(She/her)
Executive Director
Emily is an occupational therapist with a deep love for the outdoors. She graduated with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Kean University in 2016. She is an active member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and maintains current board certification through NBCOT. One of her first jobs as an OT was at Special Strides, a therapy practice located on a beautiful farm in New Jersey. It was here that Emily saw the powerful impact that the sensory rich outdoor environment can have on children from all walks of life, and how it can inspire and motivate children (and adults) to grow, develop, and most importantly, have fun! In her professional career, Emily has completed continuing education to specialize in sensory integration and processing and self regulation, as she believes these are the fundamentals for building successful, confident, and strong kids.
Emily believes that everyone should be able to experience adventure and enjoy nature, and strives in her professional and personal life to remove barriers to outdoor spaces and make them more accessible. This concept drove the idea of a non-profit, community based model for providing therapy services in nature. Emily wants kids and families from every corner of Louisville to find the support they need to thrive, especially when that means getting outside and playing together!