated support and specialized therapy services. We look forward to being a part of your childās success story.
Custom Treatment Plans: Every childās journey is unique. We design plans tailored to their specific needs.
Experienced Multidisciplinary Team: Our licensed therapists collaborate across all disciplines to offer consistent, coordinated care.
Family-Centered Support: We provide parents with coaching, tools, and strategies to reinforce progress at home.
Measurable Outcomes: We track improvements in communication, behavior, and development to ensure consistent growth.
BC Registered Kinesiologist and OTA/PTA at My Empower Therapy
Mandi K. is a BC Registered Kinesiologist and OTA/PTA at My Empower Therapy, with over 15 years of pediatric therapy experience supporting children across the Lower Mainland. She specializes in pediatric kinesiology, Occupational Therapy through sensory integration therapy, and corrective exercise programs designed to improve movement, coordination, and functional independence.
Mandi has advanced expertise in toe walking correction, hand strengthening, sensory stimulation, coordination training, and motor planning, including intervention strategies to reduce hand flapping and repetitive motor behaviors. She works extensively with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), and cerebral palsy, delivering individualized, evidence-based therapy programs aligned with occupational and physical therapy goals.
As part of the multidisciplinary team at My Empower Therapy, Mandi collaborates closely with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and behavior specialists to support optimal developmental outcomes for children and families.
REGISTERED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST | SENSORY INTEGRATION SPECIALIST
With over 18 years of experience in pediatric occupational therapy and rehabilitation, I am passionate about helping children overcome developmental challenges and reach their fullest potential through evidence-based, individualized care.
I hold a Masterās Degree in Occupational Therapy, a PhD in Sports Rehabilitation, graduated from Iran University of Medical Sciences, and am a Registered Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC).
My primary area of expertise is Sensory Integration Therapy, helping children who struggle with sensory processing develop the skills needed to feel more regulated, confident, and successful in everyday life. I work closely with families to understand each childās unique sensory profile and create personalized treatment plans that improve participation at home, school, and in the community.
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I believe every child learns differently. My therapy sessions are engaging, play-based, and individually tailored to each childās strengths, interests, and goals. By combining advanced sensory integration techniques with evidence-based occupational therapy, I help children improve regulation, attention, confidence, independence, and functional skills that carry over into everyday life.
My greatest passion is empowering children to participate more fully in the activities they love while giving families the tools, education, and support they need to continue their childās success beyond the therapy room.
PROVISIONAL OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
I have completed my Masters of Occupational Therapy at Curtin University in Australia. Experienced with pediatrics.
Senior Registered Occupational Therapist
M.Ed., BCBA
20+ years experience.
ā RASP provider COTBC registered OTR/L
Certified Hypnotherapist
Certified Viome Nutrition Coach
Certified SOMA Level 1 Breath Work Facilitator
BEHAVIOR ANALYST / BCBAS
RASP Certified ā Registered Autism Service Provider
M.Ed., BCBA
Tanya McCarthy has been working in the field of applied behavior analysis for over 20 years. She has provided services to children and youth between the ages of 2 and 19 in home settings, schools, and the community. Tanya is a board-certified behavior analyst since 2020 and holds a masterās degree in special education with a concentration in autism and developmental disabilities from the University of British Columbia and has also received an advanced citation diploma in disability and applied behavior analysis from Douglas College. Tanya is passionate about using the science of behavior analysis to promote meaningful changes to improve the lives of her clients and their families.
RASP CERTIFIED ā REGISTERED AUTISM Services provider AFU funding
Board Certified Behavior Analyst BCBA
ā BCBA Nearly ten years of service experience in children with autism, developmental delays, and other conditions
REGISTERED FAMILY BEHAVIOR THERAPIST- RCC
Masters of Psychology 7 years clinical experience Working as a Behaviour Therapist.
BEHAVIOR ANALYST / BCBAS
BEHAVIOR ANALYST / BCBAS
Highly experienced BCBA ā Behavior Consultant specializes in developing daily living skills, independence and self regulation plans.
RASP Provider as Family Therapist RCC /R-SLP / Behavior Consultant / Play Therapist
Sahar is a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with over 20 years of pediatric experience supporting children and families. She is a full-time member of My Empower Therapyās multidisciplinary team, working across the Panorama, Newton, and Morgan Crossing clinics within both the Speech and Behaviour Departments.
Known for her warm, playful, and highly engaging approach, Sahar has a natural ability to build strong connections with children while creating sessions that are fun, motivating, and meaningful. Families often appreciate her ability to make children feel comfortable, confident, and excited to participate in therapy.
Education/ Certifications:
BA in Speech and Language Pathology
MA in Family counselling
PhD in the Psychology of Special Ed.
Sahar has extensive experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, speech and language delays, social communication challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, learning disabilities, hearing loss, Down syndrome, stuttering, articulation difficulties, and developmental delays.
In addition to her clinical experience, Sahar has advanced training in play-based intervention, family support strategies, behaviour consultation, and child development. Her approach is individualized, compassionate, and focused on helping every child build communication, confidence, connection, and independence in everyday life.
Working with children has always been Saharās passion, and she is deeply committed to helping each child reach their fullest potential in a supportive and engaging environment.
RSLP / RASP Provider ā Speech Language Pathologist
RSLP ā Full Registered Speech Language Pathologist
Levy received his Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Toronto in 2021. Before that, he studied Music with a specialization in Vocal Performance from Briercrest College in Saskatchewan.
He is a member in good standing with Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC,) Speech and Hearing BC, and is registered with the College of Speech and Hearing Professionals of BC (CSHBC) and the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP).
Levy enjoys working with children through a play-based approach. Levy has experience with parent-coaching, early intervention, and providing services to clients of various backgrounds (ASD, Down Syndrome, CP etc). Levy enjoys incorporating music into his sessions and tries his best to make sessions fun, engaging, and neurodiversity affirming. Extra training includes SCERTS and Meaningful Speech, Gestalt Language Processing and The Ultimate Play Based Speech Course.
Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Mary is a Speech Language Pathology Assistant with over 20 years of clinical experience in speech therapy. She graduated in 2005 from the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences at Iran University of Medical Sciences, where she specialized in Speech Language Pathology. Her clinical focus includes speech delay, childhood apraxia of speech, intervention for children with hearing impairment, autism rehabilitation, ADHD, infant feeding and swallowing disorders, stuttering, and articulation disorders. Since 2025, Mary has been practicing as an SLPA in British Columbia with two organizations in Canada while actively working toward the transfer and recognition of her professional credentials.
RSLP / RASP Provider ā Speech Language Pathologist
RSLP ā Full Registered Speech Language Pathologist
My Empower Therapy RASP approved provider SLP with over 8 years experience Speech Delay, language Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Voice, Autism, Apraxia of Speech, stuttering, voice disorder, communication disorders
Senior Clinical Associate
Sharon Dhaliwal, our Executive Director, has been instrumental in shaping the vision and direction of My Empower Therapy. Her leadership ensures that our center not only meets but exceeds the standards of care expected by our families and the community. Sharon also offers private equine therapy services which promotes positive outcomes for our patients.
Clinical Director & Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine ā Affiliated Clinical Educator
PhD in Child Development, Psychology, and Neuroscience Rehabilitation
FarahĀ is our esteemed Clinical Director, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in rehabilitation medicine. As an affiliated clinical educator, Farah oversees our therapy programs and ensures that all treatments are aligned with the latest research and best practices in child development and rehabilitation. She brings forward over 15 years of experience and expertise and has positively impacted hundreds of families.
Congratulations to Dr. Farah Rattansi on being honoured by Capilano University as the 2026 Open Award recipient at the Alumni Awards of Excellence. This recognition celebrates her leadership in pediatric care and her dedication to empowering children and families through early intervention, inclusive support, and family-centred autism care.
As founder of My Empower Therapy, Dr. Rattansi continues to create meaningful community impact through services designed to help children grow, participate fully, and thrive in everyday life. Her recognition by Capilano reflects not only professional excellence, but also a deeper commitment to building systems of care that are thoughtful, inclusive, and truly empowering for families.
We are proud to congratulate Dr. Farah Rattansi for being featured in The Times of Canadaās IGNITE Special Power Edition, a publication that celebrates strong women from our community who uplift, empower, and contribute meaningfully to the betterment of other women and society as a whole. This recognition reflects her leadership, vision, and continued commitment to making a difference through compassionate and purpose-driven care.
Through My Empower Therapy and Neuro Brain Treatment Vancouver, Dr. Farah Rattansi has helped build trusted spaces of support for children and families, with a strong focus on pediatric therapy, neuro-rehabilitation, and inclusive care. Her work continues to create meaningful impact in the community and reflects the kind of leadership and service this special edition was created to honour.
Dr. Farah Rattansiās recognition by the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade in the Entrepreneur, Large Business category highlights the strength of her leadership and the growing impact of the organizations she has built. Through My Empower Therapy and Neuro Brain Treatment Vancouver, she has created services that combine clinical excellence with a strong commitment to children, families, and community care.
This recognition speaks to more than business growth alone. It reflects a vision rooted in inclusion, innovation, and meaningful service, with a continued focus on expanding access to high-quality pediatric and neuro-focused support across the region.
We are proud to be recognized as a top finalist in the Surrey & White Rock Business Excellence Awards, positioning My Empower Therapy among the most influential and high-performing healthcare organizations in the region
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Our work extends beyond the clinic into the broader community, where we have been recognized for:
My Empower Therapy has been honoured with multiple StevieĀ®ļø Awards for Women in Business, one of the most prestigious global business award programs recognizing innovation, leadership, and impact at an international level.
These awards highlight:
