Dana Hutchings, MS OTR/L, C/NDT Program Director                                                                                             

Dana is an Occupational Therapist as well as owner of Sunrise Therapy Services.   She has strived to build Sunrise on a reputation of honesty and excellent quality of services.  Dana received her Master of Science in Arizona at the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.  She has over twelve years working with children birth to 18 years of age.  Dana is certified in the Neurodevelopmental Treatment Approach for Pediatrics and has the one week certification in “NDT Approach to Baby Treatment” course with Louis Bly.  She is also certified provider in Myofascial Release, DIR floortime, Bal-A-Vis-X, Vision Intervention, Behavior Vision Concepts, ILS, Interactive Metronome, Vital Links, Theraputic Listening, and in the administration of the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test.  Dana passion and specialty is in the area of sensory processing disorder and has taken advanced mentorships with Lucy Miller at the Star Center. Dana has also completed the Arizona Early Intervention Program Standards of Practice Certification.   Dana Strives to enpower her staff and parents to create a successful Early Intervention Program.

Robin H. AzEIP Program Manager

Robin is an Arizona native, originally from Tucson. She joined Sunrise Therapy in 2019 and loves being part of this amazing team!  Robin has been working with children and families for over 20 years.  She is passionate about meeting families where they are at and supporting them in their child’s growth and development.  In her free time, Robin loves spending time with her husband and 2 daughters, reading, cooking, and hanging with her dogs and chickens. 

Janet P. Administrative Assistant                                                                                                                                 

Janet joined the Sunrise Team 3.5 years ago with an Associates Degree in Accounting and 18 years of data administrative experience. Janet is now using her expertise in helping to guide and support the team in the office. In her free time, Janet enjoys reading, watching movies & sports and spending time with her friends and family

Betsy G., M.A., SLP  Speech-Language Pathologist                                                                                                 

Betsy is a speech-language pathologist who received her Master of Arts degree at Bowling Green State University and her Bachelor of Arts degree from The Ohio State University. Betsy has spent the last forty years serving families of young children with speech and language delays. Betsy is certified in the 8-week NDT training course and has extensive training and experience in pediatric feeding concerns.  Betsy is particularly interested in facilitating enjoyable mealtimes for anxious or worried eaters and their families, helping to empower them through sensitive coaching and mutual collaboration.

Tracey Z., M.A., CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist                                                                                         

Tracey received her Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University and her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Wisconsin.  She has been working in Early Intervention for the past 12 years with the last 3 years being in Arizona.  Tracey enjoys partnering with families to determine their child’s unique strengths and using them to improve their child’s ability to communicate with others.  She loves being with her family, spending time on Lake Michigan in the summer and two year old hugs.

Shannon S. M.A., CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist

Shannon is a speech language pathologist. She received her Master`s in Speech-Language Pathology from New Mexico State University. Her experience includes working with school age and preschool children in a variety of settings including school, clinic and home based therapy. Shannon has provided home based speech and language therapy through the Arizona early intervention program for over 15 years.

Melissa F. OTR/L, SCEFS

Melissa is a licensed Occupational Therapist for the past 16 years working with children birth to 10 years of age, with the majority of that time with the birth to 3 population. Melissa has spent the last 5 years specializing in children with eating, feeding and swallowing disorders. She has also earned the advanced specialty certification in this area. Melissa has a great deal of experience also working with children that have physical, sensory processing and cognitive delays.

Audra P. MSPT, NDT Licensed Physical Therapist                                                                                                           

AJ is certified, has been a physical therapist for 21 years, 17 of which was at Phoenix Children’s Hospital where she treated a wide variety of children with complex medical issues. She has extensive experience working with premature infants and multiples. AJ has also had extensive experience teaching at many levels including in Physical Therapy programs, physician resident education, families and colleagues.

Cristina F. PT, DPT, C/NDT Licensed Physical Therapist                                                                                           

Cristina is a licensed physical therapist who received her Doctorate from Northern Arizona University.  She has over ten years of experience working with children birth to 18 years in both clinic-based and home-based settings.  Cristina is a certified provider of Neurodevelopmental Treatment for infants and children and has completed additional specialized training in the treatment of infants with torticollis.

Julie W., M.S., PT Licensed Physical Therapist                                                                                                               

Julie is a licensed physical therapist who received her B.S. in Exercise Science from Arizona State University and her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. She has over 12 years experience working with children ages birth to 18 years in school, clinic and home-based settings. Julie has completed specialized training for Neurodevelopmental Treatment of infants from Lois Bly. She has completed educational coursework in the areas of neurological, orthopedic, and motor development disorders, sensory processing disorders and continues to maintain her Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification. Julie enjoys using her knowledge and experience as both a therapist and a parent to guide the families she works with to always have hope and strive for highest potential outcomes by making daily, functional activities a part of the therapy process.

Fran S. ,PT/ATP Licensed Physical Therapist                                                                                                                 

Fran has worked with children of all ages with a variety of needs for over 20 years.  In addition to being a physical therapist, Fran is certified as an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP), with a passion for bringing assistive technology to families, in order to support their child’s independence with movement, communication, and learning.  She believes in “how can we” not “we can’t”.

Kathleen M., Service Coordinator                                                                                                                               

Katie is a board-certified music therapist who received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Arizona State University.  Katie has experience working in both home and clinic-based programs. Katie also has experience as a registered teacher with Music Together of Phoenix which is a music program designed to develop not only basic musical competencies for infants and toddlers, but also to aid in the overall development of the child. Katie finds great joy in providing families and caregivers with fun ideas for activities to help enhance a child’s learning and development as well as provide support and offer helpful resources.

Morgan B. Service Coordinator                                                                                                                                   

Morgan has been working with young children for 10 years. She earned her Bachelors degree in Child Development and Family Studies. She is passionate about helping families and loves introducing them to new resources and programs in their community. In her spare time she enjoys crafting, playing board games and spending time with her family.

Amy W. Service Coordinator                                                                                                                                               

Amy’s passion is working with children birth to three and their families! She has been working within the AzEIP for the last 14 years.  Her other passion is her family.  Amy and her husband have three children and two dogs.  They also run a Club Volleyball Program in the West Valley.

Regina M. B.A. Social Work, DSI Developmental Special Instruction                                                                       

Regina has 12 years of experience working as a Developmental Specialist and counting! She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from the Philippines. She went on to earn a Child Development Associate during the many years working in a Military Child Development Center. Regina loves working with young children and their families.

Blanca R., DSI Bilingual Developmental Special Instruction                                                                                               

Blanca has been working as a home visit or for 23 years. With her social work background and special education, she feels she can connect with families and be able to better serve and help with their strengths.

Naomi E, Bilingual Speech and Language Pathologist

Naomi is a pediatric speech and feeding speech language pathologist. Naomi has over 10+ years of experience and works with individuals from birth to 21. Naomi enjoys helping families and kids achieve their goals. 

Kerri M- DSI Developmental Special Instruction

Kerri has had the privilege of being a Developmental Specialist within the AZ Early Intervention Program since July of 2015, learning from the best therapists in the business and working with a wide range of team members and families to complete one mission: help each and every child achieve the seemingly impossible! Daring to dream that ANY child can achieve ANY goal and believing that ANY parent/family member/caregiver can be the best teacher and advocate is the fuel that drives this mission. Kerri believes that it truly does “take a village” and that village can include the unlikeliest of characters, in the worst circumstances, and still emerge victorious!

Ninfa C. ., DSI Developmental Special Instruction                                                                                                 

Ninfa has worked with children and families since 1993. She has worked in Early Intervention as a Developmental Specialist since 2000. She knew this was her calling as she fully immersed herself in her sister’s therapy when she was born with Down’s Syndrome. She believes that all children should reach their highest potential in a developmentally appropriate environment.

Colleen C. M.A., SLP Speech-Language Pathologist                                                                                               

Colleen has been working as a pediatric speech therapist for over 20 years in clinic, school and home-based settings. Her area of interest is sensory-based feeding difficulties. She loves early intervention, and the progress that can be seen in feeding and communication skills when families realize the power they have to help their children. Outside of work, Colleen loves cooking, scary movies, traveling, and having adventures with her 3 kids. Colleen believes that all children are amazing and deserve respect, compassion and someone to believe in them!

Gayle W. M.A.,PT Licensed Physical Therapist                                                                                                             

Gayle has been a pediatric PT for over 25 years, most of it working with children from birth to the age of 3. She has extra training in Assistive Technology, Seating, and with equipment (walkers, gait trainers, chairs, wheelchairs, and special beds. My favorite thing in early intervention is seeing a child’s special smile when they know they did something new. I enjoy working with families in the home because it is the most effective way to serve young children.

Memory S. M.A., Social Worker                                                                                                                             

Memory is a licensed Master’s level social worker with over 20 years of experience, much of it in the area of foster care and adoption with training in trauma informed care, bonding and attachment and adverse childhood experiences. She is trained in EMDR; a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from symptoms of past emotional distress and trauma. She has a passion for supporting and advocating for children and families to be successful in reaching their desired goals.

Nancy R. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Nancy has 30 years experience as an Occupational Therapist working with children and adults with all types of special needs.  She enjoys working in a variety of skill areas including physical motor development, sensory processing, feeding issues, communication and assistive technology.  Nancy loves being a part of a child’s life by helping families discover that THEY have the ability to help their children learn and grow.  Nancy believes it’s about loving, laughing, and playing with children to help them develop to their happiest and highest potential.

Jenny R., M.S., CCC-SLP licensed Speech and Language Pathologist

Jenny has over sixteen years experience working with children with developmental delays and disabilities. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Science from Arizona State University and received her Master’s degree in Clinical Speech Pathology from Northern Arizona University. Jenny has extensive experience working with young children in the home, community setting and in the schools. She has participated in trainings based on a family-centered and team based approach in providing early intervention services as well as participated in Master’s training and AzEIP standards of practice.

Jennifer C. PT, DPT Licensed Physical Therapist 

Jennifer obtained her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Northern Arizona University in 2002. Jennifer has worked in pediatrics for the past 18 years. Jennifer’s experience includes; the NICU and the Neuro-Developmental Follow-Up program formerly at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, as well as outpatient clinic and schools. Jennifer has loved working directly with families and their children as an Early Intervention provider for the past 8 years. Jennifer has been extensively trained in Perception-Action theory for handling, Infant Massage and Myofascial Release. Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family which includes, her husband, 2 children and 4 dogs.

Jennifer C., OTD, OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Jennifer has over ten years experience working in pediatrics. She received her Doctorate degree from the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio. Jennifer’s experience includes working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and medical/surgical floors at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Jennifer has received basic and advanced training in the General Movement Assessment (tool for identifying infants at risk for neuromotor deficits). She enjoys working with infants and their families to support feeding and development. Jennifer is excited to continue to utilize her experience with infants and families in a home setting after her recent move to Phoenix, Arizona. Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband and three young children.

Mimi P., OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist 

Mimi has over 40 years of pediatric experience after receiving her degree from the University of Central Arkansas. She has advanced training and skills in the area of vision and feeding and has completed the 8 week NDT certification course. While during her career Mimi has worked in a variety of clinical and school based settings, her real passion is working directly with children families in their homes.

Laura M., M.F.A Developmental Special Instruction/Service Coordination         

Laura has been working with children of various ages and in many settings for over 30 years. She has been with AZEIP since 2017 and finds great joy helping families guide their children towards reaching developmental milestones. Laura has a genuine caring nature that will surely make you, your family, and your children feel uplifted and supported.

Julia A.,  M.A., CCC-SLP  Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist                                                                               

Julia Ascoly has been working as a speech therapist since 1999.  She earned a Masters degree in Communication Disorders from the State University of New York at New Paltz in 2003. Julia has worked in a variety of therapy settings including: public schools, special education preschools and in a magnet school specializing in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA therapy).  Julia has worked in Early Intervention since 2010 and has received Master Teams training.  When not visiting families, she can be found riding her mountain bike or skiing the San Francisco peaks.

Artemis S.. PT Licensed Physical Therapist                                                                                                             

Artemis, Physical Therapist, has been working with young children with motor delays and disabilities for 21 years.  Artemis has specialized over the past 10 years working with infants and toddlers.  She has a passion for assisting families to understand how to help their baby or young child thrive through play, positioning and movement.  Having a front row seat for the successes and milestone achievements in a child’s life is a privilege Artemis treasures.

Jennifer G.,  M.A., CCC-SLP  Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist                                                                   

Jennifer has been a speech-language pathologist since 1999 and has worked in many settings, but she feels early intervention is where she truly belongs.  She loves getting to know young children and their families in their own homes, and she works hard to make sure kids have lots of fun while learning to be confident, effective communicators.  She believes there is no greater reward than helping a little one say “mama, dada,” or “I love you” for the very first time.

Nancy D., B.S Service Coordinator                                                                                                                             

Nancy has lived and worked in the Prescott community for many years.  She has raised three boys and now loves spending time with her grandchildren.  She loves supporting families, providing resources and ensuring all services are provided with the family’s needs coming first.

Stephanie B., MA Developmental Special Instruction

Stephanie has a Master’s degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Development.  She also holds an Arizona Elementary Education K-8 teaching certification. Stephanie has particular interest in supporting families through understanding their child’s needs and diagnoses as well as locating community resources such as medical equipment loans, counseling, research, and social engagement opportunities.

Renee A. MA  Bilingual Developmental Special Instruction

Renee is fluent in English and Spanish. She has been supporting families with Sunrise Therapy for four wonderful years now. She traveled to many countries and states, have taught and coached a variety of ages and levels, yet happiest here with what she is doing now. She truly enjoys working with families and assisting them through all areas of their children’s development.

Melissa S. B.A., Bilingual DSI Developmental Special Instruction                                                                   

Melissa has been serving children and families in the 0-5 population in classroom and home settings for over 20 years. Her main focus is working with families and children with special needs in the Arizona Early Intervention Program. She currently working on a Masters in Early Childhood Special Education with NAU.

Shannon T. CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist

Shannon has been working in early intervention in Arizona as a speech-language pathologist since 2014. She truly embraces the team coaching model, and nothing is more rewarding to her than empowering and educating families with the strategies to help their children communicate their first words or explore new foods. There is no better job than building language skills through play with children.

Erika M. Bilingual Service Coordinator

Erika Medina is a Bilingual Service Coordinator. Erika has worked with children 0-13 years old for the past eleven years.  Erika was the director of a before and after school program for the Phoenix Elementary School district #1 from 2008-2012. Working with children at this Title 1 district led her to pursue and complete her Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood development. Erika left teaching to work on a one to one basis in the home with children and families with the Southwest Human Development Healthy Families program servicing expectant mothers and children 0-5 years old. Wanting to broaden her knowledge in the field, Erika started her graduate program at Arizona State University in 2015 and graduated with her Masters of Arts in Family and Human Development in 2016. Erika started working in Early intervention May of 2016 and continues to share her knowledge with Region 7 Teams 1 and 2. In her free time, Erika enjoys spending time with her dog Teddy, visiting Disneyland,  and cooking recipes she finds on Pinterest.

Noelle F. Service Coordinator/Developmental Special Instructor

Noelle started in early intervention as a service coordinator in 2014, but since having her daughter in 2019, she has switched to being dual role as a service coordinator and developmental specialist. Her Master of Science in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University helped prepare her for motherhood and her new role on the team. She enjoys providing strategies to families and using her real life experiences to help support families in meeting their IFSP outcomes.

Dorcas C. PT, DPT Licensed Physical Therapist

Dorcas received her degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas-Medical Branch Galveston, Texas. She has worked exclusively with children and their families for the past 43 years. She has received her NDT Pediatric Certification, Kinesiology Taping for Pediatric KT1 and KT2, and Infant Massage Certifications. Dorcas has extensive experience and skills in working with medically fragile children. She enjoys supporting families to help their children achieve new skills and celebrate those accomplishments together.

Michelle S. Service Coordinator

I have been working with Arizona Early Intervention for almost 10 years and have been with Sunrise Therapy for over 2 years. Before Azeip I worked as a developmental Preschool Teacher. I enjoy working with Early Intervention very much. When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my husband and children

Teri C. Developmental Specialist

Teri has loved working with infants and toddlers for almost 13 years. She enjoys teaching families different ways to play with their child as they interact together and celebrates with them when their child develops a new skill. Prior to early intervention, she taught middle school for 9 years, but decided to stay at home to raise her 5 children. Her youngest daughter was born with down syndrome. Teri is thankful for AzEIP and the therapists that coached her on how to help her daughter reach developmental milestones.  Her experience of raising her own child that has delays helps her offer additional emotional support and resources to share with families that she works with.

Jen T. Developmental Specialist

I’m originally from Nashville, TN and moved to the beautiful AZ almost 10 years ago.  My family and I love to travel and see all of the amazing places out here!  I spent twenty years as a teacher, and even took a few years off to become a photographer and stay home with my daughter.  I taught special ed for seven years, was a reading specialist for six and then taught kindergarten for seven.  I have a special place in my heart for the little ones, and I love developing relationships with their families and supporting them on their parenting journey!  When I’m not with my tiny friends, I spend my time hiking, reading and kayaking with my family and my pups.   

Krista H. Service Coordinator 

Krista has been working with children and families as a former Kindergarten teacher for 23 years and early intervention service coordinator for the past 3 years. She loves to help families appreciate a love of learning and discovery with their little ones while at home with them.  She spends her spare time with her husband, two kids and her cat, Tinsel. Krista is a voracious reader of books, home chef a la online recipes and is always decorating her home for the different seasons. 

Jennifer K. CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist

Jenny received her master’s degree from Ohio State University in 2018. She gained experience with all ages and populations throughout graduate school but decided her passion was in working with young children. She immediately moved from Ohio to Arizona to begin her career in early intervention as a Speech-Language Pathologist (and to escape freezing Ohio winters). While she loves working with toddlers, her favorite part about her job is building relationships with her client’s parents and caregivers. She loves coaching and empowering parents so they can feel confident and comfortable in using early speech and language strategies at home with their own child. When she is not working, Jenny enjoys spending her time traveling, hiking, playing tennis and Face Timing family back home in Ohio.

Meredith L. Service Coordinator

Meredith has been working with AzEIP for the past five years as a service coordinator. Prior to that she was working with young children as a kindergarten teacher for thirteen years.  She has a passion for working with families with young children and helping them to understand their child’s needs and finding the resources to support them.  She has her Masters of Science in Early Childhood Education from Northern Arizona University.    When Meredith is not working with families she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and creating memories with them. 

Iman J. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Hello there! Just call me your team’s faithful OT. I’ve been a pediatric Occupational Therapist for over 12 years and have worked with children for over 20. I’m passionate about teaching children and coaching families on practical ways to further development. Sensory Processing is my Jam!  I’m enthusiastic about helping others understand how our sensory system underlies all aspects of development.

Trina W. Developmental Specialist

Trina has been working with young children and families for over 10 years. She is passionate about early childhood development and providing families with tools and resources so that all children can have a firm foundation to build on through their lives. In her free time, Trina enjoys baking, wood working, hiking, and spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Rebekah S. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Rebekah’s experience includes over 20 years of NICU therapy with a passion for feeding and early development.  She also served on a multidisciplinary assessment team for ASD for 13 years and have treated the general pediatric population on an inpatient and outpatient basis.

Jennifer M. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

I have been practicing OT for 21 years, with 19 years of experience in pediatrics. I have worked in a variety of pediatric settings including early intervention, clinics, and schools. The first 16 years of my career, I practiced in the state of Missouri, where I provided services in rural areas of central Missouri.

Kylie H. Service Coordinator

Kylie has been working with AzEIP for a little over two years. She got her bachelors degree in early childhood special education from BYU-Idaho. Kylie loves working with infants and toddlers in early intervention. 

Stephanie J. MCD CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist

Stephanie is a Speech Language Pathologist who received her Master’s Degree in 2016 from the University of South Carolina. Prior to receiving her Master’s Degree Stephanie has worked within the pediatric population for over 20 years as a Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapist, Developmental Specialist with Arizona Early Intervention and Speech Language Pathologist Assistance in a variety of settings. Stephanie specializes in pediatric feeding working with medical complex children at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and at Banner Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NIUC). She has received certification within Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImP), Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach and Beckman Oral Motor Certification. Stephanie enjoys helping family determine the root cause of feeding and language difficulties to help children gain the skills they need to enjoy a meal and communicate with their families. 

Jenine C. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Jenine is a pediatric occupational therapist with experience in home, school, clinic, and community settings. She has developed expertise in sensory processing, feeding, and autism interventions. Jenine finds occupational therapy practice fulfilling because  quality of life is improved through the power of daily activities and the innate learning capacity we all possess. When Jenine is not working you can find her in her garden, enjoying nature.

Kennia T. Bilingual Developmental Special Instructor

My name is Kennia, but many call me Kiki! I received my Masters in Family and Child Development from Arizona State University in 2017. I started my AZEIP journey as a Service Coordinator in 2018 and became a DSI 2 years ago! I enjoy providing parents with the confidence to engage and learn with their children. I recently became a mom to beautiful baby girl, Nevina, in July 2021. My husband Eddie and I love taking road trips, hanging out with our 2 dogs, Zoey and Ace and spending time with our family!

Claudia S. Bilingual  Service Coordinator

My name Claudia Sandoval. I am a bilingual Service Coordinator for Sunrise Therapy.  I hold a B.A in child development. I have over 15 yrs. of experience working with family/ children services.  During my free time, I enjoy creating memories with my family.

 

Jen L. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Jen is a pediatric occupational therapist who graduated in 2012 with a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY. Jen has experience in the home, clinic, and hospital settings. She enjoys helping families discover ways to use the child’s natural desire for play to work on early childhood milestones. Jen loves to see each child’s unique personality shine through and to watch them grow and thrive within their home and community environments. When not working, Jen enjoys traveling and creating new experiences with her husband and 2 young children.

Socorro L. Bilingual Developmental Special Instructor

Kristin M. Developmental Special Instructor

Kristin received her Bachelors in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies/Child Development from Arizona State University in 1999, and her Masters in Child Development from the University of La Verne in 2001.  She began her career working at a Child Life Specialist, but later chose to return home to raise her two children, homeschooling them until their high school years.   In 2022, Kristin joined Sunrise Therapy Services as a DSI; thrilled to be once again working with children and families.  In her spare time, Kristin loves to garden, camp, hike with her awesome dog Riley, and spend time with her family. 

Priyanka V. PT, DPT Licensed Physical Therapist

Priyanka is a licensed physical therapist who received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Michigan in 2018. She recently completed a pediatric physical therapy residency at Michigan Medicine specializing in physical therapy treatment of children from 0-21 in various settings including the neonatal intensive care unit, acute care setting, inpatient rehabilitation, home health care setting, outpatient setting, intensive three-hour therapy sessions, and school-based settings. She will be taking her pediatric certificate specialty exam in March 2023 to be a certified pediatric clinical specialist in her field to better serve the pediatric population. Priyanka’s biggest goals are to help kids be kids by helping them reach their fullest potential through movement and function in their everyday lives.

Zaeneb Traylor Service Coordinator

My name is Zaeneb Traylor and I am a service coordinator in the Gilbert area. I have two daughters, two dogs, eight chickens, one lizard and a husband. We really enjoy being outdoors and camp in the summer as often as possible. I love my job because of all the great parents I get to meet and work with, and I Love my coworkers. Working at home in my sweat pants is also a big plus!

Mara F. Developmental Special Instructor

I received my bachelors degree in early childhood, special education from the University of Kansas. I have worked in early intervention for 25 years, and has been a developmental specialist in AzEIP for 20 years. I love working with children and their families and helping them to maximize their full potential. I believe as a developmental specialist I have the privilege to look holistically at every child. I love to help families develop goals and empower them to feel confident when working with their child. 

Malerie W., Service Coordinator

Hi, my name is Malerie Wise. I graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with an undergrad degree in Early Childhood Inclusive Education. I love working with kids, their families, and helping others.  In my free time I enjoy reading, being outdoors, and talking with my family.

Allison M., PT, DPT Licensed Physical Therapist

Allison is a Physical Therapist who received her Bachelor’s Degree from Arizona State University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree from A.T. Still University. She has a passion for working with infants and toddlers and thrives working in home based early intervention. Allison enjoys implementing creative and individualized therapy activities in the home setting and believes that this is the best path for achieving motor skills in the younger population! In her free time, Allison loves spending time with her husband and three children.

Stacey T. MS CCC-SLP, Speech Language PathologistSpeech Therapist

Stacey earned her Master of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Arizona State University. She has been an early interventionist since 2017, with emphasis on neurodiversity affirming therapy practices and infant and toddler feeding difficulties. Stacey believes each child should be celebrated for their individuality. She enjoys empowering parents and caregivers to help their child reach their developmental milestones. 

Samantha B. Developmental Specialist

Samantha holds her master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from NAU. She has taught Kindergarten and Preschool in a school district. The one thing she loves most about teaching is seeing children reach milestones. Samantha and her husband have seven children and are new grandparents!  In her free time, Samantha enjoys working out, reading, vacationing with her family and drinking coffee.

 Nicole C. PT, DPT Licensed Physical Therapist

Nicole is a Physical Therapist and has been working in pediatrics since 2015. Nicole believes building a strong foundation helps children achieve their goals and she has a special passion for working with NICU graduates. In her free time, Nicole enjoys hiking with her husband and kids, listening to audiobooks, propagating plants, sewing, traveling, visiting the Renaissance Festival, and playing Dungeons and Dragons.

Lauren L. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Lauren received her Bachelors of Science from Virginia Tech and her Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences. She strives to meet families where they are with fun, family-focused activities to support childhood development. She loves traveling, finding a good place to eat, and spending time outside with her husband and two kids. 

Kristen S. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

Kristen has been working in pediatrics for five years. She is passionate about empowering families and giving them skills to help their child grow. In her free time she enjoys baking, reading, and spending time with her husband and daughter. 

Paula A. Service Coordinator

Paula has been supporting families with the Early Intervention Program for over 6 years. She is passionate about developing strong relationships with families and assisting them with resources to help their children reach their developmental milestones.  In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.\

Emily B. Service Coordinator

Emily has been working with children for many years. She is a former kindergarten teacher who left teaching because of her love for early intervention. Emily holds a Bachelor’s in Child Development and a Master’s degree in Special Education with a focus of Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University. She has a true passion for working with young children and their families. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. 

Angela M. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist

I grew up in the Midwest and moved to sunny Arizona to attend grad school. I graduated from AT Still University with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and have been working in pediatrics for over 9 years. My passion is helping children and their families live life to the fullest. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and two kids, yoga, crafting, hiking, and traveling. 

Carrie F. OTR/L Licensed Occupational Therapist