Our Team

Michela has been an educator for the past 7 years. During her time in the classroom she particularly enjoyed identifying each learner's unique strengths, learning styles, and personalities! Her transition to Bizzy Bees is inspired by her passion for advocacy and community support. She is a graduate of Boston College with a Master's in Applied Developmental Educational Psychology and undergraduate degrees in Elementary Education and Applied Psychology in Human Development. Outside of work, Michela enjoys teaching dance classes, reading, and visiting the newest coffee shops. She is beyond excited to be part the Bizzy Bees team!

Brittany Sorice CCC-SLP

Clinical Education Supervisor, AAC Specialist, Speech Language Pathologist

Brittany received her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences & Disorders from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. Brittany’s passion is and has always been Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and helping individuals find their “voice”. Brittany has previously worked in Early Intervention and outpatient clinics, primarily treating individuals with Autism and individuals with complex medical needs. Her favorite part of the job is helping clients feel empowered to advocate for themselves. Brittany is always finding ways to incorporate music into treatment sessions. When she is not providing therapy she loves kickboxing, volleyball, and jigsaw puzzles.

Dani Elson CCC-SLP

Speech Lead, Speech Language Pathologist, Feeding Therapist

Dani received her Master's Degree in Speech, Language, and Learning from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. She has experience assessing and treating speech, language, and swallowing in individuals across the lifespan with a special interest in treating fluency disorders. Outside of work, Dani loves taking care of her houseplants, sailing, and embroidery.

Meaghan Bernard MS, CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist, AAC Specialist

Meaghan received her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Worcester State University. Meaghan loves working with kids of all ages and helping them make progress towards their goals. Her favorite thing is hearing about their child’s victories and getting to cheer them on along the way. Meaghan has had experience working with children of all ages in the school setting and at Bizzy Bees during her clinical rotations. Her favorite part of the job is connecting with the children to create a happy and loving environment where they can have fun and communicate in the best way for them. Outside of work, Meaghan enjoys crafting, reading, and spending time outside.

 Brooke Taylor MS, CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

bio coming soon!

Christina Gagosian MS, OTR/L

Lead Occupational Therapist, Feeding Therapist

Christina graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor’s of Therapeutic Studies and Master’s of Occupational Therapy. For the past 5 years, she has worked in outpatient pediatrics in Oregon. Christina has extensive experience working with children and adolescents ages 1-25 with Autism, sensory processing dysfunction, feeding disorders, and developmental delays. She is certified in the SOS Approach to Feeding, Zones of Regulation, Handwriting Without Tears, and Project ImPACT: Teaching Social Communication to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Delays. Christina is passionate about providing therapy that is child-led, play-based, and family- centered. Outside of work, Christina enjoys hiking with her partner, reading, traveling, and playing with dogs. Having grown up in Massachusetts, Christina is looking forward to being back on the East Coast and closer to family.

Laura Collins COTA/L

Occupational Therapy Assistant, Feeding Therapist

Meet Laura Collins! She is a licensed, certified occupational therapy assistant. Laura received her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science at URI in 2015 and completed the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at the Community College of Rhode Island, graduating in 2018. Laura recently obtained her SOS Approach to Feeding Certification. She has experience working with children from 3-21 years old in home and school based settings. She enjoys working with children and their families to help them develop the skills needed to be successful in their everyday lives using creative, fun approaches. Laura believes therapy should be customized to fit every child's needs in order to maximize functional independence and overcome challenges. Outside of work she enjoys cooking, spending time with friends and family, and escaping to the mountains in New Hampshire!

Justine Rotz, MS OTR/L

Occupational Therapist, Feeding Therapist

Justine attended Castleton University, in Castleton, Vermont and received her Bachelorette’s of Art in Developmental Psychology. She then went on to receive her Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of New England in Portland, Maine. Justine has experience working in the acute care and sub-acute setting with adults presenting with a variety of diagnoses. Most recently, she has been working in the early intervention setting with children who have autism, developmental delays, feeding disorders, sensory processing disorder, and medical complexities. Justine’s passion is working with children with a variety of abilities, however, specifically, children with complex medical needs and children who are neurodiverse. She aspires to spread awareness, advocate for inclusion and focus on the abilities. This passion comes from having a little brother with Down syndrome who received therapy services since he was born. Her experiences with her brother give her a unique aspect on providing therapy and advocating for children and their families. Outside of work, Justine enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family and playing with her dog.

Danielle Daria OTR/L, c/NDT

Occupational Therapist, Neurodevelopmental Specialist

Danielle is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and received her degree in both
Occupational Therapy and Psychology from the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. Danielle has 20+ years of OT experience working with babies and young children. She and her family relocated to Rhode Island in 2021 from New York City where she had
been in private practice for 10 years on NY’s Upper West Side. Prior to that, she worked for 7 years at The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York with a focus on both developmental and orthopedic diagnosis. Danielle also has experience with New York and Connecticut’s Early Intervention Program as well as school based services here in Rhode Island. Danielle holds an advanced certification in Neuro-developmental Facilitation Technique. She particularly enjoys educating fellow therapists and parents on handling techniques to help motor movement and development through positioning, handling and play.

When Danielle is not doing what she loves at work, she enjoys being outdoors,
practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with her husband, son, daughter and their sheepadoodle, Millie!

Becki Rebello, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist, Feeding Therapist

Becki Rebello is a pediatric Occupational Therapist who has always had a passion for working with children and is excited to be part of the Bizzy Bees Family. She started off her career as a COTA working mainly in the public school setting and skilled nursing facilities until receiving her Masters of Occupational Therapy from New England Institute of Technology followed by running a small pediatric private practice working with infants. Becki loves to build a therapeutic connection with each child and family in order to help guide them to reach their goals.

Outside of work, Becki loves to get outdoors, hike with her dog, work out, run, spend time with friends, beach, kayak and travel. She is married and has a young son who keeps her very busy! Becoming a mother to a child who had some challenges early on, provides empathy and understanding that drives her care with families as a pediatric OT. 

Jessica Robin MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

bio coming soon!

Paige Barry, PTA

Certified Physical Therapy Assistant

Paige received her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from the University of Rhode Island and completed the Physical Therapist Assistant program at New England Institute of Technology. Paige gained pediatric experience through performing a clinical rotation with us at Bizzy Bees and gained experience both in the home setting as well as the outpatient setting. Paige loves to incorporate play into functional gains and see kids make progress each visit! Outside of work, Paige loves to travel with her husband, find new coffee shops, and spend time with friends and family.