Meet our team

founder/Occupational therapist

Mylene C

Mylene is a registered Occupational Therapist. After working with infants for over 20 years her passion lead her to start Shining Star Therapy.  Mylene oversees the day to day operations and career development of the Shining Star therapists. Mylene continues to treat and evaluate children in the EI program.

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Linda B

Linda is a registered Speech Therapist. After working in Early Childhood for over 15 years her passion lead her to start Shining Star Therapy.   Linda has vast experience working with pre-school and school age children.  She enjoys helping children from the earliest stages of development. 

Developmental Therapist

Barbara B

Barb has worked with children of special needs for over 40 years, 20 years in Early Intervention.  Barb has extensive training beyond her BSED and MSED in behavioral development, sensory impaired infants, and neuro-developmental approach to pediatric rehabilitation.

Physical therapist

Maria C

Maria has over 15 years of experience working with a wide variety of pediatric clients in home, school, and clinic settings. She enjoys working with other disciplines to take holistic approach during treatment. Maria is an outstanding physical therapist and proud to be part of the SST team.

Occupational Therapist

Kristle C

Kristle is a fun-loving pediatric OT with over 10 years experience as an Early Intervention therapist. Kristle has worked with a number of patients with varying diagnosis such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Spina Bifida.

speech and language pathologist

Karen D

Karen received her EI credentials in 2006.  She has provided therapy in early childhood, skilled nursing facilities, and school.  Karen is an EI evaluator and provides as a mentor.  Karen treats children with autism, sensory deficits, apraxia, articulation/phonological disorders, and dysphagia.

speech and language pathologist

Jennifer G

Jennifer brings over 10 years experience as a Developmental therapist with the Early Intervention program.  Through her vast experience working with children, Jen has become knowledgeable about child development and passionate about having fun with her patients.

speech and language pathologist

Katelyn G

Katelyn is a Speech Therapist with a passion for early childhood pediatric therapy with 10 years experience in her field.  Katelyn has treated a variety of disorders in speech, language, voice, cognition, and fluency.  Katelyn serves as a supervisor and mentor for Shining Star Therapy.

occupational therapist

Johanna G

Johanna is a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist with experience providing therapy to pediatric populations,
including children with sensory processing disorders, autism, Down syndrome, developmental delays, and motor
disorders. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, using play-based interventions, and
educating families to support child development at home.

speech and language pathologist

Lisa M

Lisa is an experienced speech therapist and has served in Early Intervention for years.  Lisa expertise is in feeding, oral motor, apraxia, articulation, sensory integration.  She has trained as an evaluator in ST, AT, and DT, and trained on a variety of AAC device applications

Licensed Clinical Prof Counselor

Angela M

Angela has over 10 years experience as a developmental therapist and LCPC.  She has worked with children with behavior problems, anxiety, and mood disorders, depression and suicidal ideation.  Angela’s philosophy centers on supporting individual needs and empowering the families she serves.

speech and language pathologist

Kellsey O

Kelsey is excited to continue treating children in Early Intervention.  She is dedicated to helping children in the 0-3 age population.  Kellsey has treated a variety of disorders in speech, language, voice, cognition, and fluency.  Her experience has been with Early Intervention and school based children. Kellsey is skilled in developing individualized treatment plans using play based interventions and educating families.

 

speech and language pathologist

Madalyn R

Madalyn is skilled in supporting neurodivergent children, utilizing adaptive teaching methods and fostering inclusive enviroments to promote growth and development. Madalyn is committed to creating a supportive and engaging enviroment for her patients.

Physical Therapist

Veronica R

Veronica has over 16 years of experience working in different clinical
settings. She is committed to providing the best quality care for the
children and families we serve. Veronica is thrilled to be part of
Shining Star Therapy’s amazing team of therapists.

developmental Therapist

Maureen R

Maureen has several years of hands-on experience supervising children in
safe, educational learning environment. She specializes in behavior modification techniques, developmental assessments, and creating individual treatment plans. Maureen excels at communication, empathy, and patience to foster meaningful progress in her clients’ development.

speech and language pathologist

Jessica S

When Jessica’s daughter was born in 2021 and needed early intervention services, it was her therapist who recommended Jessica become a Developmental Therapist. From there Jessica went back to school, got my degree in Early Childhood Education and this year began working as a Developmental Therapist with Shining Star Therapy. She gets tremendous joy out of helping children and working with them, and is excited to work with Shining Star Therapy and the families we serve.  

developmental therapist

Sara S

Since 1994, Sara has continuously taught children under the age of 5.  She works as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher as well as a Developmental Therapist with Shining Star Therapy.  Sara strives to further a child’s development through play and interaction including all members of the family.  She has a B.S. in Early Childhood studies and is currently working towards a degree in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health.

Developmental Therapist

Karen T

Karen brings over 15 years experience in early childhood education.  She has worked in both private and daycare settings as a director and in school districts as a teacher, including special education classrooms.  Karen is accustomed to working with a diverse community and with children who have special needs.

office

Dianne T

Dianne brings 15+ years experience as a therapy business operations manager.  As office manager, she has experience in all aspects of medical office policies and procedures.  Dianne has an in-depth knowledge of insurance claim processing and claim resolution.

speech and language pathologist

Danielle T

Danielle is a SLP whose goal is to provide speech and language, and cognitive rehabilitation service to children in a way that vastly enhances their quality of life.  She has worked with every age population and is especially skilled with cognitive linguistic deficits, communication disorders, and IEP’s.

now hiring

NOW HIRING

We are excited to have exceptional therapist join us at Shining Star Therapy. If you are passionate about treating children in the Early Intervention program, we want to show you how Shining Star Therapy can help grow your career as you treat children.