Meghan is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) licensed by the State of Oregon and certified by the National Board of Occupational Therapy. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science with a minor in American Sign Language from Western Oregon University, followed by her Associate of Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Linn-Benton Community College.

Meghan’s previous experiences include working as a preschool teacher and serving as a caregiver for adults with disabilities—roles that strengthened her appreciation for development across the lifespan and her desire to support individuals in meaningful, functional ways. Since 2018, she has provided occupational therapy services to clients ages 1–26 in outpatient clinics and academic settings.

Through this work, Meghan discovered a deep passion for early intervention, recognizing the meaningful impact that supporting children and families early in development can have. This passion has guided her transition into early intervention, where she is excited to partner with caregivers in their natural routines to build strong foundations for growth, participation, and independence.

Meghan has a calm demeanor and positive outlook on life which allows her to develop connections and relationships with people and families. She is passionate about working with individuals of all abilities and enjoys the creative problem solving aspects of designing and implementing individualized interventions. Meghan utilizes a strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approach to support those she works with to foster independence and help each person develop the skills necessary to successfully experience all meaningful aspects of daily living.

Outside of work, Meghan enjoys bowling, reading, cooking, embroidery, tending to her indoor plants, and spending time with her boyfriend and their dog, Spud. She loves all things outdoors—especially gardening, hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, biking, and camping.