Our Team

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Erica is a licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologist.  She has worked in the Illinois Early Intervention Program and private practice in Illinois before moving to Florida.  Erica is licensed through the Florida Department of Health, and is also a provider for West Central Early Steps. She specializes in pediatric communication and feeding disorders and has clinical experience in a wide range of pediatric conditions and diagnoses which include but are not limited to: Developmental delays, Autism Spectrum Disorders, pediatric dysphagia and feeding disorders, Down Syndrome, prematurity, cardiac defects, cleft lip and palate, and hearing impairment.

Certification and Training:

• Certified and Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
• Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Marquette University
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago
• West Central Early Steps Provider
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certified Member
• CPR certified in pediatrics and adults
• PECs trained (Picture Exchange Communication System)
• PROMPT trained

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Jason is a licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologist.  He has worked in a variety of settings as an SLP, including private practice in Illinois and as an SLP for an elementary school's Autism Spectrum Disorder programs in St. Louis and Kansas City schools before moving to Florida.  Jason is licensed through the Florida Department of Health. He has experience working with a wide range of pediatric conditions/diagnoses, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pediatric Epilepsy, Functional Communication, Developmental Delays, ADHD, and learning disabilities. 

Certification and Training: 

• Certified and Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist 
• Master of Science in Communication Disorders and Sciences from Southern Illinois University
• Bachelor of Arts in History/ minor in Psychology from Southern Illinois University
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certified Member
• West Central Early Steps Provider
• PECs trained (Picture Exchange Communication System)
• PROMPT trained

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Jessica is a licensed and ASHA certified speech-language pathologist.  She has worked in a variety of settings as an SLP, including  private practice and schools in Florida.  She has experience providing pediatric speech-language services in clinic, home, daycare, and school settings.  Jessica is licensed through the Florida Department of Health. She has experience working with a wide range of pediatric conditions/diagnoses, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder, Aphasia, infants, and sensory feeding.  Jessica has a special interest in sensory feeding therapy.  

Certification and Training: 

• Certified and Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist 
• Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Central Florida
• Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Central Florida
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certified Member
• West Central Early Steps Provider
• PROMPT certified
• Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) certified

Pediatric Physical Therapist

 Tabitha is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy. She has experience working in a variety of pediatric settings including: orthopedics and sports, early intervention, home health, and outpatient settings. She is a passionate therapist who loves to see children succeed and specializes in a wide range of pediatric conditions including but not limited to: developmental delays, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, torticollis, medically complex and premature infants.  . 

Certification and Training: 

• Registered and Licensed Physical Therapist
• Doctor of Physical Therapy from Florida International University
• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Florida State University 
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support and CPR certified

Pediatric Physical Therapist

  Amber is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy. She has worked in multiple pediatric and adult settings including home health, NICU, and acute care. Amber is passionate about serving the pediatric population. She enjoys working with patients and their families to reach their functional goals. Amber enjoys spending time with her friends and family, paddleboarding, and walking her dog, Kevin.  

Certification and Training: 

• Registered and Licensed Physical Therapist
• Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine
• Master of Science in Applied Exercise Physiology from University of Central Florida
• Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Sciences with a specialization in Human Performance and Minor in Spanish from University of Central Florida
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support and CPR certified

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

  Melissa (Missy) is a licensed occupational therapist and a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association. She is active with the national board of occupational therapy in research and initial licensure protocols. Missy has over 20 years experience with pediatrics and has had extensive experience treating several disorders and conditions of childhood including autism, cerebral palsy, reflexive integration disorders, pervasive developmental disorder, developmentally disabled, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, errbs palsy, sensory integrative disorders and fine motor delay. Missy spent most of her career in New York and recently relocated to Florida in 2021.  

Certification and Training:  

• Certified and licensed Occupational Therapist
• Masters degree in Occupational Therapy with minor in child psychology from D’Youville College in Buffalo NY. 
• Associates degree in Nursing and Medical Management from Alfred State College
• Certification in Sensory Integration and Praxis test through Jean Ayres 
• Certified Hippo (equestrian) Therapist
• Certified DIR Floortime Model provider
• Extensive training in Reflex Integrative Therapy
  

Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant  

Nikia is a certified and licensed occupational therapy assistant and member of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Prior to earning her degree, Nikia worked in the medical field obtaining experience working with a wide range of diagnoses. Nikia pursued a career in occupational therapy having gained a personal gratitude for the field, aspiring to make a difference and increase the quality of life for others. Nikia has experience in pediatrics treating conditions and disorders including but not limited to autism, cerebral palsy, pervasive developmental disorder, developmental disabilities and delay, sensory integration disorders and motor skills delay.

Certification and Training:  

• ·  Certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant
• ·  Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant
• ·  American Heart Association Basic Life Support and CPR training

Administrative Assistant

 Grisel is our patient coordinator.  She is bilingual and fluent in English and Spanish. She was born in New Jersey and moved to Florida 9 years ago. She has several years of experience with working as a medical receptionist and is excited to work with the pediatric population. She loves to travel and animals.

Pediatric Physical Therapist 

Jaime is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and a member of the American Physical Therapy Association. Jaime has over 10 years of pediatric experience from birth to 18 years old. She is licensed in Illinois, through the Florida Department of Health and is an Early Intervention certified physical therapist with a special evaluator status in Illinois. She is a compassionate therapist who specializes in a wide range of pediatric conditions/diagnoses including but not limited to: developmental delays, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, torticollis, medically complex and premature infants. She has worked in a variety of pediatric and adult settings.

Certification and Training: 

• Certified and Licensed Physical Therapist
• Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University
• Bachelors of Science, University of Illinois, Kinesiology
• West Central Early Steps Provider
• IL Early Intervention Specialist
• IL Early Intervention Evaluator
• CPR certified in pediatrics and adults
• APTA Member (Illinois Chapter & Pediatric Member)