In 1999 my husband passed away unexpectedly and I was in need of a way to provide for myself and my children. I knew I was interested in a career in the medical field. At the end of my degree study at Gillette College, my advisor gave me an application for the PTA program at Central Wyoming Community College. The idea of being a PTA was exciting. I enjoy working with people and making a difference in a person’s quality of life.
Education:
- Associate of Art- Northern Wyoming Community College
- Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapy Assistant, Central Wyoming Community College
Certifications/Specialized Training:
- Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
- Vestibular Certification
- Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
- Graston Trained
- Specializes in Myofascial/Craniosacral Release
- Cervical Disorders, Pediatrics, and Pool Therapy
- Certified Cupping Therapist
- Pediatric Myofascial Release
- Differential Diagnosis and Manual Therapy of the Hip
- Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle
- Pilates Fundamentals and Techniques
- Mobilization of the Nervous System
- Biomechanics and Orthotics
- Cervical and Thoracic Spine: A Maitland Approach
- Spasticity Management: Focus on Rehabilitation
- Manual Therapy for Physical Therapy Assistant
- Low Back Pain 101
- Spinal and Peripheral Therapy Techniques of the Lower Quarter
- Cervical and Thoracic Back Rehab
- IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
- Donatelli’s Pathophysiology and Mechanics of the Shoulder with Lab
- Mechanics of the Lower Kinetic Chain
- Fundamental and Advanced Kinesio Taping (KT1 and KT2)
- Advanced Kinesio Taping (KT3)
- Orthopedic Symposium
- Functional Capacity Evaluations
- Exercise Experts for Aging Adults
- Graston Technique
- Clinical Examination and Manual Therapy of the Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Cervicothoracic Junction
- Clinical Examination and Manual Therapy of the Lower Cervical Spine
- Diagnosis and Management of the Acute Lumbar and SI Joint
- SFMA
- Cupping Therapy
- Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
- Persistent Pain Management
- Kevin Wilkes: Online and Live Certificate
- Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine
- Modern Management of the Older Adult
- Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Foot and Ankle
Community Involvement:
- Active participant at St. Matthews Catholic Church
- BETA Sigma Phi Sorority
Hometown: Gillette, Wyoming
Family: Bruce (husband), Wendi, Chris, and Amanda (children) and 6 grandchildren
Hobbies: Spending time with family, cooking, and baking