Olivia received her undergraduate degree in health sciences from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2023. She completed her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy in 2025 also at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Olivia has experience working in both school and pediatric inpatient settings with children of all ages. She loves connecting with children and bringing creativity into each session to make therapy fun and meaningful. Her areas of expertise include:

Cade earned his Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Saint Mary and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado. He has 3 years of experience working in ABA and has worked with children with autism since 2020. Cade has completed 2 clinical rotations at Acorn, including a 14-week research project on sibling intervention. He is passionate about supporting children with sensory processing differences and helping kiddos meet new fitness goals through building upper extremity strength and coordination. Outside of Acorn, Cade enjoys hiking, camping, reading, and working out. His areas of expertise include:

Kelsey is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and graduate of St. Charles Community College. She previously worked in an early childhood special education center, where she discovered her passion for helping children learn and grow through play. She supports child-led, sensory-rich sessions, and she believes every step forward—big or small—is worth celebrating. Kelsey is passionate about helping children build the confidence and skills they need to succeed in their everyday lives. Her areas of expertise include:

Paige received her undergraduate degree in exercise science, child advocacy studies, and medical humanities from the University of Arkansas. She received her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis and has advanced training in Masgutova Neurosensory Reflex Integration (MNRI). With experience supporting pediatric clients and their caregivers both locally and internationally, Paige works closely with each child’s support team to promote engagement in meaningful activities and ensure skills transfer across settings. She values the holistic approach of occupational therapy for its effectiveness in addressing each child’s unique needs while building on their strengths. Her areas of expertise include:

Jake received his Bachelor of Science in psychology with a minor in biomedical science from Missouri State University. He completed his Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at Midwestern University, during which he researched the effect of physical activity on improving the well-being of adults with intellectual disabilities. Jake has over three years of experience working with kids and young adults with disabilities, including working at a nature preschool, and 38 weeks of fieldwork at Acorn during graduate school. He loves having the opportunity to support kids to reach their greatest potential and live their best lives. His areas of expertise include:

Haley received her undergraduate degree in health services from the University of Southern Indiana, where she also played college volleyball. She then went on to receive her master’s degree in occupational therapy from Indiana State University. Haley has worked in pediatric settings since she graduated, and she has experience with both outpatient and early intervention (First Steps) services. She enjoys working with children and helping them achieve their therapy goals. Her areas of expertise include:

Jamie attended the University of Kansas where she received her undergraduate degree in Speech-Language-Hearing: Sciences & Disorders. She received her master’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from Saint Louis University. She has experience working in middle and high school settings, but enjoys working with younger kids now. When she is not working, Jamie enjoys painting banners and playing Mahjong. Areas of expertise include:

Mary received her undergraduate degree in communication sciences and disorders and her master’s degree in speech-language pathology (SLP) from the University of Mississippi. She has worked for private practices and children’s hospitals with populations from newborn to adults. Mary has extensive training in swallowing diagnostics and school implementations of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). She loves working with children and supporting their families through therapy and beyond. Mary’s areas of expertise include:

Samantha is a speech-language pathologist originally from St. Louis, Missouri. She earned both her Bachelor’s degree and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Tulsa before beginning her professional career in Minnesota. There she worked with children and families throughout the Twin Cities, developing a passion for helping children build communication skills through meaningful, individualized care. She moved back to St. Louis and joined Acorn in 2026. Samantha’s therapeutic approach is rooted in family-centered care, supporting each child’s natural strengths, and using play as a powerful and effective tool for learning. Samantha’s areas of expertise include:

Grace received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from Trine University in 2023. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy also from Trine University in 2025. After completing a clinical experience at Acorn, Grace knew she wanted to be a pediatric physical therapist. She has experience working with children from birth to 21 in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Grace is so grateful for the opportunity to help kids take big steps towards achieving their goals. She looks forward to cheering them on throughout their journeys! Her areas of expertise include:

Andrea received her undergraduate degree in health sciences from University of Missouri-Columbia in 2014. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rockhurst University in 2018. Andrea has experience treating pediatric patients from birth to 21 and has spent her entire career working in various pediatric settings. She is certified to treat clients with various levels of gross motor delay using Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Level A. Her areas of expertise include: