About Us
Mission Statement
Cactus Communication is committed to providing the highest quality of individualized preventative and rehabilitative services across our scope of speech-language pathology practice for populations of all ages and diagnoses in order to enhance their verbal and/or non-verbal communication skills. We accomplish this by identifying concerns through comprehensive assessments and the development of personalized therapy plans targeting the specific needs of each individual receiving our services.
Why “Cactus Communication”?
In choosing a company name, it was important to us that we found something that reflected our values and vision. Cacti symbolize endurance as it is a plant that can stand up to the test of time and the elements. At Cactus Communication, we believe that our clients, with our clinicians’ help, have the potential to progress and overcome hardship with consistent work and dedication.
As well, our logo includes a cactus flower, which is a symbol of warmth, protection and love because it can flourish in harsh conditions. Creating a culture of safety for every client is a priority at Cactus Communication, and we do this by keeping a positive working environment is a workplace that promotes growth and goal attainment.
Finally, like everything, communication is a two way street. In order to have our clients reach their full potential, Cactus Communication encourages transparency and openness. This means finding constructive ways to deliver clear expectations and objectives, and building trust between our clients and their clinicians.
Our Team
Sophia Mengad
Business Owner/Director
Registered Speech-Language Pathologist
Sophia Mengad is an Ontario registered speech-language pathologist who is dedicated to working with children, teenagers and adults with speech and communication needs. She holds a Master of Health Sciences - Speech Language Pathology degree. As well, she has several years of experience working with individuals with various disabilities and her expertise embodies both experience and passion. She is fluent in English, French, Spanish and Arabic. Sophia believes that every person deserves an opportunity to express their everyday wants, needs, thoughts and ideas. She will work diligently to find a way, whether it be verbal or non-verbal, for her clients to feel the pleasure of being able to communicate efficiently with family, friends and others. She is a member of College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) as well as the Ontario Association for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA).