Meet Our Occupational Therapists
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Madison Vining, OT
Why did you decide to become an OT?
I love getting to work with children as well as using my creative side to make interventions more fun!
What is your OT superpower?
I love connecting with families and children to promote meaningful relationships and empower parents!
What do you like to do for fun?
I love spending time on the lake with my husband and daughter, and going to Disney world!
What do you love about TeamUp Therapy?
I love that we get to connect with families in the comfort of their home while providing therapeutic activities from supplies they already have in the home.
Areas of interest:
Feeding, Sensory Integration, Social Skills, and Emotional Regulation
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Julie Forrester, OT
Why did you decide to become an OT?
I became an OT to serve people and families. I want to partner with families to support and empower them to reach their goals.
What is your OT superpower?
My OT superpower is material creation! I love to make and personalize materials and home programs for families!
What do you like to do for fun?
I love to spend time with my husband and kids, watch college sports, and watch Friends!
What do you love about TeamUp Therapy?
I love the heart behind TeamUp therapy! I am so happy to join a company that places such value on serving children and families!
Areas of interest:
Autism, developmental delays, sensory processing/ daily living skills
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Matana Williams, OT
Why did you decide to become an OT?
I was initially working with kiddos with special needs doing in home yoga classes. Eventually I wanted to work with people with disabilities full time and went back to school for OT!
What is your OT superpower?
I would say my OT superpower is my ability to genuinely connect with people, regardless of their background or challenges. I’ve found that being able to show empathy and understanding helps me build trust with my patients and their families. This connection creates an environment where they feel supported, which is essential for effective therapy. My flexibility also allows me to tailor my approach to meet each individual’s needs, which helps me establish a rapport that fosters collaboration and progress in therapy.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love audiobooks and usually finish 2 or 3 every month. I also love working out and do weightlifting, sauna workouts and yoga! Lastly, I also enjoy exploring different farmers markets in my local neighborhood and the greater Atlanta area.
What do you love about TeamUp Therapy?
What I love about Team Up Therapy is how they focus on family-centered care, helping parents play an active role in their child’s therapy. The tele-health model is a big plus too—it makes therapy more convenient by eliminating the need for travel and allowing sessions to take place in the child’s natural environment. I’m also excited about the personalized approach, as I believe every child’s therapy plan should be tailored to their unique needs. I’m really looking forward to being part of a team that values accessibility, flexibility, and working closely with families to make a real difference.
Areas of interest:
Fine motor skills, feeding, family and caregiver education, sensory processing, ADHD etc