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About Me

Hi, I'm Kimberly!

I’m a Doctor of Occupational Therapy with over 15 years of pediatric experience, a USC grad, and a mom to two rambunctious young boys. Born and raised in South Orange County, I’m passionate about supporting local families and helping children feel confident, capable, and successful in everyday life.

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My experience includes early intervention, developmental delays, sensory processing, feeding challenges, and functional skill development with an emphasis on children 0-10 years of age. I take a child-centered, family-focused approach, creating therapy that is meaningful, practical, and tailored to each child.

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Becoming a mom has transformed the way I practice. I understand the joys and challenges of parenting firsthand, and I bring that perspective, patience, and compassion to every family I work with. I believe therapy should fit into real life—not add another layer of stress.

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At Swell Kids Therapy, my goal is to help children build skills, confidence, and independence while giving families the support and tools they need along the way.

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Together, we can help your children build the skills to ride the waves of life.

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Credentials & Achievements

Continuing Education & Certifications

  • USC/WPS Sensory Integration Certification: #4531

  • Advanced Practice in Feeding & Swallowing Certification (SWC)

  • Attention Memory & Processing Skills (AMPS) Certified Provider

  • Handwriting Without Tears Certification

  • Certified Autism Specialist (CAS)

  • Therapeutic Listening Certification

  • iLs Certification: Integrated Listening Systems

  • Moving Beyond Medication: Changing the ADHD Brain

  • Advancing Pediatric Function Through Neuroplasticity

  • AEIOU Systematic Approach to Feeding

  • SOS Approach to Feeding

  • Feeding Therapy: A Sensory Motor Approach

  • Beckman Oral Motor

  • School-Based OT: Educational Model & Best Practices

  • DIR Floortime Level 1

  • Executive Dysfunction: Strategies for at Home and at School

  • Sensory Processing & Regulation in the Classroom

  • Autism & Neurodiversity-Affirming OT

Awards & Publications

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