Talin Yacoubian, OTD, OTR/L, CAS
Talin Yacoubian OTD, OTR/L, CAS, founded Uplift Therapy Center in 2019 after years of hands-on pediatric OT work convinced her
Uplift’s pediatric therapists in La Cañada, CA match every child with the specialist suited to their needs, not whoever’s next available.
Your child is matched with a specific therapist, not assigned to whoever’s free. Uplift’s team includes licensed speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, led by Dr. Talin Yacoubian, OTD, OTR/L, CAS.
2019: Dr. Yacoubian founded Uplift Therapy Center, providing in-home pediatric OT.
2022: Referral demand grows enough to open our La Cañada Flintridge clinic, still our home today.
Today: Her USC doctoral training and CAS-certified autism expertise shape how the whole team approaches care.
Step 1: Intake assessment — we identify your child’s specific developmental needs.
Step 2: Therapist match — we pair your family with the specialist whose discipline, certifications, and experience align most closely.
Pro-Tip from Dr. Talin: “In my experience, a strong therapist-child match matters as much as the treatment plan itself. If a session doesn’t feel like the right fit after the first few visits, tell us, we’ll adjust.”
Several team members also hold additional pediatric-specialty certifications — noted individually below.
Expert Note: Not all pediatric therapy credentials are equivalent. An OTD (Doctor of Occupational Therapy) and an OTR/L (Occupational Therapist, Registered/Licensed) both indicate active licensure, but the OTD reflects doctoral-level training. It’s worth asking any provider which credential they hold and what it means for your child’s care.
Not sure which specialist is the right fit for your child? Schedule a Free Consultation and we’ll help you find out.
Talin Yacoubian OTD, OTR/L, CAS, founded Uplift Therapy Center in 2019 after years of hands-on pediatric OT work convinced her
Madison L. Gwizdalski, MS-CCC, SLP is a Pasadena native who has extensive experience working with children in a variety of
Melissa was born in Pasadena and raised in Hong Kong and Singapore. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from
Kyla received her Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Stanbridge University. Kyla first became interested in occupational
Annie received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from West Coast University Center for Graduate Studies in Los Angeles and her
Ashley has been working as a speech-language pathologist for the past nine years. She received her undergraduate degree in English
Laurelle was born in Syracuse, New York and earned her Master’s degree in Behavioral Neuroscience from The State University of
YJ earned an Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from Concorde College. Her interest in physical therapy began through personal
Miel holds a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California, where she also completed her bachelor’s degree
Katie Burris, MS-CCC, SLP, is an LA native who specializes in working with Early Intervention children and those with speech
Mary earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from California
Kayla completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Davis, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Thea received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from West Coast University, Center for Graduate Studies in Los Angeles, and her
Genesis earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from California State University, Northridge, and her Associate of Science in Occupational
Anahit earned her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science from the University of Southern California. She received her
Inspired by the kindness and creativity of her brother’s therapist, Guadalupe witnessed firsthand the power of play-based intervention and
Meagan received her bachelors degree in Kinesiology from San Diego State University in 2019 and received her Doctorate in Physical
Kayla completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Davis, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Yes. Our clinic is at 1975 Verdugo Blvd., Suite D, La Cañada Flintridge — and we regularly treat families from Pasadena, Glendale, and the greater Los Angeles area.
In-clinic services:
Uplift Therapy Center’s pediatric therapy team includes licensed speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, led by Dr. Talin Yacoubian, OTD, OTR/L, CAS. Each family is matched with the specialist best suited to their child’s individual needs.
New families begin with an intake assessment that identifies their child’s specific developmental needs and goals. Uplift then matches each family with the therapist whose discipline, specialty certifications, and clinical experience align most closely.
Yes. Uplift Therapy Center’s clinic is located at 1975 Verdugo Blvd., Suite D in La Cañada Flintridge, and the team regularly treats families from Pasadena, Glendale, and the greater Los Angeles area, offering in-clinic occupational, physical, speech, and feeding therapy.
Tell us. A strong therapist-child match matters as much as the treatment plan itself — if a session doesn’t feel like the right fit after the first few visits, let us know and we’ll adjust the match.
Yes. Many pediatric clients work with more than one specialist — our feeding therapy program, for example, combines occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and nutrition support, depending on what a child needs.
Uplift Therapy Center works with a range of insurance plans. Visit our Insurance page or contact us directly to confirm your specific coverage before your first visit.
Every therapist on this page is licensed in California and currently seeing patients at our La Cañada Flintridge clinic not a marketing roster, but the actual team who will work with your child. Not sure where to start? Call us or schedule a free consultation online.