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A passionate and experienced group of professionals dedicated to helping every client find their voice and build their independence.

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Our Leadership & Therapy Team

At The Therapy Garden, our strength is our team. We are a group of dedicated, licensed, and compassionate professionals who share a single mission: to provide inclusive, structured, and functional therapy that creates lasting independence. We take a modern, personalized approach to care, ensuring every client is matched with the right therapist to help them achieve their goals.

We are proud to serve families and individuals across Monmouth County.

Luisa Rinaudo, M.S CCC-SLP

Luisa Rinaudo, the founder and speech therapist of The Therapy Garden, was inspired by her brother to create a safe and supportive space for individuals of all abilities to flourish.

Giulio Bianchi

Giulio Bianchi is an autistic author, filmmaker, and educator who co-founded the nonprofit "We Are Ausome" to support the autistic community.

Hannah Barry, M.A CCC-SLP

Hannah Barry is a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist who combines her wide-ranging experience with a passion for making therapy fun and engaging by incorporating her clients' personal interests.

Maylin Rivera, M.S CF-SLP

Maylin Cook is an enthusiastic Speech-Language Pathologist who uses her diverse clinical experience, from the NICU to schools, to create dynamic and purposeful therapy sessions tailored to each client's interests.

Erin Bayer, M.S. Ed. CF-SLP

Erin Bayer is a Speech-Language Pathologist committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming care by prioritizing functional communication, client connection, and engagement over compliance.

Mahrysa P.

Mahrysa Portales is the office assistant at The Therapy Garden who keeps things organized and brings joy to the team with her love of music, art, and paperwork.

Noelle Vizzone

Noelle Vizzone, our Art Teacher and Program Director, uses her background in psychology and art to create inclusive classes and events where individuals can build self-esteem and find their creative voice.

Carolina Holguin, M.S CCC-SLP

Carolina Holguin is a dedicated, bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist who provides culturally competent services, driven by a deep desire to honor her family's background by helping others unlock their potential.

Alena Kumta OTR/L

Alena Kumta is an Occupational Therapist with diverse experience and advanced training in DIR Floortime who joyfully supports individuals by focusing on play, connection, and personal strengths.

Nicholas Racioppi

Event Planner Nicholas plans our engaging community events and group outings, fostering social connection and fun for our clients.

Erin Stripto

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Alena Kumta OTR/L

Alena Kumta MS, OTR/L is joyfully invested in supporting individuals & families in transforming —development, meaningful participation, confidence and connection —through play, child/individual-led interests, connection/shared joy, and seeing/embracing/supporting individual strengths & differences.

Alena has held a wide range of roles as an OT including mental health, early childhood intensive mental health, school-based, nature-based, early intervention, home health, inpatient, and outpatient/clinic based care. Alena has her masters in Occupational Therapy from Stockton University and a BFA in Fine Arts from School of Visual Arts NYC. 

Alena has advanced training in; DIR Floortime (proficient provider), emotional regulation, trauma informed care & ACEs, social emotional learning, sensory integration, feeding therapy, pediatric pelvic health, nature based therapy, and continues to learn and grow her skills. 

When she’s not enjoying her work as an OT- Alena  is spending time with her dog-Violet, being in nature, playing in the garden, foraging, making art, getting movement, helping at Ceto Coffee Roasters, and learning new things!

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