Our Therapists and Staff
Our Extraordinary Team
Want to know why Craig opened Cheshire Fitness Zone? Find out in his exclusive Employee Spotlight! Craig attended Thomas Jefferson University and has been practicing since 1996. He opened Cheshire Fitness Zone on January 1, 2001. Craig is an adjunct professor at Quinnipiac University, Department of Physical Therapy. In his spare, time Craig enjoys spending time with family, hiking, biking and skiing. Craig has also led a group of physical therapy and occupational therapy students to Guatemala to provide therapy services to people in need for the past two years and has participated in Skiers Unlimited for the past 20 years, a program that teaches children with special needs to snow ski.
Kristen attended Quinnipiac University. She enjoys working with children across diagnoses because each child presents in their own unique way, and she values tailoring treatment to help each child maximize their potential. Kristen is especially passionate about treating sports injuries in young athletes and also enjoys working with the birth to three population and children with neurological conditions. She is trained in the use of the Universal Exercise Unit (therapy cage) and has pursued ongoing continuing education in sports injury management, adaptive equipment, school-based therapy, torticollis, and leadership and management. Kristen thoroughly enjoys making connections with the patients and families she works with. Outside of work, she loves watching her own children play the sports they’re passionate about and enjoys reading when she gets a quiet moment.
Jessica attended Eastern Connecticut State University and Naugatuck Valley. She has been a member of Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2008. Jessica really enjoys the problem solving involved in toe walking gait abnormalities. In her spare time Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hanging with their dogs, Bonnie, Clyde and their growing family of goats. She is a music lover and Zumba Fitness Class Teacher. Jessica also belongs to a book club and enjoys listening to educational podcasts. Want to learn more about Jessica? Check out her exclusive employee spotlight interview!
Amanda attended Sacred Heart University and has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since the beginning of her career as a Physical Therapist in 2012. She specializes in Aquatic Therapy, Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy and is a Children’s Yoga Instructor. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, hiking, bike riding, going to the beach, teaching graduate students at Sacred Heart and cheering for the Patriots! Get a glimpse into Amanda’s day-to-day: check out her exclusive employee spotlight interview now!
Katherine attended Norwalk Community College and has been practicing since 2015. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, bike riding and running.
Stephanie attended The University of Hartford and has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since becoming a Physical Therapist in 2015. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys hiking, running and spending time with her family.
Valerie attended Quinnipiac University for her undergraduate and Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2021 and in her spare time, enjoys exercising, exploring new places, and spending time with family and friends!
Michelle attended the University of Connecticut. Her treatment interests include early intervention and early childhood gross motor development. She has been practicing physical therapy for over 20 years and enjoys working with infants through early adolescence, with a focus on gross motor milestone development. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, running, skiing, and watching her UConn Huskies.
Stefanie attended Quinnipiac University. She is passionate about supporting children with developmental delay and neurological needs. She is DMI A and B certified and Universal Exercise Unit certified and is especially passionate about using the UEU and reflex integration. Stefanie likes incorporating techniques from all of her trainings into each session. Outside of work, she enjoys crafts, exercise, and spending time with friends and family.
Marissa graduated from the University of Hartford. She is a physical therapist who enjoys treating children with a wide variety of diagnoses, concerns, and needs. She has a growing interest in pediatric pelvic floor therapy and currently supports children with bowel and bladder concerns. Marissa has completed Level 1 training in pediatric pelvic floor therapy and enjoys getting to know families while watching children grow as they move through therapy across different stages of life. Outside of work, she enjoys walking and hiking, crafting and painting, baking, and has recently gotten into snowboarding.
Kaitlyn graduated from Quinnipiac University and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023.
Kaitlyn supports children across a variety of motor needs and especially enjoys supporting children with neurological differences and developmental delays. She enjoys helping children build strength, mobility, and confidence through individualized care. Kaitlyn is Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Level C certified and trained in the Universal Exercise Unit. Outside of work, she enjoys working out, reading, spending time with family and friends, and going to the beach.
Annie attended Washington University in St. Louis for undergraduate studies and Northwestern University for the physical therapy program. She is passionate about supporting children with developmental delays and neurological differences. Her treatment interests include aquatic therapy, gross motor skill development, gait training, and balance development. Annie has completed Total Motion Release TOTS Level 1 (September 2023) and Adaptive Swim Whisperers Certification Level 1 (April 2024). She enjoys collaborating with children and their families to develop a plan to support concerns related to development, mobility, and participation in physical activity. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and young daughter and shared that becoming a parent has given her a new perspective on supporting patients and families. She also grew up as a dancer and loves any chance to use her dance skills at work or at home.
Becca graduated from Russell Sage College and has been practicing since 2022. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023. In her spare time, Becca enjoys spending time with family and friends, going for walks, and completing puzzles, (1000+ pieces the harder the better)!
Mikaela graduated from Sacred Heart University. She is a physical therapist who supports children with developmental delays, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. She is trained in DMI Level A and B and the Universal Exercise Unit. Mikaela enjoys working with families, coworkers, and vendors to provide well-rounded and quality care for patients. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and spending time with friends and family.
Brianna attended Naugatuck Valley Community College. She is a physical therapist assistant and therapist assistant lead. She is DMI Level C certified and also certified in cupping. Brianna’s passion is working with all kids, no matter who they are or what abilities they have. Her treatment interests include gross motor skill development, neurological conditions, and manual therapy. Outside of work, she enjoys eating, lifting weights, and spending time with friends and family.
Lauren attended Quinnipiac University. She is passionate about supporting children with sports-related needs, developmental delays, and Down syndrome. Her treatment interests include sports injuries, post-op care, balance and coordination, gross motor skills, torticollis, and plagiocephaly. Lauren loves celebrating all types of milestones, including those related to PT goals or life in general. Outside of work, she enjoys exercising, reading, traveling, and spending time with friends, her husband, and her mini aussie, Chai.
Annaliese attended Naugatuck Valley Community College (NVCC). She is interested in pelvic floor therapy and lists pelvic floor therapy as both a treatment interest and specialized training area. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and spending time with her daughter.
Angelique attended Quinnipiac University. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and diagnoses and values that Cheshire Fitness Zone allows her to do so. Her treatment interests include improving gross motor skills, balance, and coordination, and she especially enjoys supporting patients with torticollis and neurological conditions. She has experience working with the scoliosis population using the Schroth method and hopes to become Schroth certified this year. Angelique loves personalizing treatments by incorporating activities patients enjoy and feel motivated by. One of her favorite parts of working with the pediatric population is seeing the joy on patients’ faces when they are having fun or accomplish something new. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, and singing and playing piano and guitar.
Teagan attended the University of Hartford. She has experience treating a wide range of pediatric patients and often supports children with developmental delays, neurological differences, cerebral palsy, and genetic conditions. Teagan is Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Introductory Level C certified and Universal Exercise Unit (UEU) trained. She takes a holistic approach to treatment, focusing on each child’s individual needs while having fun and building meaningful relationships with kids and their families. Outside of work, she enjoys working out, golfing, spending time with friends and family, and traveling.
Kelsey attended the University of Hartford for undergraduate and graduate school. She is a physical therapist who works with children with a wide range of needs and often supports children with developmental delays, torticollis, and neurological diagnoses. She is especially passionate about gross motor skill development and helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence. Kelsey is DMI Introductory Level B certified and certified in the use of the Universal Exercise Unit. She enjoys getting to know both children and their families and celebrates every milestone along the way. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crocheting, taking long walks with her dog, and exploring new places.
Sara attended Springfield College. She enjoys supporting infants with developmental delays and has a strong interest in aquatics. Her treatment interests include gross motor skills and aquatic therapy, and she holds a DMI A certification. Outside of work, she enjoys going line dancing, reading, sitting by the fire, going for walks, and spending time with family and friends.
Tiffany graduated from Quinnipiac University for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She joined CFZ in 2025! In her spare time she enjoys spending time with friends and family, going to the beach, traveling, and finding new cafes for coffee and matcha!
Kelly attended Marquette University. She is a physical therapist who works with children with a wide range of needs and especially enjoys working with babies with torticollis and developmental delays, including NICU graduates. She also supports children with neurological disorders such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and muscular dystrophies. Kelly enjoys getting to know patients and families and bringing laughter and connection into each session. Outside of work, she enjoys running and exercising, reading, baking, and spending time with family and friends.
Cathy earned her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College and holds additional certifications through Trinity Seminars in Osteopathic and Orthopedic Manual Therapy. She is also certified in Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Treatment through the NDTA and is an Accredited Clinical Instructor. Cathy has been practicing physical therapy since 1982 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024. Outside of work, she enjoys country, smooth, and Latin dance, singing in her church choir, prayer and spiritual development through her Lay Carmelite vocation, reading spiritual books, spending time with her grandchildren, and working out.
Anneliese Sensini supports children with many different needs and has a special interest in torticollis, developmental delays, autism, and pediatric pelvic health concerns, including challenges related to constipation, toilet training, and bowel and bladder function. Her treatment interests include pre-walking skills, torticollis, and pelvic floor/pelvic health. Anneliese tailors therapy to each child’s personality and needs, helping them feel confident and comfortable while making sessions fun and engaging. She also focuses on practical home and community carryover, offering families clear strategies that fit into daily life. Outside of work, she enjoys the outdoors, especially the beach,traveling, running and walking for exercise, and relaxing with a good book.
Amy attended the University of New Hampshire and has been practicing for over 20 years. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2009. Her specialties include Feeding, Therapeutic Listening, SI Certification, and Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy. In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to new places, exercising, being outdoors and reading.
Jennifer is the occupational therapy department manager at Cheshire Fitness Zone and has been practicing occupational therapy since 2000. She attended Quinnipiac University and has been part of the Cheshire Fitness Zone team since 2012. In addition to her leadership role at CFZ, Jennifer is also a part-time faculty member at Quinnipiac University.
She works closely with clinicians and families to support high-quality care across the occupational therapy department and values collaboration with caregivers to maximize therapeutic outcomes. Jennifer also has a strong interest in feeding therapy and has completed coursework focused on picky eating, oral motor skills, and transitioning to solid foods.
Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys going to the beach, spending time with her two daughters, and visiting family and friends in her home state of Rhode Island.
Katie attended the University of New Hampshire and has been practicing since 2006. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2012 and currently oversees the school-based therapy division. In her spare time, Katie enjoys spending time with friends and family, CrossFit, going to concerts, gardening, and DIY projects.
Bianca attended Ithaca College and has been practicing since 2007. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2013. Bianca specializes in feeding and ages birth to 5 and is a Certified Lactation Counselor. In her spare time, Bianca loves running, yoga, rock climbing and being outside with her family! Want to learn more about Bianca’s feeding therapy role? Click here to watch her Employee Spotlight!
Lori attended the University of New Hampshire and has been practicing for over 25 years. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2012.
Lori supports children with a wide range of needs and has a special interest in working with children with neurological disorders and visual processing deficits. Her clinical interests include visual processing and primitive reflex integration, helping children develop stronger functional skills for learning and everyday activities. Outside of work, Lori enjoys being outdoors, playing tennis, and spending time with friends and family.
Alex attended the University of Scranton and has been practicing since 2015. She is an occupational therapist who works with children with a variety of needs and especially enjoys supporting children with autism and feeding difficulties. Her clinical interests include feeding concerns and fine motor skills. She is a Certified SOS Feeding Therapist and focuses on building trust, safety, and positive experiences around food. Alex enjoys helping children have fun interacting with food while gaining confidence as they explore new foods at their own pace. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her son and newborn baby girl, trying different foods, and staying active.
Amanda attended Springfield College and has been practicing since 2016. She is an occupational therapist who supports children with developmental delays and neurological differences. She is especially interested in working with children with neurological differences to help establish functional motor patterns and also enjoys supporting sensory processing development and providing feeding therapy services for picky eaters and children transitioning to solid foods. Amanda has completed NDT training and additional training in various feeding therapy approaches. She enjoys working with and supporting the entire family and currently serves as the Guilford site supervisor and site lead. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her son, daughter, and their boxer, Jameson, as well as reading, crafting, and baking.
Julie attended Quinnipiac University and has been practicing since 2014. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2017 and specializes in feeding therapy. In her spare time, Julie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new places, and going to the beach in the summer.
Michelle graduated from CCSU with bachelors in English as she wanted to be a teacher but was then introduced to Occupational Therapy and received her Associated from Lincoln College of New England. She has been practicing since 2015 and has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2018. Michelle is excited to learn all that Cheshire Fitness Zone has to offer and eventually work more in helping kids who have difficulty with feeding. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, baking and babysitting her 5-month old niece.
Allison attended the University of Southern Maine.
Allison supports children with a wide range of needs and has a special interest in working with children with neurological disorders, cerebral palsy, genetic conditions, Down syndrome, autism, developmental delays, and visual impairments. Her clinical interests include aquatic occupational therapy, visual impairments, reflex integration, fine motor skills, and activities of daily living (ADLs). Allison has completed extensive pediatric continuing education, including aquatic therapy and visual dysfunction training, and holds a certification as a Level 1 Adaptive Swim Whisperers provider. She values teamwork across disciplines and works closely with families, therapists, school teams, and community providers to support progress and independence. Outside of work, Allison enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her family and dog.
Beth attended Hofstra University and is interested in feeding therapy and sensory integration. She is interested in music, photography, beach trips and travel!
Sara attended Lincoln College of New England. She works in school-based services and also provides a few clinic hours. Sara has been working in a BCBA-supported classroom for children with autism, and it has become her passion and strength. She also has significant experience supporting students with developmental delays. She enjoys using a multidisciplinary approach and providing functional interventions, especially for children with an ASD diagnosis, and likes incorporating daily living skills into sensory-based activities. Sara completed an autism training program and would like to complete additional training in feeding therapy. What she loves most is making an impact on a family’s daily life and helping reduce stress around everyday routines like brushing teeth and getting dressed. Outside of work, she is a huge music fan and supports live music whenever she can. She also enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending summers swimming, camping, and growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers. When she retires, she plans to open a deli called 5S – Sara’s Soup Salad and Sandwich Shoppe!
Brittney is an occupational therapist who serves as a supervisor, site lead, and engagement coordinator. She supports children with a wide range of needs and often works with children with autism, developmental delays, ADHD, and genetic conditions. Her clinical interests include sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, activities of daily living, self help skills, and feeding. She is SOS feeding trained and has completed many continuing education courses focused on self regulation, sensory processing, and attention skills. Brittney enjoys collaborating with families to promote independence, confidence, and quality of life. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking new recipes, trying new restaurants, hiking with her dog, and attending motorsport racing events.
Kyeana attended Quinnipiac University for her Bachelors and Masters Degrees. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2021 and is excited to continue learning and growing at CFZ. Kyeana is interested in feeding therapy and hopes to work with children who have difficulties with feeding. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, hanging out with friends and family, cuddling her two dogs, and trying new activities.
Kiia atteneded Goodwin University and is interested in sensory integration. In her spare time, she enjoys doing crafts, online shopping, spending time with friends and family and making memories with her kids!
Mikayla attended Husson University for her undergraduate and graduate degrees. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the beach, baking, spending time with family and friends, and traveling.
Alyssa attended Bay Path University for her Bachelors Degree in Health and Human studies before attending Lincoln College of New England where she received her Associates of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistance. She has been practice since 2018, previously working in hand therapy. In her spare time, she enjoys trips to the beach, crafting, baking and spending time with her family. Working with the pediatric population has always been her passion and she looks forward to exploring more feeding therapy and sensory integration.
Sue attended Keuke College and Champlain College. She has been practicing since 2002, and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2021! Sue enjoys outdoor activities, camping, and spending time with friends and family.
Marlee attended Bay Path University and started working at Cheshire Fitness Zone as an Occupational Therapist in 2022. In her free time, Marlee enjoys getting outside for a walk or hike, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends.
Hilary is an occupational therapist and clinical supervisor who has been practicing since 2008 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in October 2022. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut and her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Towson University. She works with children with a variety of needs and has a special interest in feeding therapy. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, eating sweets, practicing yoga, listening to music, and being outdoors.
Karissa earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Quinnipiac University.
Karissa supports children with a wide range of needs and often works with preschool-aged children and children with neurological diagnoses. She focuses on helping families incorporate therapy strategies into play and daily routines, with an emphasis on early fine motor development. Karissa also provides support in the pool and participates in ongoing continuing education related to aquatic therapy. Outside of work, she enjoys running, hiking, and cheering on the Patriots.
Ashley attended Quinnipiac University. She loves seeing her kids grow and make progress toward their goals and enjoys collaborating with families to help them figure out what works best for them. Outside of work, she enjoys running marathons, going to Disney, spending time with family and friends, and reading a good book.
Lizzy attended the University of Connecticut for undergraduate studies and Sacred Heart University for graduate school. She supports children across the lifespan and enjoys supporting families throughout the therapy journey. She works with all diagnoses and has a particular passion for supporting children with autism and developmental delays. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, visiting new restaurants, and playing with her dogs.
Amanda attended CCSU with a Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science and graduated from Goodwin University with an Associate’s in OTA. Amanda joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in April of 2022. In her spare time, Amanda enjoys singing and listening to music, playing with her dog named Ollie, and spending time with friends and family.
Erin earned her bachelor’s at the University of Saint Joseph and her Doctorate from Murphy Deming College. She has been practicing since 2022, and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023! In her spare time, she likes to crochet, bake, and cuddle with her cats (Elliott and Oliver)!
Hannah earned her bachelor’s degree from UCONN and master’s degree from Bay Path University. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024! In her free time, she enjoys reading, shopping, spending quality time with friends and family, watching basketball (go UCONN!), and traveling to Florida.
Delaney received her undergraduate degree from Randolph College and her graduate degree from Brenau University. She has been practicing since 2022 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023. In her spare time, she likes to shop, refurbish furniture, play card games, and try new restaurants!
Meghan graduated from Springfield College for her undergraduate degree and Bay Path University for her graduate degree. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024, and has been practicing since 2021! In her free time, she enjoys swimming, biking, running, surfing, and walking on the beach! She also likes to hang out with friends and explore new places!
Brittani received her undergraduate and graduate degree from Bay Path University. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024! In her free time, she enjoys hiking, pilates, reading, crocheting, and cooking!
Sarah earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Utica University. She supports children with a wide range of needs and often works with children with autism, developmental delays, ADHD, and genetic conditions. Her treatment interests include sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, activities of daily living, and self-help skills. She has completed continuing education courses focused on self-regulation, sensory processing, and attention skills and focuses on regulation as the foundation while helping children develop tools that carry over into daily routines. Outside of work, she enjoys being with her family, spending time with friends, and relaxing with a good show.
CaraMarie received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Quinnipiac University. She has been practicing since 2006, and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024! In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, gardening, spending time with her husband and children, and reading!
Kelly attended The Sage Colleges. She enjoys supporting children with developmental delays, cerebral palsy, autism, and genetic or neurological disorders. Her treatment interests include fine motor skills, handwriting and cursive, sensory processing, emotional regulation, life skills, eye-hand coordination, and reflex integration. She follows the child’s lead and their interests and enjoys incorporating what they love into sessions. Outside of work, she enjoys listening to podcasts, watching movies, and playing Dungeons and Dragons.
Molly went to Quinnipiac University for both her undergraduate and graduate degree. She joined the CFZ team in 2025! Outside of work, she loves to do artsy activities such as baking and DIY crafting. She also enjoys going for walks by the beach, picking up new hobbies, and spending time with her friends and family!
Colleen attended Quinnipiac University. Her treatment interests include primitive reflex integration, praxis and sensory processing, and fine motor skills. Outside of work, she enjoys reading in her down time, playing tennis when it’s warm out, and riding horses when she can.
Jessica graduated from Central Connecticut State University for her bachelor’s degree, and Housatonic Community College for her Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assisting. She has been practicing since 2015, and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025! In her spare time, she enjoys crafting, reading, listening to music, spending time with her family and friends, and her cats.
Caitlyn went to Quinnipiac University for both her undergraduate and graduate degree. She joined the CFZ team in 2025! Outside of work, she loves spending time with friends & family, cooking and baking, going on walks, and crafts!
Heather graduated from the University of Hartford for her bachelor’s degree and Bay Path University for her master’s degree. She has been practicing since 2018, and joined CFZ in 2025! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, playing with their three dogs, crafting, and hiking!
Maeve attended American International College and has been practicing occupational therapy since 2018. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025 and enjoys working with children to support their functional skills and independence. Outside of work, Maeve enjoys spending time with friends and family and hiking with her dogs.
Emily earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science at Southern Connecticut State University and her associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting at the New England Institute of Technology. She has been practicing since 2022.
Emily works with children with many different needs and often supports children with autism, developmental delays, and genetic conditions. She enjoys helping children build independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) while strengthening fine motor skills and visual-motor skills, and developing tools for sensory processing and emotional regulation. Emily uses a play-based, child-led approach, creating engaging sessions that build real-life confidence and functional skills. Outside of work, she enjoys Pilates, traveling, crafts, and spending time with family and friends.
Erin attended Springfield College for both her undergraduate degree in 2023 and her graduate degree in 2024. She joined CFZ in 2025! In her spare time, she enjoys running, going to exercise classes, practicing yoga, spending time with friends and family, and visiting local craft stores.
Jackie attended Quinnipiac University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Science and her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. She joined CFZ in 2025! Outside of work, she enjoys being with her family, especially her niece and nephews, spending time with friends, walking her dogs, and relaxing with a good show.
Eryn Murtagh supports children across a variety of needs and especially enjoys supporting children with autism and developmental delays. She is passionate about sensory processing, emotional regulation, and sensory-based feeding, with an approach that prioritizes play-based, meaningful, and creative therapy. Eryn emphasizes regulation as the foundation for skill-building and helps children develop tools that carry over into daily routines. She has training in sensory integration through Therapeeds Practical Sense in Sensory Integration. Outside of work, Eryn enjoys crafts, hiking, making polymer clay jewelry, and spending time outdoors.
Erin attended Springfield College for both her undergraduate degree, completed in 2023, and her graduate degree, completed in 2024. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025. Outside of work, Erin enjoys listening to music, going on walks, attending barre classes, reading a good book, and spending time with friends and family.
Beverly earned her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from UMass Amherst and her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Bay Path College. She has been practicing occupational therapy since 2010 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2026. Outside of work, Beverly enjoys spending time with her family, watching her sons play soccer, exercising both indoors and outdoors, playing games and cards, reading, catching up with friends, and relaxing on the couch with her pets.
Raleigh attended Ithaca College and has been practicing occupational therapy since 2018. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024 and enjoys working with children to support their development and independence. Outside of work, Raleigh enjoys hiking, reading, playing with her daughter, and going to the beach.
Olivia completed her undergraduate studies in Physiology and Neurobiology at the University of Connecticut and earned her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Sacred Heart University. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys cooking new recipes, spending time with family and friends, skiing, and watching UConn basketball.
Stephanie supports children across a variety of needs and has a special interest in working with children with autism, sensory processing differences, and developmental delays. Her treatment interests include sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine motor and visual-motor development, handwriting readiness, and life skills that build functional independence. Stephanie uses creative, play-based therapy to keep sessions motivating while helping skills carry over into everyday routines. She has a minor in ASL and places a strong emphasis on collaboration with caregivers. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants, and staying active in the community.
Shannon is an occupational therapist who works with children with a wide range of needs and especially enjoys supporting children with autism, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, neurological differences, and genetic conditions. Her clinical interests include fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual motor integration, and visual perceptual skills. She loves collaborating closely with children and families to support and build on each child’s strengths in a fun and supportive environment. Outside of work, she enjoys playing with her dogs, doing arts and crafts, reading, and spending time outdoors.
Olivia is an occupational therapist whose clinical interests include life skills, sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and executive functioning. She enjoys helping children develop practical tools that support independence and confidence across daily routines. She completed her undergraduate studies in Physiology and Neurobiology at the University of Connecticut and earned her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Sacred Heart University. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking new recipes, skiing, watching UConn basketball, and doing puzzles.
Kimberly attended Southern Connecticut State University and has been a Speech-Language Pathologist since 2003. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2008, specializing in feeding and oral motor. Kim is also PROMPT trained. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her family.
Ali attended Southern Connecticut State University where she received a B.S. in Communication Disorders and the University of Rhode Island where she received a M.S. in Speech Pathology.
Ali works with children with many different communication needs and often supports early language development, AAC, fluency/stuttering, pragmatic language, and gestalt language processing. She uses a play-based, child-led approach focused on meaningful connection and real-life communication. Ali is PROMPT trained, trained in gestalt language processing, and has myofunctional training. Families appreciate her collaborative style and the way she builds strong relationships while helping children make steady progress. Outside of work, Ali enjoys exploring new coffee shops with her husband, caring for houseplants, and spending time in bookstores.
Hannah attended Southern CT State University and has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2015. She is Hanen certified in the More Than Words program. In her spare time she enjoys hiking and going to the beach! Hannah was lucky enough to know she wanted to pursue a career in Speech and Language Pathology when she was in highschool. Find out more about her and why she knew this at such a young age at her Employee Spotlight video!
Kaitlin received her B.A. from The Ohio State University and her M.A. from the University of Cincinnati.
Kaitlin works with children with many different communication needs and has a special interest in early language development, especially in the birth to three population, and also supports children who benefit from AAC. Kaitlin is known for her play-based therapy style and enjoys partnering with families as children build foundational communication skills. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, board games, video games, spending time with her family, and hanging out with her two bunnies.
Alicia attended Sacred Heart University for her masters degree. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2020. Alicia is interested in expressive/receptive language intervention and articulation. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, shopping, watching movies, and reading.
Emily attended Springfield College for her bachelors degree and Sacred Heart University for her masters degree. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2020 and specializes in Autism spectrum disorders. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, and paddleboarding.
Jill Rosoff attended UConn for her Bachelors degree and received her Masters degree at MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston. She has been practicing since 2018 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2021. Jill loves scrapbooking, cooking, traveling, hiking, playing with her nephews, and spending time with her friends and family!
Kristina graduated from Southern Connecticut State University for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. She has been practicing since 2016, and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024! In her free time, she enjoys reading, exercising, hiking, spending time with her 2 cats, and going to the beach!
Jenifer attended Loyola University. She specializes in treating children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental delays, with a focus on early intervention and supporting children with limited or non-verbal communication as they learn how to communicate. Jenifer has held specialty certification in Child Language and Language Disorders. She uses both play-based/naturalistic approaches and structured direct instruction, and she believes play is the conduit for improving communication with very young children. She also emphasizes functional communication skills that help children access what they want and need using words and communication tools that matter in daily life. Outside of work, she sponsors children in Mexico and Haiti through her church and has taken missionary trips to both countries. She hikes in Connecticut with her dog, enjoys yoga, and often travels to Puerto Rico, California, and Maryland to visit her children and grandchildren.
Ledia attended Southern Connecticut State University for her undergraduate and masters degree. She has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2022. In her spare time, Ledia enjoys time in nature, climbing, biking, knitting, trivia, and doing yoga.
Kasia started working at Cheshire Fitness Zone in February 2022. She went to Penn State University for undergrad and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and graduated in December 2017. She attended graduate school at Hofstra University and received her Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology and graduated in May 2020. Outside of work she enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends in her free time.
Caitlyn earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Southern Connecticut State University.
Caitlyn supports children with a wide range of speech and language needs and has a special interest in AAC, gestalt language processing, and feeding therapy. She has experience supporting children with autism, Down syndrome, and other genetic conditions, and focuses on helping children communicate functionally and express their wants, needs, and feelings. Caitlyn is certified in myofunctional therapy and has feeding therapy training, including support for children transitioning to solid foods. At home, she’s kept busy by her cats, Benny and Moby.
Matthew attended Southern Connecticut State University. Matt supports children with a variety of needs and is especially interested in working with children with autism and reading impairments. Matt’s treatment interests include articulation and literacy/phonological awareness. Matthew enjoys collaborating with caregivers and providing tips and strategies to help clients be successful across settings. Outside of work, Matt enjoys movies, reading, anime and cartoons, astrology, mental health topics, music, and podcasts.
Kim earned her bachelor’s from Lehman College and master’s from Emerson College. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023! In her spare time, she enjoys reading, shopping, knitting, and crocheting.
Samantha earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Southern Connecticut State University. She began practicing in 2020 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2022! In her free time, she enjoys reading, working out, and spending time with family and friends!
Liz graduated from University of Connecticut for her undergraduate degree and Southern Connecticut State University for her graduate degree. She has been practicing since 2017, and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, hiking, baking, reading!
Annie attended Sacred Heart University. She is passionate about supporting children with autism, gestalt language processors, and genetic conditions. Her treatment interests include early language development, play skills, and social pragmatics. Annie especially enjoys supporting children ages 18 months to 3 years during early language development and loves that crucial stage when language is rapidly growing. She values modeling rich language through play in a way that feels fun, natural, and meaningful for families. Outside of work, she enjoys arts and crafts, driving Miranda her convertible, and spending time with her husband and cats Minnie and Scooter.
Lilly earned her undergraduate degree from UConn and her graduate degree from Southern Connecticut State University. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024! In her spare time, she enjoys reading, hanging out with her three cats, traveling, and shopping!
Emma graduated from Springfield College for her undergraduate degree and Emerson College for her graduate degree. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2024! In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, hanging out with family and friends, and reading!
Charlene received her undergraduate degree from Southern Connecticut State University and her graduate degree from Ithaca College. She has been practicing since 2021! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, hiking, reading, and enjoying nature.
Taylor received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Southern Connecticut State University. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025! In her free time, she enjoys reading, painting, exercising, and traveling!
Mari received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Southern Connecticut State University. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025! In her free time, she enjoys concerts, baking desserts, traveling and watching movies!
Sara received her undergraduate degree from Springfield College and her graduate degree from the University of New Haven. Before joining us as a CF-SLP, she was a SLP Assistant at CFZ from 2022! In her free time, she enjoys softball and pickleball, spending time with family and friends, exercising, and reading!
Jordan attended Sacred Heart University.
Jordan supports children with many different communication needs and has a special interest in articulation, early language development, and pragmatic (social) skills. Jordan uses an individualized, play-based approach and works closely with families to support communication growth that carries over into everyday life. Jordan enjoys building meaningful connections with children and their families and strives to create a supportive, engaging environment where children feel motivated to learn and grow. Outside of work, Jordan enjoys reading, baking, trying new coffee shops, and spending time with friends and family.
Grace graduated from the University of New Hampshire for her bachelor’s degree and Southern Connecticut State University for her master’s degree.
Grace supports children with a wide range of communication needs and enjoys collaborating closely with families to build confidence and support functional independence in everyday routines. She values teamwork and family-centered care to help children make progress that carries over beyond the therapy room. Outside of work, Grace enjoys traveling with friends and family, spending time outdoors, and staying active through running, swimming, and going to the gym.
Medina graduated from Southern Connecticut State University for both her bachelor’s and master’s degree. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025! In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, spending time with friends and family, and going to the beach!
Natalie graduated from Stockton University and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025! In her spare time she enjoys baking, reading, and hiking!
Katie graduated from Sacred Heart University and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025! In her spare time she enjoys watching sports, going to the beach, and spending time with friends and family!
Amy attended Emerson College for her undergraduate and graduate studies.
Amy supports children with a wide range of communication needs and especially enjoys supporting early intervention, language development, and articulation. She also has a strong interest in gestalt language processing and AAC, helping children communicate more clearly and confidently across settings. Amy has training in gestalt language processing and PROMPT. What she enjoys most is helping children feel understood, those small moments that are really big milestones, and building relationships that make therapy something children look forward to. Outside of work, Amy enjoys reading, painting, biking, taking walks, listening to music, and watching TV.
Liz began practicing in 2019. She received her undergraduate degree from the College of the Holy Cross, earned her graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Connecticut, and completed additional graduate studies in Assistive Technology at George Mason University.
Liz supports children with a wide range of communication needs and has a special interest in working with children with complex communication disorders, including autism, cerebral palsy, and developmental delays. She specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and is passionate about helping each child find the right tools to communicate with confidence. Liz emphasizes strong caregiver collaboration and team training so AAC strategies carry over at home, in school, and in the community. She also provides AAC and assistive technology evaluations, supporting skills like reading, writing, math, and executive functioning for pediatric and adult populations.
Lucille earned her Bachelor of Science in English Secondary Education from Sacred Heart University and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Southern Connecticut State University. She has been practicing as a speech-language pathologist since 1992 and joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2026. In her free time, Lucille enjoys reading, cooking, exercising, happy hours, and spending time with family and friends
Alison earned both her undergraduate and master’s degrees from Southern Connecticut State University and has been practicing as a speech-language pathologist since 2012. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2016 as a per diem clinician, took a break in 2020 when she started her family, and returned for ESY services in 2024. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her kids and husband, lounging with her cat, and traveling to Vermont.
Natalie attended The Ohio State University. She is passionate about supporting children with autism and is also especially interested in early language development and AAC. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, puzzles, and games.
Synthia attended Mercy College. She is passionate about supporting children with autism and neurological differences. Her treatment interests include early language development, gestalt language processing, phonological disorders, and pragmatic language skills. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, raising her three girls, and taking in new scenery.
Shay attended Sacred Heart University where she received her B.A. in Marketing and her Masters in Business Administration. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, trying new restaurants, working out, and the occasional Netflix binge.
Take a deeper look at the group of administrative staff at their employee spotlight, here! Jackie attended Emerson College and has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2001. Her career had been in television, working at Fox TV in Hartford and Media Networks in Stamford. After having her third child, whom was born with a disability, Jackie decided to change careers and met Craig, owner of Cheshire Fitness Zone. Craig pinpointed her child’s delays and provided therapy services to improve these delays. She has grown close to most of the families and children that come through the door. In her spare time, Jackie enjoys shopping, going for morning walks and spending time with her family.
Michelle has been working at Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2002. She started working here in August of 2002 as a part-time billing assistant just a few hours a month and worked her way up to a full-time billing manager. Her background previously has been in the bookkeeping/human resource fields. Michelle has experience in processing A/R, A/P, payroll, human resources and a school secretary, sometimes holding multiple jobs at one time. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys exercising, going for walks and spending time with her family.
Audra attended Branford Hall and has been with Cheshire Fitness Zone since August of 2014. In her spare time, Audra enjoys exercising, cooking and hanging out with friends.
Ambreen has a Bachelors in Political Science and has recently completed a Medical Billing and Coding Certification. In addition to working as a front desk associate, she works as a Paraprofessional in a local school system. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, reading, spending time with family and traveling to different parts of the country.
Maureen is a medical billing and credentialing specialist who supports families by helping them access the care their children need. She enjoys working with families and helping reduce barriers to care by answering billing questions and navigating credentialing processes. She holds credentials as a Certified Professional Coder and Certified Professional Biller. Outside of work, she enjoys starting her day with long morning walks, quilting, crocheting, scrapbooking, reading, and spending time with her children and grandbabies.
Diane attended North Branford and Endicott College in Beverly, Massachusetts. In her spare time, she enjoys photography of all sorts, tending to her multitude of rescue pets, and volunteering with Yalesville Little League junior league as a scorekeeper!
Lindsay Swann joined Cheshire Fitness Zone as a Human Resource Manager in 2023, and has been working in Human Resources since 2011. She graduated from Central Connecticut State University a Business Management Degree with a focus on Human Resources. In her free time, Lindsay likes to spend time with her dogs, hanging out with family and friends, and shopping!
Meghan attended Trident Technical College in Charleston, South Carolina. She provides front desk support and scheduling and enjoys being the first point of contact for families, helping them feel welcome and supported. She values knowing her role helps families feel comfortable while supporting therapists and the overall flow of the clinic. Meghan completed coursework to become certified as a Medical Office Specialist and a Microsoft Office Expert User. Outside of work, she loves to read, go to the movies, bake, play with her new kitty, and spend time with friends and family.
Sue has worked in our billing department since July 2020. She came to us with over 10 years of billing experience. Sue loves to spend time with her large family which includes her husband, 5 daughters, and 14 grandchildren, with number 15 due soon. Most Sundays you can find her cooking for her families weekly dinners. Sue is also active in the Sons & Daughters of Italy club, and also likes to exercise, play golf, and spend time with friends.
Valentina attended LIU. She enjoys supporting families from the moment they first connect with the clinic and throughout their therapy journey. She also enjoys being part of a team that has created a welcoming environment to help families feel confident navigating scheduling, paperwork, and communication. Valentina is bilingual and speaks Spanish and English fluently and can help translate conversations and documents and support families whose primary language is Spanish. Outside of work, she enjoys being a mom, traveling, sports, game nights, and staying active.
Tina attended Sacred Heart University and supports families as a front desk associate and intake specialist. She enjoys helping families feel welcomed, supported, and informed from the moment they walk through the door and throughout their therapy journey. Tina values being a friendly point of connection between families and therapists and loves helping make the process feel smooth and comfortable. Outside of work, she enjoys live music, taking care of houseplants, and spending time with her granddaughter.
Courtney graduated from Dean College. She has been at Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2022. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, baking, gardening, and decorating for the holidays!
Lucy received a certification from American Association of Medical Assistants. She has been at Cheshire Fitness Zone since 2015.Lucy supports families by helping parents and caregivers understand their insurance coverage. She is a Certified Medical Assistant. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and baking.
Cathi graduated from Trinity College. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, hiking, and gardening.
Michaela graduated from Springfield College. She joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2023! In her spare time, she likes to go hiking, do CrossFit, and try new restaurants!
Sarah attended SUNY Cobleskill. She supports families through front desk and scheduling and enjoys being the first person a family speaks with before starting services. She understands families may feel nervous or unsure at the start, and she likes helping them navigate those early steps while creating a welcoming environment where they can relax while their children receive services. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the gym, going on hikes, and spending time with her animals. She also loves watching hockey and was lucky enough to work for a hockey team for ten years.
Rebecca attended Furman University for her undergraduate degree and currently attends University of New Haven for her graduate degree! She joined CFZ in 2025. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and going to concerts.
Valentina is the scheduling coordinator at Cheshire Fitness Zone’s Orange office. She supports families by helping with scheduling questions and providing a welcoming first point of contact. Valentina works with families across a variety of needs and especially enjoys supporting Spanish-speaking families throughout the intake and scheduling process, helping them feel understood, informed, and supported from the first conversation through ongoing care. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her family, staying consistent with exercise, and exploring new restaurants.
Chloe attended Southern New Hampshire University. She joined CFZ in 2025! Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, finding new hikes to explore together, and trying new restaurants around Connecticut.
Natalie joined Cheshire Fitness Zone in 2025 and is part of the front desk team, supporting families and helping keep daily operations running smoothly. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys going on hikes, volunteering for the town of Cheshire, and working out.
Explore Our Pediatric Therapy Services
At Cheshire Fitness Zone, we offer a full range of pediatric therapy services designed to help children reach their fullest potential — including Physical, Occupational, Speech, Aquatic, and Feeding Therapy programs.