Lindsey is a Certified Occupational Therapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience across diverse populations and clinical settings nationwide, and along the developmental continuum.  Her passions include but are not limited to serving underserved populations, and exploring neurodiversity as it has evolved over the years in its presentation amongst varying disorders and conditions.  Most recent clinical passions or areas of specific interest are in the areas of diagnosis and treatment of specific learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia; and social-emotional development and behavior associated with post-COVID times.  She loves to engage children and have an impact in their lives and future.

Lindsey received a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Science and her Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from Ithaca College in Ithaca NY. Lindsey started her career in 2001 after a very interesting clinical fieldwork experience in Glasgow Scotland working at a Children’s Hospital which was followed by a rustic backpacking trip around Europe before the Euro.  She promptly returned home once her first school loan bill arrived and her parents kindly prompted her to return to the country to begin her career and loan payback. Once re-oriented to post travel reality, she started her career primarily in Acute Rehab Hospitals and Units in the Urban Boston Area.  Work experience became more isolated to work on a trauma floor that was notable for treatment of acute spinal cord injury and research at Boston University Medical Center. She then embarked on more domestic travel and entered the World of Home Health in the Greater Boston Area, the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, and finally, the rural agricultural regions of Yamhill County, in the Willamette Valley of OR.  She re-stoked her passion for the field by working with school aged children in 8 school districts across rural Marion and Polk Counties.

When not engaging in work, Lindsey enjoys raising a boisterous 7-year-old little girl and sharing in the pure joy of her daughter’s novel experiences.  She loves embarking on adventures involving connection with loved ones including friends and family throughout the country. Recent interests also include – perennial gardening, home décor and design, cooking any kind of ethnic or Italian food.  Other interests include active fitness-related activity outside in nature.  She was formally a triathlete and runner and is newly trying to figure out less strenuous physical endeavors.

Clinic Location: Salem Madrona & Fairview

Joelle is an Occupational Therapist who discovered the joy of working in Pediatric Occupational Therapy after working with adults in psychiatric setting, skilled nursing home, adult daycare centers, and home health. 

Joelle received her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California and a Master of Arts in French Literature from California State University Long Beach.  

Joelle enjoys working with children because each child is unique! 

When Joelle isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and traveling.

Clinic Location: Madrona and Salem clinic

Tami has been an Occupational Therapist for 27 years and has mostly served the pediatric population & their families.

Tami graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and received a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Tufts University.  

Tami has a specific love for working with children with sensory integration issues and has completed extra training in this area. Tami is certified to perform the Sensory Integration & Praxis Tests (SIPT) and has extensive training in sensory integration, feeding, and handwriting. 

When she’s not working, Tami enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and cheering on the OSU Beavers. 

Clinic Location: Salem Madrona & Fairview

Emily is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. She has worked with children in multiple settings for over 12 years.

She had initially worked as an aide in a pediatric outpatient clinic where she fell in love with the profession and decided to pursue a career as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Emily graduated from Linn-Benton Community College with an Associate’s of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy.

In her spare time, Emily enjoys spending time with family and friends, particularly if that time is spent outdoors while hiking, camping, or exploring new places.

Clinic Location: Salem Madrona & Fairview

Christina is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant whose love for children and desire to build on their individual strengths led her to pursue a position at Creating Pathways Therapy in 2020. Christina’s clinical specialty and passion is working with children who are diagnosed with ADHD and she enjoys supporting and teaching children and their families to advocate for themselves in the community setting.

Christina received an Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy in at Linn-Benton Community College and has been certified as an ADHD-rehabilitation service provider since March of 2023.

Christina has the ability to cultivate true partnerships with the families she serves and uses a child-centered and play-based approach to her therapy sessions. In her education and experience, she has worked with children in both home health and clinical pediatric settings.

When she’s not working with children, Christina loves spending her free time with her husband and two children exploring the outdoors, BBQing, boating, and being a sports mom.

Clinic Location: Salem Madrona & Fairview

Stephanie is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant whose passion for working with children provided new purpose and direction in her life after a long career in customer service. 

Stephanie’s clinical specialty is helping school-aged children thrive in their community and home life and assisting them with meeting their full potential through their main occupation, play!

Stephanie received an Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy at Linn-Benton Community College in June of 2021, and was fortunate enough to find her way to Creating Pathways in March of 2022.

Stephanie thrives on meeting children where they’re at and engaging them in activities that interest them through a fun and play-based approach.  She is a kid at heart and enjoys the creativity that Occupational therapy provides to the treatment of children.  She has experience with Sensory Integration, Self-regulation strategies and the Wilbarger Deep Pressure Protocol.

When not working with the children, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her own family, gardening, crafting, and doing yoga. 

Clinic Location: Albany

Maria is a certified occupational therapy assistant who seeks to work collaboratively with families to help children achieve their goals and discover tools that will provide lifelong benefits.

Maria graduated from Linn-Benton Community College earning her associates in applied science of occupational therapy assisting. She enjoyed fieldwork placements within the program in inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facility, and pediatric settings, gaining valuable knowledge and experience from each.

Maria’s previous experience working with infants in a pre-school setting and toddlers as a nanny sparked her interest in pursuing pediatric occupational therapy; She witnessed the powerful impact of learning through play on developmental outcomes, as well as the influence of the child’s environment on these outcomes. Occupational therapy presented itself as a prime opportunity for Maria to focus on these factors in order to support growth and development in functional independence.

Outside of work, Maria finds fulfillment surfing, dancing, hiking, and spending time with her loved ones. 

Clinic Location: Salem Fairview

Carolyn is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who has transitioned within the last several years from working with adults and seniors to children.  She finds the change challenging and refreshing.  Most recently, Carolyn completed a year working at a school in CA. and looks forward to further work in the clinic setting. 

Carolyn received an Associate Degree in OT at Loma Linda University in 1997 and is also a National Board Certified Health Coach. With many years in the field Carolyn has seen how the field has changed and evolved through the years and can bring some of the old wisdom as well as the new as she never wishes to stop learning. 

Carolyn spent a year in a school in CA working with all ages of youth and about 9 months in an outpatient clinic in CA as well.  This leaves a grand total of 28 years completed in skilled nursing and home health!  

When she’s not working with children, Carolyn loves spending her free time hiking with her dog, friends, and family, using her camper or van to see new places in OR, playing pickleball, cooking healthy food and swimming! 

Clinic Location: Salem Fairview

Jolene is a certified Occupational Therapist Assistant whose passion for serving others brought her to switch careers after managing Jamba Juices for 15 years.  Jolene’s clinical specialty and passion is working with children of all ages on emotional regulation, developing gross motor skills and exploring sensory strategies while enriching the lives of children through play.

Jolene received an Associates of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy from Linn Benton Community College. Jolene has experience teaching English to students in Thailand, as a swim instructor for all ages and is continuing her education in sensory integration.

Jolene loves engaging families through play-based therapy and assisting children to learn and grow in a fun and supportive environment. Throughout her education and experience, Jolene has worked with children and adolescents in educational and clinical settings as well as working with children with Dyslexia.

When she’s not working with children, Jolene enjoys swimming, camping, and exploring the natural world with her husband and son. 

Clinic Location: Salem Fairview Clinic

Anna is a certified Occupational Therapist Assistant whose passion for helping children began when she started teaching English in South Korea and Vietnam. She was able to engage with children of diverse ages and cultures.  Anna’s clinical passions include working with a variety of children to develop evidence-based treatment plans that best align with each child and family’s unique lifestyle and needs.

Anna received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and minor in French from University of Nevada Las Vegas, and then later an associate in applied science in Occupational therapy at St. Catherine’s University. 

Anna likes the emphasis on function and holistic approach in occupational therapy, specifically for pediatrics making learning fun and finding the motivating factor for each unique child. She enjoys problem solving and making adaptations to make functional tasks easier for children. Anna has completed continuing education in sensory integration techniques, sensory processing, handwriting interventions and developmental disorders. She has experience working with children in a variety of settings, from teaching for several years, preschool, behavioral therapy and then Home Health Pediatric Occupational Therapy.  Her experience working with children propelled her into the career of occupational therapy where she can continue being creative to help children succeed in their meaningful tasks.

In her leisure time, Anna enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, exercising and exploring all the beautiful nature in Oregon.

Clinic Location: Salem Fairview

Jamie is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant whose love for children who are differently abled including one of her own children helped launch her career path into Occupational Therapy.  Jamie’s passion is working with children within her community with disabilities, along with advocating for DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) within the community.

Jamie received an Associates of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy at Linn Benton Community College, Albany Or.

Jamie loves engaging children and families in therapy by using a fun, educational and play-based approach along with encouraging and helping each child gain independence. In her education and experience, she has worked with children in early childhood education as a preschool teacher.

When she’s not working with children, Jamie enjoys volunteering within her community such as Sunday school inclusive teacher, her children’s school board member, Occupational Therapy Association of Oregon’s DEI co-chair, and local Gleaners program along with spending time with family and enjoying what life brings her way with gratitude and a smile on her face. 

Clinic Location: Albany

Susan is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who loves working with children and their families. Susan is passionate about helping children reach their full potential and loves watching them learn, grow, and thrive. Susan is truly a “people person” and enjoys connecting with people and building relationships.

Susan received an Associates Degree in Applied Science from Linn Benton Community College. She also holds certifications in Basic Lifesaving, CPR, and First Aid. She is excited to put her knowledge to work for the communities of Albany, Salem, Corvallis, and beyond.

Susan is new to the clinical world but has been working with children in various settings for 7 years. She has worked in preschools, special education classrooms, after school programs, and has been teaching children to swim for the past 5 years. Her fieldwork experience includes working with the diagnostic team at CDRC in Eugene, OR, and the Occupational Therapy team at Springfield School District.

When she’s not working with children, Susan enjoys spending time with her own kiddo, Sage, and their dog, Emmett. They love to adventure, explore, and discover.

Clinic Location: Albany & Salem Fairview

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Clinic Location: Salem Fairview

Adam is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant whose passion for working with children provided new purpose and direction in his life, bringing him to Creating Pathways.  Adam’s clinical specialty is helping school-aged children thrive in their community and home life, while helping them advocate for their needs to better play, interact, and develop.

Adam received an Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy at Linn-Benton Community College. In the last two years as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, Adam has worked with many children in the Willamette Valley through Mighty Oaks, Old Mill Center, and finally Creating Pathways.

Adam thrives on engaging and challenging children through a fun and play-based approach, always seeking to test their limits and provide support and encouragement.  His time in school and pediatric clinical settings fortified his ability to connect with children on a personal and emotional level to reassure and promote successful interactions with family and peers.  He has training in SOS approach to feeding, Handwriting Without Tears, reflex integration, and the Wilbarger Deep Pressure Protocol.

When not working with the children of his community, Adam enjoys spending time with his own family, hiking, and watching sports.

Clinic Location: Albany