Sarah graduated in 2021 from Salem College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Exercise Science. She has always had a passion for working with children. Sarah was introduced to pediatric occupational in her years at Salem which led to her love for the career. She received her master’s in occupational therapy degree from Pfeiffer University in 2023. Sarah joined our PAT Kids team in May of 2024. In her free time, she loves spending time with friends and family and taking her dog (Brew) on new adventures! 

Caleb graduated from Appalachian state university with a bachelors in exercise science, went back to school at Cabarrus College of Health Science for my certification and license. Caleb has worked with the pediatric population over 15 years. Caleb is a big advocate for mental health. Caleb has a wife and two cats who help keep him sane. Outside of his OTA job he competes professionally in disc golf and has created therapy sessions (with his brother) incorporating disc golf and mental health for adults and children. 

Jesse graduated from NC State in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology (go Pack!) and she graduated from Lenior-Rhyne University in 2023 with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (go Bears!). She has a passion for working with the pediatric population, having previously worked with children with autism and their families as a Registered Behavior Technician in the Charlotte area for 3 years. She also has experience connecting families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to the NC Innovation waiver as a Registry Coordinator at an MCO. She counts herself lucky to have completed her fieldwork rotation as a student at P.A.T and to now have the opportunity to work with clients and their families as a pediatric occupational therapist here! One of her favorite parts of the job is getting to celebrate the everyday milestones and little victories with clients and families as progress is achieved!

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Lyndsi grew up in Lincolnton, NC, and graduated with her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She went on to further her education at Wingate University, obtaining a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree. Lyndsi has always been passionate about helping children achieve their goals in fun and creative ways! In her free time, she enjoys playing golf with her husband, traveling to new and exciting places, and snuggling with her fluffy cat Oliver. 

Samantha was born and raised in Charlotte, NC and graduated from East Carolina University with her Bachelor’s in Recreational Therapy. From there she took a couple gap years to get some more clinical experience as a rehab tech in acute care prior to obtaining her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy in December of 2022. Samantha did her final fieldwork rotation as a student with PAT in Huntersville which is where she found a lot of enjoyment in the world of Pediatric OT. In her free time she really enjoys yoga, walking with her dog (Buddy) to their favorite coffee shop in Noda, going on the lake, and hanging out with her friends around Charlotte. 

Kaitlyn graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne University with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.  She has had a strong passion for pediatrics for as long as she can remember!  It has always been her dream to work with children and she loves the meaning behind making play purposeful.  In her free time, Kaitlyn loves taking walks with her husband and our pup (Koda), mountain biking, and playing card games!

Anna Kate is from Sioux Falls, South Dakota and moved to Huntersville shortly before starting at PAT. She attended Arizona State University and the University of Cincinnati where she earned her undergraduate degree in Business Administration. She received her Masters of Occupational Therapy at Lewis University, graduating in 2021. In addition to practicing occupational therapy, Anna Kate is a Registered Yoga Teacher and dance instructor. She loves to incorporate mindfulness and movement breaks into her sessions. Anna Kate is excited to be a part of the PAT team and eager to help kids and their families live with more ease and fulfillment.

Leigh is from Bridgeport, West Virginia and a graduate of West Virginia University’s Occupational Therapy program. In the fall of 2020 she completed her level II fieldwork rotation at PAT where she confirmed her passion for working with the pediatric population. Leigh loves pediatric OT because it helps children and their families become more functional, independent, and successful with their meaningful occupations. Additionally, this profession allows her to be creative, learn new skills, and have fun! When Leigh is not in the clinic, you can find her enjoying the outdoors, having a movie marathon, or indulging in sweets!