Amy Lays, M.ADS, RBA(Ont), BCBA
Clinical Supervisor
Amy Lays has dedicated her career to supporting children, youth and adults with autism and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. Amy holds a Master’s degree with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis with provincial and internation certifcations in behaviour analysis (BCBA, IBAO, RBA(Ont)). She stays up to date by attending numerous workshops and conferences related to developmental disabilities and autism. Over the past 20 years, Amy has worked in and provided support to parents/caregivers, individuals with developmental disabilities and autism, community agencies, day camps, and group homes. She continues to collaborate with professionals and places each person in the centre of all planning to create meaningful change in the lives of people supported.
Amina Khan, MA, BCBA
Behaviour Analyst
Amina Khan is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with Serenity Supports. She has been working with children with Autism as a behaviour therapist for over 5 years now in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Amina completed her Masters in Special Education with a focus in Applied Behavioural Analysis at Arizona State University. She has experience working with children in early intervention and 1-1 behaviour therapy. Amina is passionate about working with individuals with autism and supporting them to reach their goals and full potential! Amina supports families across Nova Scotia.
Ritsuko Ishikawa
Senior Instructor Therapist
Ritsuko Ishikawa is a Senior Instructor Therapist with over 20 years experience as an Early Childhood Educator. She has experience supporting children with autism and developmental differences in inclusive, play‑based environments. Ritsuko has worked in both Japan and Canada and she adapts her approaches to create a supportive environment for her learners. She likes to focus on hands-on learning that sparks curiosity, builds confidence and strengthens skills. Ritsuko is currently completing her Master of Applied Disability Studies with a specialization in Applied Behaviour Analysis through Brock University, and is planning to complete her professional certification in behaviour analysis. Ritsuko provides services in Ontario, specifically in the Ottawa area.
Amria Ghazi, B.Sc.
Senior Instructor Therapist
Amira Ghazi is a Senior Instructor Therapist with over five years of experience as an Educational Assistant with both the Ottawa Public and Catholic school boards. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biopharmaceutical Science, specializing in Medicinal Chemistry, from the University of Ottawa, and a Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science from Algonquin College.
Amira has experience supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, developmental delays, and other special needs. She is passionate about creating supportive and inclusive environments where children can develop communication, social, and independence skills. She enjoys working closely with children and their caregivers, providing individualized support, including respite care, to meet each family’s needs.
Amira is committed to continuing her professional development, gaining new experiences, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. She finds it rewarding to see children make progress, gain confidence, and develop greater independence. Amira provides services in the Ottawa area.