Meet the Team
At Grow Onwords, we believe that great therapy starts with great people — clinicians who are thoughtful, curious, and genuinely invested in the children and families they work with. Every member of our team shares the same foundation: a commitment to child-led, play-based, neurodiversity-affirming care that honours each child's unique way of communicating and engaging with the world.
We're a small, values-driven practice, and we think that shows in the work. Families can expect the same warmth, the same approach, and the same standard of care — whoever their child works with.
Diana Tran
Founder & Speech-Language Pathologist
MHSc., RSLP, S-LP(C)
Diana founded Grow Onwords to offer families the kind of care she truly believes in — thoughtful, child-led, and centred on the whole child. With over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, first as a therapy assistant and now as a Speech-Language Pathologist, she brings both clinical depth and genuine warmth to every session.
Diana believes that connection comes first. Children learn best when they feel safe, understood, and genuinely connected to the people around them. Language grows from shared joy, trust, and meaningful interactions — not pressure or expectations. Her work always starts with building that connection, and from there, communication can grow.
As an SLP, Diana believes parents are a child's most important language partners. Her role is to guide, explain, and support families — while making therapy fun, engaging, and a positive experience for both children and the people who love them. Families always know what she's working on with their child, why it matters, and how to continue building skills beyond the therapy room.
Diana is on the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) in British Columbia and is committed to neurodiversity-affirming practice. She offers services in English and Vietnamese.
When she’s not at the clinic, Diana enjoys discovering new hobbies and skills, from swimming to crocheting and everything in between.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Renée Wong
MHSc., RSLP, S-LP(C)
Renée Wong completed her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and her undergraduate degree in Speech Sciences at UBC. She joined Grow Onwords because of her shared commitment to child-led, play-based, neurodiversity-affirming care — and her genuine belief that connection and trust are the foundation of effective therapy.
Renée brings experience working with individuals across the lifespan and works closely with Diana to ensure families receive consistent, cohesive care that reflects the values and approach Grow Onwords was built on. She is listed on the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) in BC as a supervised provider.
Clinically, Renée works across all areas of speech and communication. She honours each child's unique way of engaging with the world and strives to create a space where children feel safe to explore — encouraged to learn through play, curiosity, and everyday experiences. She brings patience, warmth, and thoughtful clinical reasoning to every session.
Outside of the clinic, Renée loves travelling and spending time cooking and baking.
Renée offers services in English and Cantonese, with working knowledge of French.
Angie Lamb
Administrative Support
Angie is a contractor from Cedar Coast Collective who provides administrative and operational support to the Grow Onwords team, helping ensure that systems, scheduling, and behind-the-scenes processes run smoothly so clinicians can stay focused on client care.
Join our Team
We’re always interested in connecting with speech-language pathologists who are thoughtful, collaborative, and aligned with our values.
If you’re looking for a practice that prioritizes clinical quality, supportive systems, and a welcoming work environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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At Grow Onwords, our team is made up of dedicated speech-language pathologists and support professionals who share a common goal: providing thoughtful, evidence-based care in a warm, child-centred environment.
We value collaboration, clinical integrity, and creating a space where both children and clinicians can do their best work.
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At Grow Onwords, our work is guided by a few core values that shape how we show up—for children, families, and each other.
Play Comes First
We believe meaningful learning happens through play. Our therapy is child-led, developmentally respectful, and grounded in curiosity rather than compliance.
Neurodiversity-Affirming Care
We practice from a neurodiversity-affirming lens, honouring each child’s way of being, communicating, and engaging with the world. Difference is not something to be fixed—it’s something to be understood and supported.
Relationships Matter
Strong, trusting relationships are central to our work. We value collaboration with families and see caregivers as essential partners in the therapeutic process.
Thoughtful, Grounded Practice
We value clinicians who are reflective, curious, and intentional in their work. We prioritize thoughtful decision-making, ongoing learning, and care that is evidence-informed.
Care for the People Doing the Work
Grow Onwords is a small, values-driven practice. We believe that care, presence, and sustainability matter—for children and for clinicians. We aim to create a work environment where people feel supported, respected, and able to do their best work.
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At Grow On Words, we support:
Toddlers who aren’t talking yet or are just starting to use words
Preschoolers working on speech clarity or early language skills
School-aged children building language, literacy, and confidence
Autistic children and neurodivergent families
…and children who simply need a space where they can be themselves while they grow.
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Grow Onwords is located at This World’s Ours Centre, a thoughtfully designed space created to feel calm, welcoming, and supportive for children and families.
Our dedicated therapy room at the centre has been intentionally designed and set up to:
Reduce sensory overwhelm
Support focus and engagement
Create opportunities for child-led play-based therapy
SLPs working with us can rest assured that we are continually investing in toys, materials, and resources to create a work environment they can thrive in.
