At Pediatric Therapy Partners, our therapists and staff are a team of dedicated professionals who truly care about the success of our patients. We recognize that the children and families who come through our doors are our neighbors, and we treat them with all the kindness and respect a good neighbor can give!

Our basic purpose is to change the lives of children every day, and with the support of our fantastic team members, we know we can do it!

Chelsea
COTA

Emilee
COTA/L - Bossier City

Emilee joined our Bossier clinic in May 2024. A BPCC graduate from 2018, she has 5 years of experience in pediatrics. Emilee loves helping kids achieve their goals through play and uses themed activities tailored to each child’s interests to make therapy fun. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and shopping.

Gayle
LOTR - Shreveport

Gayle joined our Bossier clinic in May 2023. She graduated from Worcester State University in Massachusetts in 2018. Gayle has been working as an OT in outpatient pediatrics for 4 years. She enjoys watching kids learn through play and reach their fullest potential. Her favorite part about working with kids is helping to incorporate skills throughout all environments and including families in treatment sessions. Gayle is a wife and mom to one daughter. She loves spending time with her family and pup. In her spare time, you can find her shopping at Target, dining out, or cozied up on the couch with a blanket and a good movie!

Haley
COTA/L - Bossier City

Hi, I’m Haley, a COTA at Pediatric Therapy Partners. I joined the Bossier clinic in April 2024, having earned my Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant from BPCC in 2023. I’m passionate about pediatrics because I love seeing kids build confidence and acquire new skills. I enjoy the creative side of OT and working with parents to achieve their child’s goals. In my free time, I like thrifting, watching my siblings play sports, decorating, and spending time with family.

Jacob
COTA - Shreveport

Jacob earned his Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Panola Community College in 2018. Since then, he has worked in pediatric therapy across both outpatient and home health settings. He is passionate about helping children and their families reach their full potential, starting at the metabolic level. Jacob joined PTP Shreveport in November 2024. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, being outdoors, and learning more about health and wellness.

Lauren
COTA/L - Bossier City

Lauren started working at our Bossier clinic in August of 2021! She enjoys working with children because she loves seeing the excitement and confidence her kids and their families gain when reaching new milestones. Lauren finds that working with children means endless opportunities to make therapy meaningful for the entire family and exciting for everyone involved!

Lily
COTA/L - Shreveport

Lily received her Occupational Therapy Assistant degree in 2022 from Panola College. Since then, she has worked in both pediatric and geriatric settings. Her favorite aspect of OT is helping children reach their goals and achieve their full potential. Lily is also pursuing a master’s degree in occupational therapy, with an anticipated graduation in 2027. Her special interests include early intervention, reflex integration, and dance/movement therapy.

Mara Beth
LOTR - Shreveport

Mara Beth joined the Shreveport team in September 2023 and has loved every moment! A recent graduate of LSU Health-Shreveport, she brings a year of experience in outpatient pediatrics and inpatient rehab. Passionate about working with children, Mara Beth finds joy in helping them reach milestones through fun and engaging activities. She believes that every day is an opportunity for laughter and growth, making therapy a delightful adventure for kids and families alike. Thrilled to be part of such a supportive team, she looks forward to creating lasting connections with the little ones in the community!

Miller
LOTR - Bossier City

Miller, a Louisiana native, earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from LSU and her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. With 6 years of experience in pediatric outpatient clinics across Louisiana and Tyler, Texas, she brings expertise in sensory processing, social skills, feeding, motor development, and torticollis. Miller is thrilled to be at PTP, where she loves working with children and their families using a holistic approach to enhance independence and participation in daily activities. In her free time, she enjoys being with her husband, walking her dog Layla, reading, cooking, and spending time outdoors.

Nikki
COTA/L - Bossier City

Meet Elizabeth “Nikki,” who brings 4 years of OT experience and recently moved back from CA after her husband’s honorable discharge in April 2024. She is a mother to a young daughter with another on the way in January 2025! Nikki is passionate about helping kids overcome obstacles and build a strong foundation for their future. She finds joy in seeing children achieve their goals through hard work and supporting both them and their parents. In her free time, Nikki enjoys spending time with her family, embracing the outdoors, and pursuing art and fishing.

Peyton
COTA/L - BOSSIER CITY

Peyton joined our Bossier Clinic in April 2023 after she graduated from BPCC in December 2022. She chose to work in pediatrics because work feels like a never-ending playdate. She enjoys being able to track the progress of her patients and celebrating the little victories towards accomplishing their goals through the use of games, crafts & other activities. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the movies, thrifting, learning Spanish, and spending time with her friends and family.

Rebecca
COTA

Ryan
LOTA - Bossier City

Taylor
Bossier Clinic Manager, LOTR - Bossier City

Taylor joined our Bossier clinic in May of 2020 and has experience working in outpatient pediatrics as well as in the school setting. Taylor chose to work in pediatrics because she loves watching children grow their skills through play and the excitement that kids bring to their sessions. She is a proud advocate for the benefits of Occupational Therapy and enjoys seeing the positive impact on families and communities that happens when a holistic approach is taken!

Madison
DPT

Ashlyn
SLP - Shreveport

Ashlyn joined our Shreveport clinic in May 2023. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Pre-Professional Speech-Language Pathology and her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from Louisiana Tech University. Ashlyn is dedicated to helping each child she works with succeed and achieve their goals. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, exploring new restaurants with her husband, and cuddling with her dog, Benny.

Brooke
Shreveport Clinic Manager, SLP - Shreveport

Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, Brooke earned her degree in Cell and Molecular Biology and a Master’s in Communication Disorders from LSUHSC in 2013. With over 10 years of experience in both school and medical settings, she joined PTP in spring 2022. Brooke specializes in early intervention, AAC, and Autism and has completed the Feed the Peds course, focusing on oral feeding deficits. She authored the children’s book series Gumbo NO!, designed to aid early readers with repetitive language and high-frequency vocabulary. Passionate about mentoring SLP students and clinical fellows, Brooke is also a competitive equestrian in third-level Dressage. Outside of riding, she enjoys gardening, cooking with her boyfriend Reed, and spending time with their three dogs: Gumbo, Roux, and Beaux.

Courtlyn
SLP - Shreveport

Courtlyn joined the PTP family in June of 2022. She received her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from Louisiana Tech University. Originally a Shreveport native, she was excited to move back and pour into the community she grew up in. Courtlyn loves channeling her creativity into fun, motivating activities for children that directly focus on the growth of her patients’ speech, language, and swallowing skills. She loves working with the pediatric population because of the opportunity to help foster children’s development that sets them up for success for the rest of their lives.

Emily Watkins
CEO, Owner, SLP

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Evelyn
SLP - Shreveport

Evelyn joined our Shreveport clinic in June 2024, right after earning her master’s degree from Louisiana Tech University. Passionate about pediatrics, she is dedicated to helping children reach their full potential, believing that nurturing their growth is crucial for their future. Evelyn loves spending time outdoors and enjoys quality moments with her family, friends, and two dogs.

Gracie
SLP - Bossier City

Gracie started at our Bossier clinic in June of 2022. She is from Farmerville, LA and attended Louisiana Tech University. She continued her education at Louisiana Tech University where she received her master’s in Speech-Language Pathology. Gracie loves American Sign Language and tries to incorporate it into all her therapy sessions. Outside of work, Gracie enjoys spending time with friends and family, attending church, exercising, traveling, and reading a good book. Gracie’s favorite part of working at PTP is building relationships with her patients and their families and watching her kiddos achieve their goals!

Hannah
SLP - Bossier City

Hannah joined PTP in October 2023. She graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport in May 2023 with a Master’s in Speech Pathology, having previously worked as a Speech Pathology Assistant (SLP-A) for 11⁄2 years before returning to school. She is passionate about helping clients develop their feeding and swallowing skills and enjoys seeing them use their new communication abilities with family and friends, making communication both fun and effective. In her free time, Hannah enjoys traveling and volunteering at her local church.

Hedaya
SLPA - Shreveport

Hedaya joined our Shreveport clinic in September 2024 after returning to the U.S. from several years abroad. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Audiology and Speech Pathology from Birzeit University and is a certified SLP overseas with experience in school systems. Now licensed as an SLPA in Louisiana, Hedaya is passionate about enhancing kids’ communication and quality of life. Fluent in Arabic and English, she proudly represents the Arab/Muslim community in healthcare. Outside of work, Hedaya is a wife and mom to a little girl, and she loves spending time with family, cooking, and engaging in self-care activities.

Julie
SLP

Katelyn
SLP - Bossier City

Katelyn graduated from Louisiana Tech in May 2021 and immediately joined the PTP family! Katelyn is passionate about helping children find their voice and providing them with tools to be successful communicators. One of Katelyn’s favorite aspects of her job is building relationships with her clients and their families. Katelyn loves the creativity in making every activity and daily living task an opportunity to improve speech and language skills!

Melody
SLPA - Bossier City

Melody joined our bossier city location June of 2024. She enjoys working with children of all cultural backgrounds. Her passion lies in working with our Spanish speaking families and providing Spanish/bilingual services. In her spare time she enjoys painting and spending time with her fiancé and cat Fiona.

Sarah Margaret
SLP - Bossier City

Sarah Margaret joined our team in June 2024 after earning her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Having fallen in love with PTP during her student rotation, she’s thrilled to be part of the team. Sarah Margaret chose pediatrics to help kids communicate, engage, and find their voices. She loves sharing progress with caregivers, hearing about new skills at home, and seeing kids grow in confidence. In her free time, she enjoys relaxing with her cat Bean, cooking with her husband, and spending time with friends and family.

Tore'a
SLP - Bossier City

Torea joined the Bossier Clinic shortly after earning her Master of Science in Communication Disorders. She believes that communication is a human right, and effective therapy is grounded in understanding each child’s unique needs and collaborating closely with parents to achieve the best outcomes. She is dedicated to creating a positive therapeutic environment where children feel encouraged and empowered to reach their full potential!

Ashton
Director of Marketing and Patient Relations, COTA/L

Meet Ashton, our Director of Marketing and Patient Relations! She joined PTP in June 2022 as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and now combines her OT background with a degree in Communications to enhance our community connections. Outside of work, Ashton is a wife and mom of two boys. She loves family time and traveling. Ashton is passionate about helping families get the support they need through our outpatient therapy services.

Christy
Scheduling Coordinator - Shreveport

Christy joined PTP in November 2021. She was born and raised in Shreveport, La. Christy graduated from Southwood High School and got her Associates Degree from Bossier Parish Community College. She enjoys spending time with her husband Chris, two sons Camden and Caysen and their German Shepherd Bayleigh. In her spare time Christy enjoys traveling with her family and hanging out with friends. She really loves her job and getting to interact with the patients and their families every day.

Morgan
Scheduling Coordinator - BOSSIER CITY

Hi! I’m Morgan, a Shreveport native who joined the team in August 2023. I’m the go-to for all things scheduling here at the clinic. Whether it’s setting up appointments or making sure our therapists’ schedules are on point, I’m here to keep everything running smoothly. Outside of work, I enjoy curling up with a good book, exploring new shopping spots, and spending time with friends, family, and my pups. I’m also always excited for a new travel adventure!

Sarah
Patient Services Coordinator - Bossier City

Sarah joined the PTP team in August 2021. She was born and raised in Shreveport, La. Sarah is passionate about assisting families and their children from an administrative standpoint. She loves spending time with her sweet family and attending church. One of her hobbies includes thrift shopping. She cannot pass up the opportunity to score a good deal! Sarah is currently enrolled at Sothern University. She is studying to obtain a degree in Human Services. With her drive and desire to help others she knows with this degree she will be able to help further assist families in the community.

Sherry
Talent and Operations Manager

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