About Kidsplay

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Our mission

At Kidsplay Therapy Center, we strive to provide a family friendly environment, to provide excellent personalized service to the children, and to support the creativity and enthusiasm of our employees.

Our vision

To be a resource to our parents and provide a nurturing environment where it is safe to ask questions. We cater to the physical and emotional needs of the whole family.

To provide the best possible services for our parents and children. Our therapy center has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for our clients and their families.

To encourage and support the continued learning of our employees, as well as our families. Our therapists maintain a variety of skills and always strive to stay abreast of the latest information to provide to our families.

To use a team approach. We will partner with physicians, caregivers, and others involved in each child’s care, providing a bridge for our parents while we communicate the needs of their child.

To be a stepping stone for the child and his/her family to go out into the community.

To recycle our resources to not only grow the clinic, but also to help the community and beyond.

To support our employees’ professional and personal growth. We will seek out and represent their thoughts and opinions. We will provide an environment that enables our employees to balance their work and family lives.

From our founder

Gretchen Clark

It is a sincere honor and privilege to be able to write this thank you message to our families and supporters. Our passion from day 1 of serving others has not changed- only grown stronger. Since 2003, we have made great strides in better understanding the personalized needs of each child we treat and the needs of the family. Kidsplay therapists are dedicated to continual learning and staying abreast of the latest information and technology while the support staff exist to make the Kidsplay experience the best it can be.

Kidsplay is fortunate to have become a trusted referral source with some of the leading physician clinics in Atlanta.

We continue to seek partnerships with visionaries and leaders in the field while constantly expanding the Kidsplay staff to accommodate this growth.  I am proud of our partners, therapists, and support staff for their dedication and commitment to making Kidsplay Therapy Center a success.

“It is truly a pleasure to be on this journey with you and I look forward to a great future together.”

Thank you again to all of our staff, customers and partners for your enthusiasm and support. We have a solid foundation in place to make a difference in this community. It is truly a pleasure to be on this journey with you and I look forward to a great future together.

God Bless!

Gretchen

Gretchen Clark
Founder & CEO

Our staff

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Gretchen Clark

Gretchen Clark

Owner/MOT, OTR/L

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Kimberly Hanberry

Kimberly Hanberry

Front Office Manager

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Nicole Nisbet

Nicole Nisbet

 Prior Approval Coordinator

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Morgan Scott

Morgan Scott

Office Coordinator

Tammy Tharp Office Coordinator

Tammy Tharp

Office Coordinator

Tammy Burchell

Insurance Coordinator

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Lauren Breck

Lauren Breck

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Yolanda Sostre

Yolanda Sostre

BS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Jena Guida

Jena Guida

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Katie Joyce

Katharine Joyce

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Carolyn Miller

Carolyn Miller

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Morgan Foley

Morgan Foley

PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Lauren Cook

Lauren Cook

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Clinical Director, McDonough

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Kara Dobbs

Kara Dobbs

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Cumming Clinical Director

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Sherridon Dobbs

Sherridon Dobbs

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Kim Smith

Kim Register Smith

MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Anna Lauren Young

Lauren Young

MCD, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Jenna Wollerman

Jenna Wollerman

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Miracle Anderson-Douglas

PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Phedra Fields

MS, OTRL
Occupational Therapist

Rebecca Wright

MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Ivonne Rodriguez

Ivonne M. Rodriguez

M.Ed, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Michaela Bull

OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Samantha Davis

MOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Kyleigh Daugherty

M.Ed, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Emily Holton

MHS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Chelsea Wheeler

MS, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Taylor Harrington

M.Ed CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Logan Stringfield

MHS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Jordan RObinson

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Catherine Love

MSOT, OTR/L, CPAM
Occupational Therapist

Rachel Pass

M.Ed CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kerri Brewer

Kerri Brewer

MS, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Ashley Cruttenden

PT
Physical Therapist

Lynn Paige

Office Coordinator

Emily McCabe

DPT
Physical Therapist

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What our families say

Stone would not be thriving with these new guidelines without Kidsplay. He would have been held back from starting Pre-K and would be behind all of his friends. I am so thankful for Kimberly Hanberry and Kidsplay Therapy Center. They helped us along the way to get him fully adjusted. Early intervention is everything!
My child has been attending Kidsplay for the past 10 years for speech and physical therapy. Kidsplay has helped tremendously. The therapists are wonderful. The office staff is always cheerful.
The dedication of the therapist towards my child was incredible.
I could see my child’s confidence increasing drastically after every session.
The money and time spent in PACE is the best money I have ever spent.
I love the way PACE is totally customized towards each individual child. It focuses on the child’s most significant deficits and builds quickly as the child masters the skills.
My child never got frustrated by the program and always wanted to go.
The reward system that Kidsplay therapy sets up makes it even more enjoyable for the child.
After my child completed PACE, he soured in all areas of his life. His confidence increased, and he became more athletic. His grades and testing significantly improved. He was able to think quicker, and it improved his time completion on tests and assignments.
His brain never regressed, he never forgot what he had learned. It trained his brain in a way that continues to expand.
Mother of a 9 year old who participated in PACE, led by one of our speech therapists
To learn more about PACE, click here.
We have been at Kidsplay for about 4 years. Everyone is amazing! The office staff is friendly and very helpful. The therapists truly love the children and it shows in how they interact them. My son has improved socially, emotionally as well as academically in the past 3 years.
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Kidsplay Therapy Center | Gretchen Clark

Gretchen Clark

Owner/MOT, OTR/L

Gretchen Clark received her Bachelors Degree in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Child Life at Mississippi State University. She received a Master of Occupational Therapy in 2000 from Nova Southeastern University , in Ft. Lauderdale , Florida. While at Nova, Gretchen became actively involved as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in a pilot school for children with autism. After graduating, Gretchen worked as a pediatric occupational therapist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and also began her own home health agency, A Helping Hand Pediatric Therapy. In 2003, Gretchen started Kidsplay Therapy Center.Gretchen loves working both with the children and their families. She serves primarily in an administration role at this time and loves being able to develop new programs that will benefit the children and their families. She has always loved the field of pediatrics and feels it is her life mission to work with children and families. Gretchen is married with one son and one daughter. Outside of Kidsplay, Gretchen enjoys spending time with her family and friends, attending Church, being outside and playing tennis.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Kimberly Hanberry

Kimberly Hanberry

Front Office Manager

Kimberly attended Southwest Missouri State University majoring in Special Education and Minoring in Elementary Education. Kimberly taught school for 17 years in the private school sector. She worked with special needs children at a local church for several years. Kimberly has worked at Kidsplay since 2010 and loves working with the children and their families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their precious grandchildren, attending church, and working in her flower garden.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Nicole Nisbet

Nicole Nisbet

Prior Approval Coordinator

Nicole has always enjoyed being around children. She has worked in the medical field for 15 years, ranging from hospitals to laboratories.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, friends and attending church.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Morgan Scott

Morgan Scott

Office Coordinator

Morgan received her Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration back in July 2019. She hopes to continue her education to receive a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administraion or Management in the next few years.

Morgan has worked in the healthcare setting for over 4 years now. She has worked in a variety of settings ranging from geriatrics to office settings in different specialties. Although she has never worked in pediatrics until joining the Kidsplay team, she loves working with children and working behind the scenes to provide great service and care for the families! Kidsplay Therapy is exactly where she is supposed to be!

In her free time, Morgan loves to lead worship at her church, travel, go to the park, find new coffee shops, spend time with her friends, family, husband, and pets.

Tammy Tharp Office Coordinator

Tammy Tharp

Office Coordinator

Tammy began working in 2014 with an early intervention program, providing services for children from birth to age three and their families. She loves helping kids and families get the care that they ned. She started working at Kidsplay this year. She feels blessed to be part of such a wonderful team! She loves spending time with her family and fur baby when not working.

Tammy Burchell

Insurance Coordinator

Tammy has worked in the healthcare setting for over 12 years. Although most of her experience has been within the adult care setting, she comes to Kidsplay Therapy to pursue her passion for pediatric care. Serving behind the scenes she hopes to provide great assistance so families may focus on what is most important.  She believes every day we fight for the right of every young person to experience all that God has for them.

Tammy is married with one son. Outside of Kidsplay, Tammy attends church, enjoys spending time with family, traveling, all sports, and spending time outdoors

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Lauren Breck

Lauren Breck

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Lauren received her Bachelor’s Degree in Science and her Masters of Occupational Therapy degrees from Brenau University in 2011. She has focused her efforts and attention exclusively to the field of pediatrics.

In her free time, she enjoys leading an active life including triathlons, aerial silks, flying trapeze, and tap dance. She is also very active in the church and loves animals.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Yolanda Sostre

Yolanda Sostre

BS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Yoly received her BS from the University of Puerto Rico in 1990. She has participated in continuing education for 29 years. Yoly has 29 years of experience as a pediatric occupational therapist with ages from newborn to 18 years. She speaks Spanish fluently. Her experience includes neonatal intensive care, inpatient, early intervention, and outpatient settings. She is SIPT certified, therapeutic listening certified, modality certified, and handwriting without tears certified. She is also experienced in sequential oral and sensory motor processing disorder, developmental delays, autism, cardiac patients, ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorders, and a variety of other syndrome disorders. She worked at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for 22 years and joined Kidsplay in January of 2020. Yoly was drawn to Kidsplay because of the family-like work and dedication to excellence in patient care. Yoly enjoys singing, reading, running, and spending time with her husband, 2 daughters, and maltese dog.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Jena Guida

Jena Guida

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Jena received her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Georgia State University in 2013. She received her Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Brenau University in 2016. Jena truly has a passion for pediatrics, and became a part of the Kidsplay team in March 2019. She finds great joy and meaning in being able to create personal relationships with her families and celebrating both the big and the small victories alongside them. Jena has worked in the outpatient pediatric setting for 3 years. She enjoys the outpatient clinic setting because she can spend time with her families answering important questions, providing support, and building relationships. She is currently certified in the Therapeutic Listening Program and Astronaut Training Program through Vital Links. She has also taken numerous continuing education courses focusing on pediatrics. In her free time, Jena enjoys spending time with family, friends, dog, and cat. She also loves anything outdoors-related, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Katie Joyce

Katharine Joyce

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Katie received her B.S. in biology from the University of Georgia in 1996. She received her M.S. in occupational therapy from Brenau University in 2008. Katie started her OT career at Kidsplay in August of 2008 and has remained here ever since. Her experience includes working in public and private schools for children with special needs, adult mental health, and outpatient pediatrics. Katie has utilized aquatic and hippotherapies, trauma-informed therapy, sequential oral sensory (SOS) feeding approach, and sensory integration therapy. While at Kidsplay, she has the privlege to work with children with a variety of challenges, including sensory processing disorder, developmental delays, trauma-induced delays, learning difficulties, unsing evidence-based sensory integration therapy. Katie appreciates the philosophies of following the child’s lead using structure and clear expectations as well as working closely with the familties to promote a child-motivated environment. She believes these approaches provide children with the best opportunities to learn new skills. Katie enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Carolyn Miller

Carolyn Miller

MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Carolyn received her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Brenau University. After working in inpatient rehab and orthopedic acute care, Carolyn has been working in a pediatric outpatient setting gaining experience with a wide range of children with sensory processing disorders, neurological disabilities, developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, and other diagnoses. With each patient, she strives to synthesize the demands of the individuals’ daily activities with the skill sets of her patients to maximize age appropriate independence in play, school activities, self-care, social participation, sleep, leisure, job participation and acquisition, home maintenance, financial management, and other occupations. Carolyn has both developed and led camps, job acquisition training intensives, and social skills groups for individuals with varying needs. In her free time, Carolyn enjoys volunteering in the SHINE Ministry, perfecting her art skills, and playing with her sweet puppy, Nimble.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Morgan Foley

Dr. Morgan Foley

PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

Morgan graduated from the University of Georgia with her Bachelor’s in Exercise and Sport Sciences in 2015. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in St. Augustine, FL in 2018. Morgan has always had a passion for working with children. Her interest in physical therapy was piqued from assisting a special needs dance class at the dance studio she attended as a child. Watching the progress over the year that the girls made and hearing stories from the parents about physical therapy was so inspiring and she knew that’s the career she wanted. The quote that inspires her by Mahatma Gandhi is “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” She completed two clinical rotations at pediatric clinics during her schooling which confirmed her desire to work in the pediatric population. In her free time, she enjoys cheering on the DAWGS in the fall, reading, cooking/baking, exercising, spending time with family and friends, being involved at church, and exploring new places with her husband.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Lauren Cook

Lauren Cook

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Clinical Director, McDonough

Lauren received a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Southern Mississippi in 2003. She received a Master’s of Science degree in Speech- Language Pathology at the University of South Alabama in 2005. Lauren has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, and public school. She has experience in several areas of speech and language including but not limited to articulation disorders, autism, apraxia, and various language disorders. She joined the Kidsplay team in 2009 and began serving families in the McDonough area in 2017. The McDonough therapy team is growing, and Lauren feels excited and blessed to provide services to more families through this expansion. In her free time, Lauren enjoys traveling to visit her friends and family and spending time with her husband and two sons.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Kara Dobbs

Kara Dobbs

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kara Dobbs received a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Western Kentucky University.

Kara began her career in Kentucky in an outpatient clinic for children with dyslexia, completing PRN work at a nursing home, and working full-time with early intervention. Kara joined Kidsplay in May 2016 and loves being a part of the family we have here. Kara is licensed in the state of Georgia, as well as nationally certified by the American-Speech-Language Hearing Association.

When Kara is not working, you can find her at church or outdoors with family, friends, and her rescue dog, Hank.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Sherridon Dobbs

Sherridon Dobbs

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Sherridon received her Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Florida in 1986. She received her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Florida in 1990. Sherridon loves working with families and seeing children progress and improve their communicative abilities. She has 30 years’ experience evaluating and treating children with a variety of speech and language disorders and has worked in multiple settings over the years including home based therapy, developmental preschool, public school, and outpatient rehabilitation center. Sherridon has developed a strong interest and experience in working with children with oral-motor weaknesses, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities. She joined the Kidsplay team in May 2014 and absolutely loves being a part of such an amazing work family! Sherridon has the sweet blessing of working with her daughter, Kara, who also works at Kidsplay as a Speech Language Pathologist. Sherridon enjoys spending time with her husband as they travel, camp, and make memories with their children. She is actively involved in her church, loves serving as a camp counselor, and enjoys organizing an annual regional women’s Bible study.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Kim Smith

Bachelor of Science in Education in Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Georgia 1998

Masters of Arts in Communication Disorders, Appalachian State University 2000

Kim Smith

M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kim has 20 years of pediatric experience in hospital, outpatient, and clinical settings. She has been with Kidsplay Therapy Center for 13 years. Kim has extensive experience with augmentative communication devices including evaluation, acquisition, and training children to use AAC and families in programming AAC devices to help those patients achieve the most functional communication possible. Additionally, she works heavily with patients exhibiting childhood apraxia of speech, autism, pragmatic language disorders, and general speech and language deficits. Kim has experiences with children with Down’s Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Angelman’s Syndrome, and other genetic disorders. One of Kim’s favorite parts of being a speech language pathologist is being able to look at a child’s potential rather than their deficits and work to help them achieve that potential.

Kim enjoys spending time with her husband, two boys, and puppy. She also enjoys outdoor activities (golf, camping, hiking, etc.), arts and crafts, working in her church’s women’s ministry, and listening to music/journaling/games.

Kidsplay Therapy Center | Anna Lauren Young

Lauren Young

MCD, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Lauren received her Bachelor’s of Science with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University in 2013. She received her Master’s of Communication Disorders degree from Auburn University in 2015. Lauren began working in the hospital setting with both pediatrics and adults. She then began working with pediatrics in the outpatient setting with an interest in early language development and feeding. Lauren thoroughly enjoys working with children and building relationships with their families. She began working at Kidsplay in 2018, and loves being a part of an amazing team. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, attending sporting events, and exploring restaurants and shops.

Jenna Wollerman

Jenna Wollerman

MS, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Jenna received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 2021 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She completed her graduate clinical studies at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, specifically treating children with repaired cleft palates and cochlear implants/hearing aids. She recently moved to Georgia and is so excited to be part of the Kidsplay family. Jenna currently treats children with a variety of disorders such as apraxia of speech, language disorders, stuttering, and speech sound disorders. She is so appreciative of her patients’ willingness to work hard to achieve their goals! In her spare time, Jenna enjoys painting and drawing, as well as exploring the area for new restaurants and activities.

Miracle Anderson-Douglas

PT, DPT Physical Therapist

Miracle Douglas is both a Texas and Florida native. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Florida State University (FSU) and attained her Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU).

Miracle has a passion and purpose for helping children achieve their full motor potential and so much more. She has worked with children with a variety of complex medical diagnoses and has worked in a variety of pediatric therapy settings including early intervention, clinic based, and school based. Miracle joined Kidsplay in 2021 and enjoys serving the families of the Kidsplay community.

In her free time, Miracle enjoys serving as an active local and district youth leader in her church as well as spending quality time with her husband and family. She also enjoys designing therapeutic resources and content for her therapy blog entitled Miracles and Moree that offers physical therapy play based activities and effective handouts to support parents/caregivers of the pediatric community.

Phedra Fields

MS, OTR/L Occupational Therapist

Phedra is an Occupational Therapist from Fayette County Georgia by way of Houston Texas. She earned her Master of Science Degree from Tuskegee University in the field of Occupational Therapy in 2012. Phedra truly enjoys working with a wide range of the pediatric population from early intervention, developmental delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. She started working at Kidsplay in September of 2021. Phedra began her career in Fulton County Schools before transitioning into several pediatric outpatient settings in which she has worked over the last 5 years. Phedra loves playing with, laughing, and helping children overcome various milestones and challenges they are faced with daily. She describes seeing her patients reach their maximum potential in life as a beautiful blessing. In her free time, Phedra enjoys spending time with her family and friends and traveling to new places.

Becca Wright

MA, CCC-SLP 
Speech Language Pathologist

Becca received her BS Ed. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Georgia and her Masters in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Oklahoma. 
Becca has a passion for working with children and loves to see them learn and grow through play and connection. She worked as an SLP in the public schools for 5 years in Iowa and Oklahoma. After moving back home to Georgia in 2015, Becca began working in a pediatric clinical setting because she wanted more flexible hours and the ability to work with children 1:1. She joined the Kidsplay team in 2021 and has loved being a part of this growing clinic! Becca has pursued continuing education in the areas of autism, early intervention, oral narrative training, articulation and phonological disorders, augmentative and alternative communication, and pediatric feeding and swallowing. 
Becca loves creating fun with her three children. She is actively involved in her church and also loves to read, play nerdy board games, and watch movies and plays

Ivonne Rodriguez MS, CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathologist

Ivonne Rodriguez

MS, CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathologist

Ivonne is a Bilingual English-Spanish service provider who received her BS Ed. in Teaching English as a Second Language from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus in 2010. In 2019, she received her Masters of Speech-Language Pathology from Ana. G. Mendez University in Gurabo, Puerto Rico. That same year she moved to Georgia and started her career in Henry County Schools serving school-aged students. She started with Kidsplay Therapy Center in May 2021. Ivonne enjoys exploring local shops and restaurants with her husband, walking her golden retriever, going on road trips, and serving in her church.

Michaela Bull

OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Michaela graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Georgia Southern University in 2017. She then attended Nova Southeastern University in Tampa, FL, where she received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy in 2021. Michaela completed her final level II fieldwork rotation at Kidsplay and is so excited to begin her career as an Occupational Therapist as a Kidsplay team member. She has always had a strong passion to work in pediatrics and finds great meaning in building relationships with her patients and their families to improve the underlying skills that promote independence in daily tasks.

In her free time, Michaela enjoys being outdoors, drinking coffee, and spending time with her husband, 1 year old baby boy, and standard poodle.

Samantha Davis

MOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist

Samantha received her Bachelor of Science from Clayton State University in Morrow, GA in 2018 and her Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN in 2021. She completed her undergraduate internship at the Marcus Autism Center in Atlanta, GA and her graduate level II fieldworks within the Germantown School District and Encompass Health Inpatient Rehab, both in Memphis, TN. Samantha has a passion for pediatrics and loves brainstorming ways to help children become as independent as possible through play! In her free time, Samantha enjoys spending time with her husband, two children and their Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Lucio. On the weekends we love to go thrifting, check out the local farmers markets and spend time outside gardening or in the kitchen trying out a new recipe!

Emily Holton

MHS, OTR/L

Emily is from Valdosta where she attended Valdosta State University and majored in Health Sciences. She received her Master of Health Science in Occupational Therapy degree at Augusta University. She is passionate about pediatrics and helping them function best throughout everyday activities.

Since moving to the area, Emily enjoys attending church and exploring nearby farmers markets and downtowns. Although she is a Florida State fan, she enjoys going to Carolina Gamecock games with her fiancé Logan, who is an OT at the Loganville clinic.

Chelsea Wheeler

MS, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Chelsea is a speech-language pathologist who joined Kidsplay Therapy Center in August of 2022. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Florida State University. Chelsea has worked with the pediatric population in public schools, private practice, and clinical environment. Her pediatric experience includes working with individuals in the areas of hearing loss, articulation, feeding, language, cognition, social communication, voice, fluency and phonological difficulties. She is dedicated to expanding her knowledge and growth in evidenced-based application of treatment approaches. Chelsea’s objective is to encourage the development of communication skills, in conjunction with families, through individualized evidenced-based treatment. Chelsea finds joy in connecting and building relationships with new people, reading, leading worship in her church, traveling, and eating at new restaurants with her husband.

Taylor Harrington

M.Ed CCC-SLP

Taylor Harrington received a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Taylor has worked in pediatric and geriatric settings, but the majority of her work has been in outpatient pediatrics. She also worked as a speech language pathologist with Forsyth County schools, so she is very familiar with IEPs and able to communicate with service providers within the school system. She has experience with a treating articulation, phonology, stuttering, language development, and social language skills. She especially loves to provide early intervention therapy for children birth to three years old, and AAC. She has used a wide variety of AAC software to help pair her patients with the most appropriate match for their communication needs, and she was able to build relationships with device representatives in the area as a result.

When Taylor is not working, she enjoys being active, going to concerts and comedy shows, and trying new restaurants.

Jordan Robinson

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Originally from Florence, Alabama, Jordan received her Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University in Communication Disorders with a concentration in kinesiology. She graduated from Tennessee State University with a Master’s degree in Speech and Hearing Science in May 2021. She recently moved to Georgia and is so excited to be part of the Kidsplay family! Although her passion is pediatrics, Jordan has gained experience working with various populations ranging from preschool age to geriatrics in the areas of: articulation and phonology, apraxia, cognition, voice disorders, and feeding difficulties. During her free time, Jordan enjoys reading, running, traveling (mostly anywhere with a roller coaster) and spending time with family and friends.

Catherine Love

MSOT, OTR/L, CPAM
Occupational Therapist

Catherine C. Love is a licensed and registered occupational therapist who has practiced OT in Georgia for the past eight years. Her background includes a specialty in both pediatrics and adult occupational therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings including pediatric outpatient, hospital, home health, and long-term rehabilitative care. She is Physical Agent Modality (PAM) certified which allows her to utilize a variety of treatment methods (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc.) to facilitate increased functional outcomes. Catherine graduated Cum Laude with her Bachelor of Science degree and Summa Cum Laude with her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from Brenau University in 2014. She is affiliated with American Occupational Therapy Association, Georgia Occupational Therapy Association and was selected as a speaker for GOTA in 2013, 2014, and 2015. She enjoys helping patients improve fine motor, visual motor, sensory processing, and self-help skills. In her leisure time, she enjoys working out, traveling, playing the piano, participating in church activities, and spending time with her family including her husband, Matthew, and 7-year-old-daughter, Evelyn. She has a strong passion and heart for kids and has therefore dedicated her life career to helping children through the practice of Occupational Therapy.

Rachel Pass

M.Ed CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Rachel received a dual-major Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Special Education degree and a Master of Education degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Rachel began her career as a first grade teacher for two years prior to going to graduate school for speech-language pathology. She has 9 years of pediatric experience across a variety of clinical settings including schools, outpatient rehab, pediatric private practice, and tele-therapy. She has experience treating articulation, phonology, stuttering, language development, social language skills, and augmentative and alternative communication. She enjoys every aspect of the pediatric population and loves being part of the Kidsplay family. When Rachel is not working, you can find her spending time with friends and family, going to the beach, or playing with her dog, Annabelle.
Kerri Brewer

KErri Brewer

MS, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kerri received a Bachelor’s of Science degree at Berry College. She earned her Master’s of Science in Communicative Disorders with an emphasis in Speech-Language Pathology in 2022 from Eastern New Mexico University. She completed graduate clinical rotations in a pediatric outpatient clinic, elementary school, skilled nursing facility, and a special needs school. Kerri completed graduate clinical rotations at Kidsplay and couldn’t wait to officially join the team! She loves working with kids and helping them reach their goals. In her free time, she enjoys painting, building furniture, reading, and spending time with family and her awesome dog.

Ashley Cruttenden

PT, Physical Therapist

Ashley studied Exercise Science at Western Kentucky University and received a Master of Physical Therapy Degree from Georgia State University.

“I count it a gift from God to work as a physical therapist. I have been blessed by the love, joy, perseverance, and healing I’ve witnessed in the lives of children and their families.  To be invited into someone’s life when they are in need is a sacred space.  I aim to steward my gifts, knowledge, and experience by offering evidence-based interventions with playfulness and compassion to empower each person to achieve optimal outcomes to the glory of God.” 

Mercy Ships, Hope Heals, and Boy with a Ball are non-profits that inspire Ashley and have provided volunteer opportunities for her share and grow in clinical and relational skills. 

Ashley Cruttenden

Office Coordinator

Lynn joined Kidsplay in January 2023. Most of her 38 years of marriage she has been a stay-at-home wife and mother. Lynn and her husband raised 2 children of their own, along with caring for 5 other children from birth until entering school. She has always surrounded herself with children, either teaching bible class, being a camp counselor for over 20 years, coaching softball, volunteering at elementary schools and serving on the PTO boards.

After moving to Georgia, Lynn started looking for a job that was the right fit. She is very grateful for the opportunity to work with Kara and the great team at the Cumming Location.

In her spare time, Lynn enjoys making jam, serving others, attending worship services, spending time with her husband, and traveling. Especially to Texas to see her grandbabies. Lynn also works year-round and volunteers for a non-profit organization that helps Christian families with the financial barriers of adoption and bring a child into their loving home.

Emily McCabe

DTP, Physical Therapist

Emily graduated from Georgia College and State University in 2016. She then went on to pursue her dream of becoming a physical therapist right after finishing her undergraduate degree. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Georgia in 2019. Emily’s passion for movement and helping children started at a young age. She was passionate about staying active and grew up with two cousins who have Down’s syndrome. Pediatric physical therapy was the perfect mix of those two passions.

Emily has pediatric experience in both the inpatient setting and outpatient setting. She spent most of her clinical hours at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta where she learned in the NICU and pediatric ICU. She now has 4 years of experience in the outpatient pediatric setting. Her passion is now in early development and neurologic disorders. Emily has certifications in ILS (Integrated Listening Systems) and Primitive Reflex Integration.

When not at work Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and young daughter. As a family they love to travel, be outdoors, and try new restaurants and experiences.