In-Home or Clinic-Based Pediatric Occupational TherapyWellCare Occupational Therapy Specialists make therapy feel more like play. They help children succeed with essential daily activities, like getting dressed, brushing their teeth, writing their name and playing with friends.
Occupational Therapy focuses on a sensory approach, a motor approach or a combination to improve a child's ability to take in and use experiences of touch, taste, sound, sight and movement. Treatment includes play and social skills, incorporating hand strength, grasp, cognition and following directions. Activities are fun and develop skills like hand-eye coordination and improve cognitive skills, social development and the establishment of self-care routines so that children can perform daily tasks more independently. |
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Meet Our Occupational Therapists
Kristen MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapy Team Coordinator Bio
Kristen is originally from Long Island, New York and moved to Colorado Springs in 2020. Kristen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the State University of New York College at Buffalo, an Associate in Applied Science degree (Occupational Therapy Assistant) from Suffolk County Community College, and a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the New England Institute of Technology. Kristen began her career working with adults in skilled nursing facilities. Her passion has always been working with children and she was able to start doing so upon moving to Colorado. Kristen loves working as a pediatric OT because she gets to combine creativity and science to help kiddos discover their strengths and develop their abilities, which is very rewarding to her. Kristen enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and 2 dogs, traveling, being at the beach, learning, and cooking. 
Jasel MS, OTR
Occupational Therapist Bio
Born and raised in South Texas, Jasel knew early on in high school that she wanted to pursue the OT profession. Jasel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science (Pre-OT) with a minor in Psychology and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Jasel has always enjoyed working with the pediatric population as most of her volunteer experience revolved around working with kiddos, especially those with special needs. Through her clinical fieldwork pediatric rotation in outpatient rehab, that further solidified her passion in wanting to pursue her OT career with the pediatric population as she found it be incredibly fun and rewarding. Outside of work, Jasel enjoys hobbies such as weightlifting, reading, traveling, cleaning, gardening, cooking, and spending quality time with her loved ones. 
Angella COTA
Occupational Therapy Assistant Bio
Angella has been a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for five years. Her career began in the hospital setting working with adults with acute care. She moved to Colorado to pursue her journey into pediatrics and continue to increase her knowledge. As a mom of three, she believes she has found her passion in pediatrics. Early interventions allows her to be apart of change, to see progression and happiness within a family and client. She likes to work closely with the families to achieve their goals. She loves being part of the family's village. |
Jason MS, OTR/L
Senior Occupational Therapist Bio
Jason is from Buffalo, New York, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and History from Canisius College in 2008 and his Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from D’Youville College in 2019. He began his career working with individuals with special needs in a residential setting in 2008. This experience helped him better understand the role that traumatic experiences have on children and the challenges related to effectively managing difficult behaviors. In 2009, he used these experiences as a caseworker in the city of Buffalo, providing in-home services to families in crisis. Those he worked with were confronted with an array of difficult challenges such as those related to the impact of developmental disability, mental illness, or chemical dependency. Jason became a certified instructor of tai chi in 2015 and has experience teaching in the community. He is interested in the rehabilitative potential of tai chi as well as the possible benefits granted to those with neurodevelopmental disorders. Occupational therapy has allowed Jason the opportunity to combine his unique background and experiences to support and enrich the lives of those he serves. 
Christiana, COTA/L
Senior Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Bio
Christiana was born and raised in Conroe, Texas. She moved to the Springs during high school and graduated in Fountain. She has 3 adult sons. Christiana became a CNA in 2003 and worked in pediatrics and women’s services in both home health and hospital settings. She earned her Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Pueblo Community College. As a COTA, she has worked in skilled nursing facilities, school districts and in the hospital setting during COVID. She enjoys learning and is constantly taking classes to further her education in the field. She currently has certifications in primitive reflexes, ASD, astronaut training and is pursuing a Handwriting Without Tears certification. She enjoys creating fun activities for treatment sessions. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her sons and volunteering. |
Lindsey MS, OTR/L
Senior Occupational Therapist Bio
Lindsey is originally from Nebraska, where she was born and raised and also attended college. Lindsey earned her Bachelor of Rehab Sciences and Masters in Occupational Therapy from College of Saint Mary in Omaha, NE. Lindsey has also enjoyed an active lifestyle, playing volleyball while at College of Saint Mary, and inspiring her to move to Colorado in 2017 to enjoy more outdoor hobbies. Lindsey has always been interested in pediatric care, and began her career working in local school districts in the Colorado Springs area. Lindsey quickly found herself longing to address needs that extended beyond the classroom. Lindsey transitioned to a more clinic based and home based position in order to assist children with needs across all environments. Lindsey has found a passion in helping children gain functional skills using play as a driving force of therapy. Outside of work, Lindsey can be found playing in the mountains with her husband and dog, hiking, skiing, camping or playing volleyball with friends. 
Adrian OTA
Senior Occupational Therapy Assistant Bio
Adrian is originally from Florida and moved to Colorado for work opportunities. Adrian was introduced to OT by his mother, who is a physical therapist. Growing up with an overall knowledge of the human body and how it works, Adrian was successful in earning his degree from Keiser University (Florida). Adrian enjoys the field of pediatrics because of the rapid rate of growth and development and the ability to help to improve his clients' relationship with their family. Adrian has received training in a variety of specialty areas but works frequently in behavioral interventions. In his free time, Adrian enjoys painting and drawing, DnD, programming, video games, and research. |
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