Kelly is a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to helping children thrive through creative, collaborative, and family-centered care. She earned her B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from College of Saint Mary. It was early in her undergraduate journey that Kelly discovered OT – a field that aligned perfectly with her dream of working with children through a meaningful and holistic framework. Kelly has experience with NeuroDevelopmental Treatment (NDT) and the DIRFloortime® model. While in graduate school, Kelly also led an extensive project focused on parent education, advocacy, and community support for families navigating chronic and complex conditions. Her sessions are grounded in positivity, playfulness, and a commitment to meeting each family where they are. After working in pediatric home health in Colorado, Kelly is excited to return to her home city of Chicago and be part of the enthusiastic NAPA team!Outside of NAPA, Kelly enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog, Finley, getting together with family and friends, traveling, and staying active. She’s also a proud supporter of her former soccer team — Go Illini!