Occupational therapist
At Joya since 2025
I grew up in Helena, Montana and attended Whitworth University for my undergraduate education. My four years at Whitworth are how I came to know and love Spokane. I chose to pursue occupational therapy because of an experience with my college advisor. His occupational therapist was the only reason he was able to continue to participate in one of his greatest passions – showing his 14 Clydesdales. I saw how much it meant to him to not have to give up something he loved, and I knew I wanted to have this same impact in my future career! I moved to Fort Wayne, IN to complete my education. I especially enjoyed coaching Special Olympics, adapting cars for GoBabyGo, and volunteering at Turnstone (a paralympic training center) while I was in grad school. My favorite part of OT is celebrating the small wins that make big differences in the day-to-day life of families.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Whitworth University
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Huntington University