Meet Our Team
Nurturing communication, one smile and one word at a time.
Alejandra (Alex) Ortiz
Administrative & Client Support Coordinator
Alex serves as the Administrative & Client Support Coordinator at Pair It With Speech Services, supporting the clinic through day-to-day administrative operations and assisting with marketing initiatives. With a strong attention to detail and a passion for organization, Alex plays a key role in ensuring the clinic runs smoothly while supporting its continued growth and community outreach.
Outside of work, Alex enjoys playing beach volleyball and is a dancer with Puro México, a professional Mexican ballet group.
Dr. Selina Teti, Ph.D., SLP(C), Reg. CASLPO
Speech-Language Pathologist | Researcher | Lecturer
Dr. Teti is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with a Ph.D. specializing in neurological language disorders. With a passion for supporting individuals across the lifespan, Dr. Teti works extensively with both pediatric and adult populations, providing evidence-based assessment and intervention for complex communication challenges.
Their research focuses on the mechanisms and rehabilitation of language disorders resulting from neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Teti is particularly interested in bridging clinical practice and research to improve outcomes and quality of life for individuals with aphasia and related conditions.
In addition to clinical and research work, Dr. Teti is a dedicated educator, delivering lectures on language development, neurogenic communication disorders, and clinical methodologies at both the University of Toronto and Western University.
Shobana Ranjit, MHSc., SLP, Reg. CASLPO
Speech-Language Pathologist
Shobana Ranjit is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist and a graduate of the University of Toronto, with a strong interest in the intersection of communication and mental health. She takes a holistic, client-centred approach to care, recognizing that communication is deeply influenced by each client’s unique experiences, environment, and emotional well-being.
Shobana is especially passionate about early intervention and language development. She has experience supporting children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other complex communication needs. Her clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with therapy plans thoughtfully tailored to each client’s individual strengths, needs, and goals.
Having worked across diverse settings, Shobana brings a strong commitment to cultural safety and linguistic diversity. She prioritizes building respectful, collaborative relationships with clients and families, ensuring they feel supported, understood, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.
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