ASHLEY W.
ASHLEY W.
Ashley W graduated from Touro University Nevada with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2012, alongside her husband. Prior to attending school, she had a strong desire to work in pediatrics with children with special needs and followed her passion. Since graduation, she spent time in Texas, where she is originally from, before settling down in Arizona. She works in both the home and clinic setting and enjoys the wide range of ages she works with, as well as the array of diagnoses she sees. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, crafting, and being active outside with her husband and dog.
MARISSA M.
MARISSA M.
Background/Education:
Marissa is a graduate from Pima Medical Institute in Mesa, AZ. She received an Associates Degree in the Studies of Physical Therapy Assisting in July of 2019. She then obtained her PTA License in November of 2019. She is eager to pursue her dream of helping children grow and thrive throughout their lives.
What you love about working with children:
Her love for working with children began at a young age. She grew up going to the Boys & Girls Club in Scottsdale, AZ, where she later began working at age 15. She loved working in the Gym & Games room, creating games and activities for the different age groups (5-12). She loves to see kids smile when she helps them succeed at something that challenged them.
Personal Interest/Hobbies:
Marissa’s hobbies include: cooking, baking and hoop dancing. She has been baking since she was young and absolutely loves to bake cupcakes (especially creating unique decorations). She picked up hoop dancing after watching someone perform at a music festival. She says that hoop dancing is a form of meditation for her, and a way to disconnect from the world, as well as a beautiful way to express her emotions through music.
MIRIAM R.
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MIRIAM R.
Miriam received her associate degree as a Physical Therapists Assistant from Gateway Community College. Although she enjoys working with people of all ages, from the beginning of her career, her heart has been set in working in pediatrics. Miriam has a passion for assisting children discover their full potential in a fun learning environment. She enjoys working with children treating a variety of diagnosis, including ADHD, autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and many others. Everywhere she goes, Miriam hopes to continue to be an advocate for children from all ethnic groups and disabilities. Outside of work, she adores being a dog mom to her poodle, Yoshi, and occasionally hiking, emphasis on “occasionally”.