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Physical Therapists | Speech Therapists | Occupational Therapists PHYSICAL THERAPISTS David Ellis, PT, is
the President and owner of Ellis Rehab Services and "To provide such a needed service and to have such wonderful staff makes it a real joy to give back to the community in a way that truly impacts so many lives in a positive way." _______________________
Amanda Storer, PTA, received her Bachelor of Science in Applied Science for Physical Therapy from Centenary College of Louisiana. She graduated from Kilgore College with an Associate of Applied Science Degree/Certification and was licensed by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Her clinical work includes outpatient and inpatient pediatric, outpatient adult, and acute adult rehabilitation. She has received continuing education in Mobility Research LiteGait training. “Working in a variety of facilities has provided me with a good therapeutic background and experience with a variety of disorders and diagnoses. I absolutely love working with children and partnering with them and their families to achieve progression towards a desired outcome presenting activities in a challenging yet fun and rewarding environment!” _______________________ pic coming soon!! Carolyn Troyer, PTA, received her Bachelors in Exercise Sport Science from Southwest Texas (now Texas State). She received her Associates in Physical Therapy from Austin Community College with her longest clinical rotation at Austin State School. She has worked with school age athletes in rehab, and recently attended a CEU course using yoga in therapeutic settings for children and adults. She looks forward to additional training for the pediatric population. "My desire is to assist children in reaching their full potential and assist families by encouraging and educating them in the process." _______________________ SPEECH
THERAPISTS _______________________
Emily Boring, MS
CCC/SLP, received her master of Science in Speech-language pathology
from Stephen F. Austin State University. She has experience in
a variety of settings including acute inpatient rehab, outpatient
rehab, and long-term care. She is excited to be working with
children and their families. Emily feels that giving the best
care means including all necessary disciplines, as well as family
members in the process from evaluation to discharge. _______________________
Drew Boring,
MS CCC/SLP,
received a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science at
Stephen F. Austin State University. His pediatric experience includes dysphagia treatment, language disorders, articulation disorders, autism,
oral aversion, stuttering, and augmentative communication devices.
Certifications include Vital Stim therapy, DPNS, and dynavox training.
I like to meet children where they are, and I like to be as aggressive as a
child's development will allow. Caregiver involvement is essential for
carryover, and together we can help kids reach their highest potential. _________________________
Sharon Evans, MS CCC/SLP
Coming Soon! _________________________
Ruth Fadely,
MA CCC/SLP
Ruth Fadley, MA CCC/SLP,
is a graduate of Wichita State University. She has 19 years of
experience providing pediatric speech therapy. She is experienced in
children who have diagnosis such as Cerebral Palsy, Cleft Palate, Apraxia, Down Syndrome, in addition to speech sounds (articulation),
language concerns, and others. “Miss Ruth enjoys
working with parents to provide effective treatment in a kid friendly
environment.” _______________________
Emily Jones, MA CCC/SLP, graduated from
LSU-Baton Rouge in May 2006 with a Master of Arts in Communication
Disorders. Prior to graduation, Emily completed clinical rotations with
Early Steps, the early intervention program in Louisiana, in a Newborn
nursery at a local hospital and the ENT department working with head and
neck cancer patients. Other experiences include work with patients
following CVA's and other brain injuries as well as school aged children
with reading and language difficulties. “I feel that it is important to work with
the patient, their family, and other professionals to provide services
that encourage growth and development in the areas of weakness.” _______________________
Leigh Ann Cook, MS CCC/SLP, graduated from
Abilene Christian University in 2008 with a Masters in Communication
Sciences and Disorders. Her clinical rotations included a variety
of pediatric rehabilitation settings, as well as rotations in the public
schools. Leigh Ann was involved in Longhorn literacy nights and
Camp Literacy, which are programs targeting school-aged children's
language and literacy development. She was also highly involved in
King David's Kids, an autism support group in Abilene, Texas.
Leigh Ann provided language treatment to children with autism as well as
others with Down Syndrome, FAS, and Selective Mutism. _______________________
pic coming soon!
Briana Litton, M.S. CFY/SLP, received her Masters Degree in Communication
Sciences and Disorders from Abilene Christian University in May 2009. Her
clinical rotations included public schools, outpatient rehab, acute rehab, and
long term care. She enjoys serving the pediatric population and looks
forward to additional training.
"My desire is to equip children with the skills they need to function in their
daily environment, and to provide their families with the necessary
encouragement and education to continue therapy at home." _______________________
pic coming soon!
Rachel Kinnison, CCC/SLP, graduated from Stephen F. Austin State
University with a Master degree in Speech Language Pathology. Along with
experience in the public schools, Rachel's clinical rotations included a
hospital setting (inpatient and outpatient) and a long term nursing facility.
She has also worked closely with both Head Start and Child Find programs.
Rachel has received training in several therapeutic programs including Beckman
Oral Motor and PECS.
"I strive to incorporate functional skills learned in a structured setting into
a child's daily routine. This requires recognizing each child's strengths
and weaknesses, close communciation with parents/caregivers, and giving both
child and adult encouragement and confidence in their success!" _______________________
pic coming soon!
Megan Bateman, CCC/SLP, obtained her Bachelor and Master degrees from
Baylor University. She recently returned to East Texas following almost
six years of work in traumatic brain injury in Dallas. A native East
Texan, Megan is excited to return to East Texas and to pediatrics. Megan
is certified in DPNS, Vital Stim, and Beckman Oral Motor assessment and
intervention.
"I love working with caregivers and children and incorporating literacy, sign,
and structured play into the home environment. As the parent of a young
child, helping children overcome obstacles and reach their highest potential is
my passion." _______________________ OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS _______________________
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Laura Kraft, OTR, received her Bachelor of Science in
Occupational Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch and
completed an Advanced Pediatric Practice Certificate from Texas Woman's
University. Laura's primary experience is working with children in
the outpatient pediatric setting. She has training in Handwriting
Without Tears® and Beckman Oral Motor intervention and assessment.
Other areas of experience include: neuro-developmental treatment and
working with children with sensory processing disorders. Laura is
excited to have the opportunity to help children and their families
achieve their goals. She believes that each step of the way, no
matter how big or small, is an important part of the journey. _______________________ Cindy Lee, OTR, received her BS in OT from UTMB in Galveston
and has about 28 years experience in pediatrics, mostly in outpatient settings.
Other settings include the NICU and public schools. She is trained in a
variety of sensory protocols, including Wilbarger protocols for sensory
defensiveness and Therapeutic Listening. She worked at Ellis Rehab
previously in 2003-2004 and is excited to be a part of the Ellis team again. _______________________ Coming Soon!
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