Kidz Korner-The Pediatric Therapy Spot was founded by Michelle in 2006. Michelle graduated from the University of South Alabama in 2002 with a Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy and later completed her Master’s degree at the University of Florida in 2006. She is licensed in the state of Florida and is certified by the National Board of Occupational Therapy. Michelle has worked extensively in pediatrics for over 20 years in both Florida and Georgia in many different areas including home health, hippotherapy, aquatic therapy, clinic-based, and school-based practice.
As an occupational therapist, Michelle’s areas of interest include children with Sensory Processing Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, fine/gross motor delays, as well as visual motor and perceptual delays. She has attended numerous professional courses to facilitate her knowledge. Continuing education classes she has attended include ones in the areas of sensory processing, DIR/Floortime Model, Therapeutic Listening, Integrated Listening System, R.I.S.E., Retained Primitive Reflex Integration, Eyesight to Insight, Beyond Eyesight to Insight, Autism Spectrum Disorders, visual/vestibular rehabilitation, Praxis Intervention, Sensory Integration Techniques, Visual Processing and the Brain, Visual Processing Assessment, and Handwriting Without Tears. She is certified to administer the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test.
Michelle grew up in the area and is familiar with the community in Northwest Florida. She is married to Matt and has four beautiful children, Will, Luke, Matthew, and Mallory. She welcomes the challenge of meeting the needs that each individual family has while creating an environment that is fun and successful for everyone.