Our Approach
Planit EI was built to bring clarity, professionalism, and a higher standard of care to early intervention services.
We believe:
- Families deserve transparency
- Children deserve timely, high-quality support
- The process should feel clear — not overwhelming
Our model combines experienced clinical leadership with a responsive, well-structured system designed to support both the child and the family.
We’re just a phone call away to help
Maria Panayiotou
M.A., CCC-SLP
Clinical Director, Speech-Language Pathology
Maria is a licensed speech-language pathologist with extensive experience in early childhood development and early intervention services.
As Clinical Director, she leads the clinical quality and delivery of services at Planit EI, ensuring that every child and family receives thoughtful, individualized, and evidence-based care.
Her approach emphasizes both clinical excellence and real-world application — supporting meaningful progress not only during sessions, but in a child’s everyday environment.
Maria works closely with families and providers to ensure consistency, clarity, and outcomes that matter.
Alison Puntino
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
Alison is a speech-language pathologist specializing in early intervention and pediatric communication development.
She works directly with children and families to build foundational communication skills through engaging, structured, and developmentally appropriate therapy.
Alison is known for her ability to connect with children quickly and effectively, while supporting parents with clear guidance and practical strategies that extend beyond each session.
Her work reflects a balance of clinical expertise and genuine care — creating a supportive and effective experience for every family she serves.
Michael Planit
Founder
Michael Planit is the founder of Planit EI, a mission-driven venture focused on expanding access to high-quality early intervention services for children.
A longtime operator, investor, and advisor across healthcare, education, and consumer sectors, Michael brings decades of experience building and scaling organizations with a focus on clarity, execution, and outcomes.
At Planit EI, that experience is applied to creating a more responsive, transparent, and effective model for supporting children and families during critical developmental years.
A father of three, his commitment to early childhood development is both professional and deeply personal.
Advisory Support
Planit EI is supported by experienced advisors across healthcare, operations, and organizational development who contribute to the strength and scalability of the platform behind the scenes.
