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taylor

Ms. Taylor M.O.T., OTR/L

Practice Director

Taylor is an occupational therapist and the Practice Director here at Talk About Therapy. She is credentialed by the National Board of Occupational Therapy and is licensed by the state or Georgia. She received her bachelor’s degree from James Madison University in Health Sciences. She also received her masters in Occupational Therapy from James Madison University. 

Favorite Color: Yellow 
Favorite Disney Movie: Coco
Favorite Book: Harry Potter 
Favorite Food: Pasta 

Taylor has extensive experience in the outpatient setting with pediatrics. She has worked with children of varying ages from 1-21 years old with a variety of diagnoses such as ASD, Down syndrome, and varying developmental delays addressing primarily emotional regulation, handwriting, play skills, sensory processing, and motor skills for increased participation and function in day to day activities. When she is not treating, you can find her at any one of the offices making sure things are running smoothly! 

In her spare time, Taylor likes to read, watch movies, and spend time with her friends. She loves exploring the Atlanta area and finding new things to do. She is excited to meet you and provide you with the best client-centered care!

Car’Daijah

Ms. Car’Daijah OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Car’Daijah received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Auburn University in Montgomery. She was a member of the first cohort to receive an entry-level doctorate at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. She is credentialed by the National Board of Occupational Therapy.

Favorite Color: Aqua
Favorite Disney Movie (Kid Friendly): Aladdin
Favorite Book (Kid Friendly): There’s A Wocket in My Pocket by Dr. Seuss
Favorite Food: Chicken Fried Rice
Car’Daijah has experience in acute care hospital and in outpatient with children. She also worked in a preschool prior to attending graduate school, and children have always held a huge place in her heart. Her capstone project to receive her doctorate degree was centered around teaching preschools and daycare staff strategies and modifications to make their classrooms more inclusive for both typically and non-typically developing children. She has worked with children with ASD, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, and sensory processing disorders.
Lauren

Ms. Lauren OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Lauren is an Occupational Therapist here at Talk About Therapy. She is credentialed by the National Board of Occupational Therapy and licensed by the state of Georgia. She received her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science from Georgia College & State University and received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Disney Movie: Up
Favorite Book: Brown Bear
Favorite Food: Chocolate Chip Cookies

Lauren has clinical experience in the neonatal intensive care unit, adult acute care, and outpatient pediatric settings. She has worked with children of all ages of varying diagnoses such as ASD, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, and more.

In her spare time, Lauren enjoys spending time with her friends and husband being active and in the outdoors. Lauren is excited to work with you and your child to promote your child’s individual growth and development!

annie

Ms. Annie, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Annie is an Occupational Therapist here at Talk About Therapy. She is credentialed by the National Board of Occupational Therapy. Annie received her Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. She obtained a B.A. in Psychology from Auburn University. War Eagle!
 
Favorite Color: Yellow
Favorite Movie: The Little Mermaid
Favorite Book: The Giving Tree
Favorite Food: Steak Hibachi with extra fried rice
Annie has a variety of experience with children and adults. She completed her clinical experiences in both outpatient pediatrics/school system and adult acute care in the hospital. She has worked with children with ASD, developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, genetic disorders, cerebral palsy and Down Syndrome. Annie believes in the power of play paired with purposeful goals. Her daily personal goal is to ensure each child feels seen, valued, and celebrated. 
 
In her free time, Annie enjoys playing golf, cooking with her fiancé, exercising with friends and spending time with her family on the farm. 
melissa

Ms. Melissa, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Melissa is credentialed by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and licensed by the State of Georgia. Melissa earned her Bachelor’s degree in Child and Adolescent Development from California State University, Fullerton, and completed her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy at Washington University in St. Louis.

Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Disney Movie: Mulan
Favorite Book: The Little Engine That Could
Favorite Food: Arepas

Melissa has over one year of experience working as a pediatric occupational therapist across early intervention, school-based, and outpatient settings. She has supported children ranging in age from 2 to 16 years old with a variety of diagnoses and developmental needs. Her therapeutic approach focuses on promoting functional independence, supporting participation in daily activities, and helping children build confidence through meaningful, child-centered care.

In her free time, Melissa enjoys going on nature walks, discovering new coffee shops, and curling up on the couch to read or to watch a movie with her fiancé.

cassidy

Ms. Cassidy, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Cassidy is an Occupational Therapist here at Talk About Therapy! She is credentialed by the National Board of Occupational Therapy and licensed by the State of Georgia. Cassidy received her bachelor’s in occupational science and her doctorate in occupational therapy from Eastern Kentucky University.

Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Disney Movie: Encanto
Favorite Book: Fancy Nancy
Favorite Food: Pizza
Cassidy completed her clinical rotations in outpatient pediatrics and the school system, as well as inpatient adult rehabilitation. She has worked with children from 3 months old to 21 years old with a variety of abilities and diagnoses, including ASD, cerebral palsy, general developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, and more. Cassidy enjoys interacting with each child to meet personalized goals while keeping therapy a fun and safe place.

In her free time, Cassidy enjoys reading, snuggling with her cat, O’Malley, and playing board games with her friends!  She is so excited to work with you and your child!
elsie

Ms. Elise MOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Elise received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy at AdventHealth University and her Bachelors of Science in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies at Auburn University. Elise is credentialed by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and is licensed by the State of Georgia.

Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Disney Movie: Ratatouille
Favorite Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Favorite Food: Ice Cream

Elise completed her clinical rotations in outpatient pediatrics and on an adult inpatient rehabilitation brain injury unit. She has worked with children ranging from 6 months to 18 years old with varying diagnoses such as ASD, cerebral palsy, genetic conditions, Down Syndrome, developmental delays and sensory processing disorders. Elise’s therapeutic approach involves individualized, creative, play-based care.

In her free time Elise enjoys walks with friends, baking and trying new coffee shops! She is very excited to meet you and support your child’s growth!

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