Meet our TheraPeds pediatric therapists

TheraPeds is home to some of Ohio’s most compassionate, highly-skilled, and dedicated pediatric therapists. Our team is made up of individuals from a wide variety of experiences, specialities, and interests. However, we all have the same goal: to positively impact your child’s life and to support your whole family.

Our pediatric therapy team utilizes play-based activities to engage your child in one-on-one, customized care. We are passionate about helping your child achieve big goals, while celebrating the small victories along the way.

We’re looking forward to meeting you–and in the meantime, get to know us a little bit below!

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Meet our TheraPeds pediatric therapists

Administrative

Renee Bogater
Director of Billing
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I am an accomplished musician
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Season changes
Laura Kucia
Administrative Assistant
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Cedar Point and the parks
Hana Margareten
Human Resources Director
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Our sports teams, Lake Erie and the metroparks

Behavioral Health Therapists

Kaci Janezic
TBS Supervisor (Mental Health Therapist)
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I got to celebrate New Years Eve in Ecuador during a study abroad trip!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? The variety of unique activities and fun places to explore.
Chloe McHale
Qualified Mental Health Specialist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I’ve never broken a bone but I will break into a sprint after seeing a spider.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Cleveland sports events.

Behavior Technicians

Occupational Therapists

Shayna Belle
Occupational Therapy Assistant
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I am a tap dance teacher and enjoy all styles of dance!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love that I get to experience all seasons.
Courtney Dudeck
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I was a majorette in high school, and I currently ride horses in my spare time!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love living near Lake Erie, I go boating with my family in the summer!
Sarah Finkler
Occupational Therapist Assistant
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I was born with hip dysplasia and have had two reconstructive hip surgeries!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Seeing all the seasons in a week! (that was sarcasm!) But honestly, I love getting to have all the seasons!
Amy Luedy
Occupational Therapist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I’ve lived in 6 states: SD, IA, TN, TX, NC, & OH and love them all!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Being amongst family makes it home and our gorgeous protected forests, ledges, and Great Lake are definite perks.
Kathleen Rogers
Occupational Therapist Assistant
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I loved school so very much growing up that I never missed a day from Kindergarten until senior year of high school. In fact, I loved it so much that after high school, I went to college twice for degrees in different fields.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? The balance between farmlands and cityscapes in Northeast Ohio is pretty awesome. I love being able to go pet cows and llamas at my sister’s house one day and stroll the streets of a downtown city to see a concert or eat at a funky restaurant the next.
Silvette Torres
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I love to help those who need it most.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Being close with my family.
Linda Welsh
Occupational Therapist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I once had a pet rat named Ria (actually it was my kids pet but I took care of it). I used to let it crawl and rest in the long sleeves of my shirt.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I am close to family. There is a lot do in all directions.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Makenzy Capouellez
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? My family owns a restaurant in Youngstown and has been open for 23 years and counting!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Living by Lake Erie and having all the seasons!
Amanda Alflen
Speech-Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I grew up as a competitive baton twirler. These days I’m a bernedoodle mom.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I appreciate living somewhere with all 4 seasons. Being from the Youngstown/Warren area, I’m close to both Cleveland and Pittsburgh for the city activities.
Lydia Bias
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I have a green thumb (I have 20+ house plants in my apartment).
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Being near Lake Erie!
Maddy Burkholder
Speech-Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I am currently learning to crochet
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? The beautiful parks and nature
Olivia Cymanski
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I can lick my elbow.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love experiencing all four seasons and enjoying the Metroparks!
Alexis DePasquale
Speech Language Pathologist CF
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I had a foreign exchange student from Northern Ireland in high school and I am planning a trip to go visit her soon!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love being so close to all of the sports teams in Cleveland and attending so many fun events in the city!
Sydnie Firment
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? A fun fact about me that not many people know is that I love to bake and cook. I love to find recipes on Pinterest and cook for my family and friends. I love all things sweets, so you will most likely find me in the kitchen after work!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? My favorite part about living in Ohio, specifically Cleveland, is all the Metroparks around! I love to run in nature and get to experience all the trails and parks in the different seasons.
Atara Gartenberg
Speech-Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I can sing the ABCs backwards faster than almost anyone I know!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love all of the beautiful parks and going sledding when it snows.
Jessica Hayworth
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I love traveling. I’ve been to many different countries and states.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Getting to experience all four seasons.
Ivy Heim
Speech-Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I’ve held an alligator!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? The variety of activities to do and places to visit!
Nora Hernon
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I have ran two half-marathons
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love experiencing the changing seasons
Kayla Holloway
Speech Language Pathologist
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Experiencing all four seasons!
Morgan Hood
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I’ve visited nearly all 50 states and have been to over 25 countries!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Being close to my family and friends.
Colleen Hunter
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I was a Scottish dancer in college (wow, I think even I forgot)
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love the fall and all the beautiful hikes I can find nearby.
Kelsey Kaelin
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I met Josh Allen once & had no idea who he was, oops!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? As a new resident (former Chicago resident for a decade!) I can say I’m loving all of the hikes and parks. My dog, Ralph, and I are having a blast exploring!
Elizabeth Karstedt
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I met Josh Allen once & had no idea who he was, oops!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? As a new resident (former Chicago resident for a decade!) I can say I’m loving all of the hikes and parks. My dog, Ralph, and I are having a blast exploring!
Celeste Lopez
Speech Therapist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I have double jointed elbows!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? We have amazing parks and museums! Growing up Toledo and going to the Toledo Art Museum has really set my expectations high!
Robyn Neely
CF-SLP
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I love traveling! Hiking, relaxing on a beach, trying new foods, seeing new countries, all of it!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Getting to experience all 4 seasons!
Alexa Perry
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I played collegiate volleyball in Louisiana during my undergrad years!
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? My favorite part of living in Ohio is being close to my family and lake days!
Haley Safrin
Speech Therapist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I am the only redhead in my entire family
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Its my first year living in ohio, but my favorite part so far has been getting to experience all four seasons, having great metro parks to go experience as well! Also, big Cleveland Guardians fan 🙂
Abbi Sheldrick
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I was Wendy in my high school’s musical rendition of Peter Pan
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? There’s a lot of big cities to explore
Diana Shraybman
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? not that fun but my go to fact is always that i’m a heritage russian speaker
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? the fall time !! leaves changing colors is a top 5 life experience that not everyone has the privilege to see, and fall in ohio is top tier
Allyson Simonetti
Speech-Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I can kick a field goal at the college level
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I love the restaurants in the Cleveland area
Allie Stong
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I have a twin brother
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? With living in Northwest Ohio, I love being close to Michigan and enjoying the lakes near by.
Megan Taylor
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I love spiders and insects. I’m always photographing interesting critters and want a pet jumping spider.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? I really enjoy living near a fun city like Columbus where there is always something to do do, but also having many opportunities to explore nature. But truly we live in Ohio to be close to family and having my children grow up near their grandparents and extended family is very special.
Morgan VanMeter
Speech Language Pathologist
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? Cleveland- I love visiting the lake and of course cheering for our professional sports teams!
Stephanie Wimsatt
Speech Language Pathologist
What’s something about you (a fun fact) that not many people know? I taught myself how to juggle.
What is your favorite part of living in Ohio? My favorite season is winter, so all the snow we get in Ohio is my favorite part! Although, I don’t have a fondness of driving in it!

Join our pediatric therapy team!

Are you a compassionate and energetic pediatric therapist looking to work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team? Does our mission of Healing communities one child at a time resonate with you? Come work with us! 

At Therapeds, we put people first–and that includes our employees. You’ll be a valued member of our pediatric therapy team that works hard to support children and families, all while supporting each other.

If helping to improve the daily lives of children and their families is your profession and your pleasure, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

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