Aliza Morrison
Aliza Shturman Morrison MOTR/L, is a graduate of University of Texas in Austin earning a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. Aliza continued her education receiving a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy at University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She has practiced occupational therapy for 10 years in various settings, including pediatric outpatient clinics, home settings, schools, and in community activities. Aliza grew up speaking Spanish at home and has been able to serve the Spanish speaking community.
She has studied Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger Institute since 2014. Aliza’s practice for craniosacral therapy includes people of all ages to treat multiple ailments including headaches and migraines, motor-coordination impairments, self-regulation, post-traumatic stress disorder, head banging, sleeplessness, aggressive behavior, seizure activity and sensory processing dysfunction. Completed courses include:
- Craniosacral Therapy 1, 2 & 3
- Brain Speaks 1 & 2
- Visceral Manipulation 1, 2 & 3 with The Barral Institute
- Cranial Nerve Curriculum
Aliza’s occupational therapy practice has a focus on sensory processing, fine and gross motor delay, ocular motor skills, visual tracking, self-regulation, and reflex integration. She has extensive experience treating children with autism, genetic disorders, low muscle tone, handwriting concerns, aggressive behaviors, and poor handwriting. She has taken numerous continuing education courses including:
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Clinical Assessment and Practical Interventions for Praxis: from Ideation to Execution
- Zones of Regulation
- Interactive Metronome
- NeuroNet Learning
- Therapeutic Listening Program
- MNRI Dynamic and Postural Reflex Pattern Integration with Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute
- Conscious Discipline Building Resilient Schools and Homes
- Techniques and Reflexes for Neuro-Development
Andrea Ortiz
Andrea Ortiz, OTD, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with Mapleton OT. She provides early intervention and clinic based services in English and Spanish. Andrea has experience providing occupational therapy services in schools, outpatient pediatrics, and community mental health. She loves working with pediatric clients. Her practice is collaborative, creative, and rooted in affirming neurodiversity. Andrea understands that all families have the right to direct their therapy services in a way that makes sense for them personally.
Andrea’s areas of interest and additional training include:
- Sensory processing and integration
- Fine and gross motor skills
- Neurorehabilitation
Feeding difficulties
Andrea is a graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology with a minor in Education. She completed her doctoral degree for Occupational Therapy at Midwestern University in May 2022.
In her free time, Andrea loves hiking, reading, and spending time with loved ones. She has two dogs and a cat that bring her endless entertainment and joy. She has a regular meditation practice.
April Monroe
April Monroe, COTA/L, is a mother and occupational therapy assistant who received her education in Peublo, Colorado. In addition to her education as an occupational therapy assistant, she also has an extensive education in nutrition, meditation, and is a certified yoga instructor and personal trainer. April draws on her diverse experience for a holistic approach to help the families she works with to find balance.
April has worked with people from all life stages in a variety of settings including schools, assisted living facilities, rehabs, skilled nursing, home health, mental health facilities, and outpatient pediatrics.
April’s expertise includes:
- Sensory processing
- Picky eating
- Emotional regulation
- Reflex integration
- Visual motor skills
Early intervention with April is flexible and adaptable. She knows every family is different and every day is different. April is here to support you on this journey
Andrea Gray
Andrea, COTA/L, completed her Occupational Therapy Assistant studies at Pima Medical Institute Denver in March 2019. She has primarily worked in pediatrics, gaining experience with children from birth to 21 in different settings such as outpatient, in-home, and schools. Currently, she is focusing on early intervention for children and their families from birth to 3 years old. Andrea believes that working in early intervention is crucial for setting children up for success and educating families about available resources. She also serves as the President of the board of directors for Lil’ Dreams, a non-profit dedicated to providing access to therapy and respite services for children and their families, working to improve their quality of life.
Andrea’s expertise includes:
- sensory-related feeding issues
- sensory regulation & processing skills
- fine motor/ gross motor skills
- executive function
- improving independence in activities of daily living skills
- Parent coaching & education on services available to families with children of disabilities
Originally hailing from Massachusetts, Andrea’s journey led her to Auckland, New Zealand, and Southern California before landing in Colorado’s Boulder area. Despite her passion for the ocean, she unexpectedly found solace in the natural splendor of Colorado’s mountains. She devotes a substantial amount of time to outdoor activities with her husband, two sons, and her French bulldog, Stanley.
Sally Brown
Sally Brown is an experienced occupational therapist with more than 30 years of experience working with children and adults in hospital, outpatient, school, and virtual settings. She is passionate about helping children build the skills and confidence they need to participate successfully at home, at school, and in their community.
Sally works with children in areas including fine-motor and visual-motor development, handwriting, sensory processing and regulation, coordination, executive functioning, self-care, and functional independence. Her approach is individualized, practical, and family-centered, with an emphasis on making therapy engaging and meaningful for each child.
Above all, Sally enjoys getting to know each child and family and helping children turn everyday challenges into opportunities for greater confidence, independence, and success.
Alissa Eltabib
Alissa Eltabib is originally from Boulder, Colorado, and holds a master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), along with licensure as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI).
Alissa has worked in early childhood education since 2021, following a career in sales and hospitality. She is passionate about supporting children who have difficulty connecting with others and helping them build confidence, communication skills, and greater independence.
Kim Cassidy
Kim Cassidy, MSOT, OTR/L, completed her Bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Colorado and her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. She has been practicing occupational therapy for over 10 years. She has experience working with children with a variety of developmental, neurological, sensory, visual and motor needs and loves helping children discover what they are capable of through creative, meaningful, and play-based therapy while supporting families through the process.
Kim has a passion for equine-assisted therapy and enjoys combining her occupational therapy background with her love of horses to create meaningful, engaging therapeutic experiences. Her extensive international OT experiences in Latin America have also expanded her perspective on culturally responsive, family-centered care and the importance of meeting each child and family where they are.
Originally from the East Coast, Kim grew up near the beach and has called Colorado home for nearly 20 years. Outside of work, she enjoys cycling, hiking, traveling, photography, being creative, and finding any excuse to get back to the beach. She loves an active lifestyle, new adventures, and spending time with her husband and the people who make life fun.
Kay Hall
Kay Hall is the administrative and billing correspondent for Mapleton OT. With a robust leadership career spanning over a decade, she bridges the gap between healthcare administration and making sure your healthcare journey being as smooth and carefree as possible. She understands that dealing with healthcare and medical bills can sometimes feel overwhelming. Her goal is to remove those administrative hurdles so you can focus on what matters most: your health and well-being.
She is based in Arizona with her husband, two young children, and three cats. She firmly believes three cats is not enough.
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