lauren adkins OTR, REGISTERED AND LICENSED Occupational Therapist
Hi Everyone! I wanted to introduce Lauren formally:
Lauren Adkins MOT, OT/L has been an occupational therapist for 22 years. She began her career working at a specialized clinic in Chicago that worked with clients who are Hyperlexic. She co-authored a therapy manual entitled Hyperlexia: Therapy That Works with her fellow therapists. Lauren moved to Florida in 2003 and began working in the Broward County Schools. When her children got older, Lauren transitioned to the clinical setting where she continued her specializations in Autism, SpecificLearning Disabilities, Sensory Processing Disorder,Feeding Difficulties and ADHD. Lauren joined Early Steps at this time as well and began working with children birth to 3 years old as well. In addition to providing occupational therapy services through Early Steps, Ms. Adkins works with Early Steps as an evaluator on their Community Testing Team as well as providing services as a feeding specialist. Lauren is excited to bring her expertise to Bi-CountyTherapy where she will be serving as the Clinical Director.
Stephanie sommers OTd, REGISTERED AND LICENSED Occupational Therapist
My name is Stephanie Sommers, OTD, OTR/L. Having a family member with special needs led me to the profession. I completed both my master's and doctorate at Barry University in Miami. I have experience working with pediatrics, adults, telehealth, school based, in-patient and outpatient clinical settings. For the past 6 years, I have primarily worked in the school-based setting. During my free time, I like to spend time with my family , cats or travel.
Email: S.Sommers@bicountyslp.com
NICOLE QUIGLEY, MS, REGISTERED AND LICENSED Occupational Therapist
Nicole was born and raised in Pembroke Pines, Florida. She still live in Pembroke Pines with my family and two adorable labradors, Lily and Lucky. She attended the University of Florida (UF) where she graduated with my Bachelor’s in Health Science and then completed her Master’s in Occupational Therapy at Florida International University (FIU). She previously worked with patients with orthopedic upper extremity injuries. Currently, she provides OT services for pediatric patients in both the school and outpatient settings. She loves all things occupational therapy, especially connecting with patients and their families to help them live their best life! In her free time, she loves spending time with her family and dogs and going to try new restaurants.
Email: N.Quigley@bicountyslp.com
stacey panicker, ms- ot, OTR/L registered and licensed occupational therapist
Stacey graduated with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) degree from Florida International University in 2023. She has lived in South Florida for most of her life and her cultural background is South Indian (Malayali). Her favorite aspect of OT is the holistic nature of the field and focusing on strengths! She has experience working with kids and enjoys having fun while meeting functional goals. In her free time she loves reading, sipping boba or matcha tea, and spending time with family and friends.
Email: S.Panicker@bicountyslp.com
Candace williams akumune, ms- ot, OTR/L registered and licensed occupational therapist
My name is Candace and I have been a pediatric occupational therapist now for six years. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Florida, Go Gators! And received my MSOT from FIU. I am a South Florida native of Jamaican descent. I am passionate about the power of play and how it can impact a child and their therapy session! When I am not treating kiddos I love all things creative and crafty. I am currently in a season where I am traveling frequently and I am excited to see the world! I hope that my experiences from around the globe not only impacts me as a person but helps to make me a better therapist as well!
Email: C.Williams@bicountyslp.com
Edward M. Severhof, OTD, OTR/L registered and licensed occupational therapist
Eddie is an Occupational Therapist with 10+ years of experience working with pediatric patients in clinical, school-based, and telehealth practice. He became an OT in 2010 after graduating from the Medical College of Ohio with a doctorate in Occupational Therapy. After graduating, Eddie spent the next five years working for The University of Florida (Go Gators!) and John Hopkin’s All Children Hospital clinical pediatric departments. For the last 7 years, Eddie has been providing school based OT services in the brick-and-mortar & telehealth settings.
Email: E.Severhof@bicountyslp.com
Alyssa crosby MS/OTR-L Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist
Alyssa graduated from Occupational Therapy school in 2013 from University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. She has a variety of experience from pediatric and adult rehabilitation in outpatient and inpatient rehab clinics. She enjoys helping patients improve their skills and live life to its fullest. She enjoys spending time with family and friends and cheering on the Tampa Bay Lightning. She recently started Teletherapy and is enjoying interacting with her patients and parents to help improve their age appropriate skills.
Email: A.Crosby@bicountyslp.com
Marie Tippenhauer COTA Certified Bilingual Occupational Therapist Assistant
Marie Tippenhauer graduated with honors from Keiser University with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy. She is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. Member of the World Organization for Early Childhood Education, she also has a degree in Early Childhood Education. She speaks English, French, and Creole. She worked for more than 30 years as a preschool principal. She moved from Haiti to the United States where she has the opportunity to further pursue her passion for working with children. She is currently working on her certification in “Handwriting Without Tears” and the “Touch Math” program.
Katrisha Michel Daphnis COTA Certified Bilingual Occupational Therapist Assistant
Katrisha is originally from Brooklyn, New York. She graduated from Keiser University with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy. She has worked for 6 years as a pediatric occupational therapist. She has worked with a variety of diagnoses including; Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay and ADD/ADHD. She enjoys working with all populations, giving them not only the skills but the tools to improve their daily lives. She speaks English and Creole. In her spare time, she enjoys making arts and crafts and spending time with her three kids and husband.
Email: K.Daphnis@bicountyslp.com
Tariq Azeez COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Tariq is originally from Jamaica Queens, New York. He graduated from Keiser University with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy and specializes in pediatrics. He is licensed and certified with the National Board of Occupational Therapy to provide OT services in the state of New York and Florida. He is very hands-on and likes to engage his clients because he believes that skills develop better when having fun and when kids learn from real experiences.
Email: T.Azeez@bicountyslp.com
cher hakin COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
I have worked as an occupational therapy assistant for 23 years. I have experience in many different settings before finding my passion with tele therapy. I love being creative when I’m with my students or clients. I have four goldfish that are 7 years old and were from a county fair! If I could I would have all the pets in the world. I love being a COTA and helping all ages.
Email: C.Hakin@bicountyslp.com