Meet Our Occupational Therapists

Sarah, MS, OTR/L

Sarah is a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist with over 6 years of experience in pediatric care. Her expertise lies in utilizing play as a therapeutic tool to engage children and facilitate skill development in a multitude of fun and motivating ways, for supporting independence in everyday activities. What sets Sarah apart is her genuine enthusiasm for getting to know her clients and their families. She believes that understanding each child's personal interests and family dynamics is key to crafting effective and engaging therapy interventions. Her warm, empathetic approach helps build strong therapeutic relationships, creating a supportive environment where children can thrive. Outside of her professional life, Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband and young daughter, in addition to visiting family in upstate New York.

Amber, MS, OTR/L

Amber is a dedicated occupational therapist with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from East Carolina University. Amber’s career spans both inpatient rehabilitation, where she assisted adults recovering from strokes, and the school system, where she supported preschool through middle school-aged children. Her areas of expertise include feeding techniques using the AEIOU approach, sensory integration, and the Learning Without Tears curriculum, along with fine motor, ocular motor, praxis, and visual motor integration. In her free time, Amber enjoys dancing to Disney tunes with her three young children, running with her husband, and chasing their energetic labradoodle, Elsa.

Bethany, MS, OTR/L, Students/Volunteer Liaison

Bethany is an enthusiastic occupational therapist dedicated to providing client-centered care, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs and goals guide her practice. Bethany's approach is deeply rooted in empathy and personalized support, helping clients achieve meaningful outcomes in their daily lives utilizing a primarily child-led approach. Outside of work, she finds relaxation and joy in swinging in a hammock swing and immersing herself in a good book. This blend of professional passion and personal interests fuels her commitment to holistic, compassionate care

Alexis, OTD, OTR/L

Alexis obtained a Bachelor’s of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Following her undergraduate studies, Alexis earned a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from Wingate University. During this time, she completed fieldwork experience in acute care and pediatric outpatient settings. Alexis’s passion for working in a pediatric setting originates from personal experience of having a younger sister with Down syndrome. Currently, she volunteers as an advocacy committee member with the Down Syndrome Network of Greater Greensboro (DSNGG). In her free time, Alexis enjoys playing with her two Siberian huskies, spending time with family and friends, and learning fun facts about Disney!

Sharyn, MS, OTR/L

Sharyn received her Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from Boston University in 2008. She has spent most of her career working in NY, in outpatient orthopedic and neurologic settings for both children and adults. Sharyn became a certified hand therapist in 2017. In 2019, she relocated with her family to NC where she continues to work full-time as a certified hand therapist. In addition, she enjoys working per diem at Abil-OT, helping kiddos improve their quality of life. Sharyn enjoys being outside and spending time with her husband and two boys.

Carly, MS, OTR/L

Carly is a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist with 10 years of clinical experience. She earned a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree from Elizabethtown College in Elizabethtown, PA. Carly has extensive experience working with pediatrics, including many years in private practice, and within the public school system. Carly has certifications and advanced training in the Safe and Sound Protocol, Therapeutic Listening, Zones of Regulation, DIR/Floortime Approach, Interactive Metronome for Pediatrics and Adults, Beckman Oral Motor, CAN-EAT Approach to Feeding, and Handwriting Without Tears. Outside of work, Carly enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons and two cats, trying new restaurants, and visiting the beach and mountains.

Ciara, MS, OTR/L

Ciara is a compassionate, playful, and enthusiastic occupational therapist who prides herself in utilizing a strengths-based, play-based, and neurodiversity affirming care in her holistic approach. Ciara has worked in pediatrics for over 5 years and her favorite part of the job is the “Aha!” Moment kids have when they feel connected and understood. Her areas of expertise include sensory integration, emotional regulation, executive functioning, social confidence development, primitive reflex integration, along with fine motor and visual motor integration. When not at work, Ciara enjoys cooking, completing jigsaw puzzles, listening to audiobooks, and finding new adventures for her, her husband, and their diva dog Ellie.

Carlie, MS, OTR/L

Carlie is a passionate Occupational Therapist who is dedicated to providing client-centered care to the pediatric population. Carlie is originally from Ohio, obtaining a B.S. in Allied Health and B.A. in Psychology from Otterbein University. Following her undergraduate studies, Carlie received a Master of Occupational Therapy degree from AdventHealth University in Florida. Carlie has completed fieldwork experience in outpatient orthopedic and outpatient pediatric settings. She has prior experience of working with the adult population with a variety of upper extremity conditions and injuries. Carlie completed her outpatient pediatric fieldwork at Abil-OT Kids Therapy, gaining hands-on experience and further developing skills. Outside of the clinic, Carlie enjoys attending sporting events with her fiancé, watching Disney movies, and traveling to new places.

Staci, COTA/L

Staci is a passionate Occupational Therapy Assistant who graduated from Pitt Community College in Greenville, NC. She enjoys using play as a means to facilitate confidence and independence while working towards the goals of children with all abilities. Staci strives to tailor sessions to each kid making it a positive and motivating experience for both the kids and their families. Outside of work, Staci enjoys time with her family and friends and watching new movies.

Amanda, COTA/L

Amanda is a licensed, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. She graduated from Pitt Community College where she gained clinical experience in acute care, inpatient rehab, and school-based therapy. She served in the United States Army for five years and that is where she ended up discovering her passion for Occupational Therapy. Amanda always knew she wanted to work with kids, but her passion grew after volunteering at a handwriting camp and hemiplegia camp while in school. She values collaborating with families because she knows it’s vital for maximizing carryover and aides in helping a child reach their full potential. She strongly believes in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship with a child. It allows them to build trust and feel safe, so they feel empowered to try new things and engage in activities to help them reach their goals. Amanda is from Pennsylvania but moved to North Carolina in 2020. She lives in Clayton with her husband and young son. In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with family, go on hikes, and be outdoors.

Janine, COTA/L

Janine is a licensed and certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and certified educator in infant massage, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and an Applied Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. She has a diverse background working in home, community, and clinical settings with children who have developmental delays, autism, cerebral palsy, sensory processing disorders, and more. She employs a holistic approach, tailoring interventions to each person’s unique motivations to ensure they are both encouraging and appropriately challenging. This approach enhances a child’s ability to play, participate, and achieve their full potential, which she finds deeply rewarding.

Jenny, COTA/L

Jenny is a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant with nine years of experience in empowering children and their families to reach their fullest potential. Her passion shines through her expertise in feeding therapy, where she utilizes a responsive feeding approach to foster both skill development and growth. Outside the clinic, Jenny enjoys exploring parks with her husband, daughter, and their dog.

Amber G, COTA/L

Amber’s journey into occupational therapy began after her own child received services, sparking a passion that led her to earn an Applied Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from Durham Community College. She believes that forming a strong, trusting relationship with each child is key to effective therapy, as it helps them feel at ease, explore their surroundings, and stay motivated. Amber’s diverse experience includes working in pediatric outpatient clinics and daycares, addressing challenges like autism, ADHD, Anxiety, ODD, and more. She values a child-led approach and a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic and client-centered care. Amber currently lives in Smithfield with her family and two dogs. She enjoys testing out new restaurants, drawing, and relaxing by a campfire.

Brittany, COTA/L

Brittany is a highly passionate and skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant. Brittany is passionate about working with children and their families to help a child reach their full potential and thrive in their daily life. Brittany has experience working with various age groups and diagnosis such as Autism, hemiplegia, developmental delays, Down Syndrome, sensory processing disorder and feeding. She believes in a holistic approach that includes building positive relationships with the children that she treats as well as their families. Brittany has certifications in AEIOU, DIR Floortime, Building Blocks for Sensory Integration, Safe and Sound Protocol and many more.

Meghan, COTA/L

Meghan, a certified occupational therapy assistant, discovered her passion for the field while teaching and quickly realized it was her true calling. Meghan has extensive experience working with children aged 2-21 in various settings, addressing challenges like Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, sensory processing issues, visual perceptual, and fine motor deficits, ODD, and Down Syndrome. Meghan has experience with specialized tools such as Weighted Vest, Proprioceptive Vest, and Therapeutic Listening. Meghan has special interest and training in ADHD management strategies. She values close collaboration with families, believing it's crucial for effective therapy. Meghan recently relocated to Clayton with her husband and their son from Long Island, Meghan is enjoying discovering new places and trying out local coffee spots and restaurants. In her free time, she loves traveling, listening to music, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Anika, COTA/L

Anika is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with over four years of experience
working in pediatrics. After graduating from Baptist Health College in Little Rock, Arkansas in 2020, she moved to North Carolina to begin her career. She uses a strength-based approach to help children build confidence and reach their fullest potential through engaging and meaningful activities. Anika is passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment for every child and family she works with.
In her free time, she enjoys spending as much as she can outdoors with her husband and their two cats.

Occupational Therapy

Empowering Children Through Play, Movement, and Skill-Building