Our Therapists:
Owner and Occupational Therapists:
Jill Christiansen, OTR
Jill graduated with a degree in occupational therapy from San Jose State University in 1995. She has been focused on pediatric therapy from the start of her career, completing internships at Stanford University Hospital and California Children's Services. Following graduation, she worked for California Children's Services in Los Angeles for 2 years before moving to North Texas. She has worked as an occupational therapist for Garland ISD and Lovejoy ISD. In 2011, Jill founded Kidz Therapy Zone to provide the type of therapy services she would want for her own children.
Occupational Therapists:
Lindsay Rees, MOT, OTR
Lindsay is an Occupational Therapist specializing in pediatric care. She earned her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from Texas Woman’s University in 2009, following her Bachelor’s degree in Child Development. With a strong academic foundation and over 15 years of clinical experience, she brings a deep understanding of child growth, behavior, and development to every therapy session. Lindsay is recognized by DFW Child as a Mom-Approved Wellness Professional, a distinction that reflects her commitment to delivering exceptional, family-centered care. She is also certified in Interactive Metronome, a specialized training that enhances her ability to support children with motor planning, attention, coordination, and timing challenges. Throughout her career, Lindsay has been passionate about helping children build confidence, independence, and a sense of accomplishment. She believes therapy should be engaging, playful, and tailored to each child’s unique needs. Her warm approach and creative interventions make sessions both effective and enjoyable, empowering children to reach their fullest potential while supporting families every step of the way.
Disha Patel, MOT, OTR
Disha graduated with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Saginaw Valley State University in 2024, along with a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Medicine. She has a genuine passion for working with children and supporting them as they grow and develop. Disha enjoys helping children build confidence, develop new skills, become more independent, and feel successful in their everyday activities. She is passionate about providing child-led, play-based therapy and creating a positive environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and encouraged to try new things. Disha also values working closely with families and believes that collaboration with parents/caregivers is an important part of helping children reach their goals both in therapy and at home. She is excited to build meaningful connections with each child and family and support them throughout their therapy journey.
Divya Joseph, MOT, OTR
Divya graduated from Texas Woman's University in 2021 with a Master of
Occupational Therapy. She is an experienced pediatric and acute therapist. She has experience working with children with a wide variety of diagnoses. Divya loves helping kids maximize their independence in their daily tasks in fun and creative ways.
Cindy Gonzalez, AAS, B.ED
Cindy brings over 24 years of experience working in the Occupational Therapy field with an Associate's in Applied Science in Occupational Therapy from Laredo Community College in 2001 and a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education in 2014. She has worked with children of all ages and abilities, supporting their growth, development, and independence. Cynthia is passionate about helping children reach their full potential by building meaningful connections and celebrating each child's strengths.
Physical Therapists:
Ashley Schramm, PT, DPT
Ashley graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in 2018. Ashley has experience in pediatrics, treating children ranging from 2 weeks old to 21 years old. Her clinical background includes working with a wide range of neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, developmental delays, athletic injuries, and postural and movement impairments. Ashley is a Functional Movement Technique (FMT) Certified Pediatric Kinesiology Tape Practitioner and is also certified in Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM). She is passionate about working with children because she loves watching their confidence grow as they master new skills, meet their milestones, and discover just how strong and capable they truly are.
Jasmine Sawyer, PT
Jasmine is a pediatric physical therapist from the Chicagoland area, passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential through movement and play. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of St.Augustine for Health Sciences - Miami Campus and has experience working with children ranging from 4 weeks to 21 years old with a variety of abilities and needs. Jasmine strives to support each child in developing functional independence by building strength, coordination, confidence, and motor skills in a fun and engaging way. She chose pediatrics because she enjoys building meaningful connections with children and their families while celebrating big and small milestones along the way. Jasmine is dedicated to creating a positive and supportive environment where every child feels encouraged, excited, and empowered to succeed.
Speech Therapists:
Kim Nopper, MS, CCC-SLP
Kim graduated with a Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology from Baylor University in 1991. Kim has worked in the school setting for Plano ISD and in the home health setting. Kim enjoys being a speech therapist because it is so rewarding to help children communicate their needs and thoughts. She loves to experience her students’ increased confidence as they progress toward their goals. Helping to make a difference in the lives of children and their families is the best part of her job!
LaVonda, M.S., CCC-SLP
LaVonda Lewis is a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who graduated from Baylor University in 2021 with a master's degree in communication sciences and disorders. She has a strong foundation in both speech-language and feeding disorders in children. LaVonda has experience with a variety of diagnoses and environments, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, behavioral centers, and home health. She is dedicated to helping clients improve communication skills, enhance feeding and swallowing abilities, and achieve greater independence. LaVonda takes a compassionate, evidence-based approach, focusing on creating positive, and supportive environments for each client's unique needs.
Madeline Lyons, Speech Therapy Assistant
Madeline is a speech-language professional and graduated from the University of North Texas, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts and Science with a focus in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. She has over 9 years of experience working with children, including children both on and off the autism spectrum. She uses a child-centered, strengths-based approach that considers each child’s individual communication needs, developmental level, and strengths. She is passionate about creating a supportive and engaging environment where children feel comfortable, valued, and encouraged to grow.
She was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and grew up in a family of educators. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her Golden Retriever, Silas!
Kaitlin Callegari, MCD, CCC-SLP
Kaitlin Callegari is a licensed speech-language pathologist who earned her master's degree in speech-language pathology from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Kaitlin has worked in the public school and home health settings. Driven by a deep passion for pediatric care, Kaitlin believes that communication should always be an empowering experience for children. She uses a natural, play-based approach to meet kids where they are, creating a supportive environment where children feel confident, self-advocating, and excited to express themselves.
Office Staff:
Megan Pride
