OT Connection is a pediatric therapy center located in Pflugerville, TX that provides Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy for special needs children. Founded in October of 2005, OT Connection provides cutting edge comprehensive therapy services in one state-of-the-art location. Ours is a small, caring practice that is family oriented, and our goal is to offer every patient pediatric care that is crafted specifically for their needs using the most progressive therapy equipment and techniques available.

Our team of 20 certified Pediatric Therapy Specialists and their supporting staff are dedicated to giving our patients successful personalized care using the most progressive methods possible, walking each patient and their family through the process every step of the way. In November of 2009, we opened our brand new "green" facility located in Pflugerville, TX.

FACILITY

OT CONNECTION is proud to announce the opening of their new “green” facility in November 2009. The design and building of this facility were thoughtfully considered and planned for over 2 years before our grand opening!

The new developmental center features noise reduction systems to minimize distractions between treatment rooms and in hallways. A unique air filtration system provides fresh, purified air for all of our patients suffering from respiratory disorders and just general environmental allergens. The award-winning Infinity Air Purifier doesn't just filter air, it captures and kills airborne pathogens such as bacteria, viruses and mold. This whole building air cleaner re-purifies indoor air as many as 8 times an hour and is continually pumping in fresh, outside air.

Lighting was a huge priority at our new center. The use of natural light is emphasized in nearly every room, with an abundance of windows located high on the walls to minimize distractions, yet flood the rooms with so much natural light, that frequently no lighting is required during the day. There is also no fluorescent lighting used throughout.

Low VOC paints and other eco-friendly building products were utilized to minimize chemical respiratory allergens.

A unique adapted playground, featuring over 6000 square feet of therapeutic space is a highlight of the facility. This outdoor area features a planting and gardening spot, adapted balance beams, monkey bars, moveable walking bridge, 1200sf concrete area for bike and tricycle training, and much, much more.

Come explore the unique, diverse treatment atmosphere that OT CONNECTION has to offer!

 

TEAM

 

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS

Katie Shaffer, OTR/L - Clinical Director/Owner
TX license # 111233
Katie has a passion for helping children overcome life’s challenges! Katie received her Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Read More

 

Cindy Martin, OTR/L - Clinical Supervisor / Occupational Therapist
TX license # 103210
Cindy Martin, OTR graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy in 1989. Read More

 

 

Yelin Kim, MOTR/L - Occupational Therapist
TX license # 112779
Yelin graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Philosophy before she received a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy…Read More

 

Jenny Kim, MOTR/L - Occupational Therapist
TX license # 1062744
Jenny received her Bachelor in Psychology and Social Behavior from the University of California, Irvine. She studied abroad in Melbourne, Australia for one year, where she…Read More

 

Mindy Li, MOTR/L - Occupational Therapist
TX license #115026
Mindy received her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She has always had a passion for working with children and chose her path in Occupational therapy to…Read More

 

Megan Hanna, MOTR/L - Occupational Therapist
TX license # 115096
Megan received her Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in San Diego, California. She has a passion for working with children and their families in a fun and creative environment that enables children to learn, grow, and succeed in all areas of their lives.Read More

 

Maggie Thompson, MOTR/L - Occupational Therapist
TX license # 115003
Maggie is passionate about helping kids achieve success! She received her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Maggie truly enjoys the spontaneity and creativity involved in helping kids with special needs... Read More

 

SPEECH-LANGUAGE THERAPISTS

Stacey Rosensteel, CCC-SLP - Clinical Supervisor / Speech-Language Pathologist
TX license # 102197
Stacey received her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from San Diego State University. She received her Master’s in Clinical Speech Pathology from…Read More

 

Katie Michner, CCC-SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist
TX license # 104293
A native of the Midwest, Katie graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Spanish. Read More

 

Jayme Ferguson, MS,CCC-SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist
TX license # 106895
Jayme was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. She received her undergraduate and graduate degree from the University of Montevallo, the highest ranked public master's level university in Alabama. Read More

 

Kendall Fritsch, M.S., SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist
TX license #
Kendall received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a minor in Sociology from Texas A&M University in College Station. Whoop! After her undergraduate studies, she discovered the wonderful field of Speech-Language Pathology and absolutely loved it. Read More

 

Monica Woods, MS,CCC-SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist
TX license # 108440
Monica was born and raised in Indiana where she attended Purdue University and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication. She went on to receive her Master’s in Speech- Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University. Read More

 

PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

Gayle Covington, PT - Physical Therapist
TX license # 1024685
Gayle is a 1979 graduate of Texas Woman’s University with a degree in Physical Therapy. She is a native Austinite, attending AISD schools and the University of Texas at Austin…Read More

 

Janet Magajna, PT - Physical Therapist
TX license # 1154640
Janet is a graduate of the physical therapy program at State University of New York - Stony Brook. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in physical therapy in 1998. Read More

 

Helen Nguyen, PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant
Helen (Hien) Nguyen earned her Associated Degree of Physical Therapy Assistant from Austin Community College in May of 2011.Read More

 

ABA THERAPISTS

Katie White, MAT - Behavior Therapist
Katie White received her Bachelor of Arts and Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, and her Masters of Arts in Teaching from Dallas Baptist University. She is certified in teaching Early Childhood-Fourth grade education, and is currently in the process of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Read More

 

Laura Saldana, M. ED. - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Laura Saldana is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a graduate of the University
of Texas at Austin. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and went
on to receive her Masters in Early Childhood Special Education with a focus in
Autism and Developmental Disabilities. She is approaching her 9 th year leading
intensive interventions for children with autism. Read More

 

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Amy Hart - Practice Manager
Amy has over 10 years experience in medical billing, and healthcare management. She enjoys working in the pediatric setting, and is more than happy to help answer your account questions. Read More

 

Neaomi Quartucci - Assistant Office Manager
Neaomi relocated here with her husband and two children from Maui, Hawaii 6 years ago. Shortly after moving here she found herself drawn to the medical field with her main interest in customer care. Read More

 

Chelsea Rumbo - Front Desk Administrative Assistant
Chelsea Rumbo began working at OT Connection in August of 2009. She has gladly returned to the clinic after a short stent in Atlanta, Georgia where she conducted sleep apnea studies as a technician. Read More