About us

ducktails child development

DUCKTAILS OWNERSHIP / MANAGMENT

Amy

, (B.S., OTR/L)

Amy is an occupational therapist and the Owner of Ducktails Pediatric

Therapy and Wellness. She works with children across a wide range of diagnoses and developmental needs, bringing 21 years of experience as an OT—including over 15 years specializing in pediatrics. Amy is passionate about seeing kids grow in confidence and independence, and she loves collaborating with her team to create a supportive,

welcoming environment for both staff and families.

STAFF

Emely

Emely is a bilingual healthcare administrator at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness. Holding a certified medical assistant degree, she brings over 10 years of health administration experience to the Ducktails team, where she is dedicated to supporting families and ensuring operations run smoothly. In her free time, Emely loves traveling spending time with her children, and playing with her dog, Shadow.

Courtney

Courtney is the front desk specialist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness, where she proudly supports our families and staff by managing insurance checks and referrals. Courtney has been a vital part of the Ducktails team for five years. She is dedicated to creating a smooth, welcoming experience for everyone who walks through our doors, and in her free time, she loves hanging out with her family and her pets.

PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

Nicole

, MPT

Nicole is a physical therapist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness who works with children across a wide range of diagnoses and developmental needs. With over 20 years of pediatric experience, she uses her extensive experience to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support each child’s success. Nicole is passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential, and in her free time, she enjoys staying active and spending time with family and friends.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS

Brooke

, COTA

Brooke, is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness dedicated to helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive. After graduating from Middle Georgia State College in 2014, Brooke built a diverse background working across outpatient, inpatient, and school system settings. She loves spending time at the beach or the lake, and can usually be found cheering on her kids at their sports games and dance recitals.

Chrissy

, OTR/L, CPT

Chrissy is an occupational therapist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness who works with children across a wide range of developmental needs. With 20 years of pediatric experience, she focuses on early intervention, developmental milestones, and functional skills for autistic children. Chrissy is passionate about providing skilled therapy through a team-based approach and family education, and in her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and animals.

Sandi

, B.S., OTR/L

Sandi is an occupational therapist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness who works with children across a wide range of diagnoses and developmental needs. With 25 years of pediatric experience, she brings a rich and diverse skill set to the team. An Augusta native who is bilingual in German, Sandi is passionate about helping kids thrive. In her free time, she enjoys lake life, gardening, cooking, drawing and painting, and spending time with her three children and two dogs.

SPEECH THERAPISTS

Karen

, M.S., CCC-SLP

Karen is a speech therapist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness who works with children across a wide range of diagnoses and developmental needs. Having earned her Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina, Karen has been a valued part of the Ducktails team since 2013. She brings highly specialized expertise to the clinic, holding advanced certifications in Beckman Oral Motor, Talk Tools, and is one of only two local providers certified in pediatric VitalStim therapy. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Jenny

, M.S., CCC-SLP

Jenny is a speech-language pathologist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness who works with children with speech, language, and early communication needs. She focuses on early intervention, speech sound disorders, and language development in early childhood. Jenny is passionate about helping children and families meet their communication goals, and in her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and traveling.

Clay

, M.S., CCC-SLP

Clay is a speech therapist and Clinical Director of Operations at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness. He works with children across a wide range of diagnoses and developmental needs. With 20 years of pediatric experience, Clay brings his passion for early childhood intervention to every session. In his free time, Clay enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends.

Rae

, M.S., CCC-SLP,

Rae is a speech therapist at Ducktails Pediatric Therapy and Wellness who works with children across a wide range of diagnoses and developmental needs. She earned her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Baylor University and brings her passion for helping children communicate to every session. A proud military wife and mom of three, Rae enjoys nature, music, and spending time with her family.