Clarissa is a graduate of the University of Texas Medical Branch’s Imprints Program and is Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) Certified. She is currently pursuing credentials as a PT Instructor through the NDTA. With extensive continuing education and years of clinical experience, Clarissa leads Milestones as our Physical Therapy Director and oversees the clinical mentoring program for all professional staff.

Her clinical expertise and passion lie in treating children with Cerebral Palsy, neuromotor disorders, and infants. Clarissa employs an eclectic and personalized approach to therapy, prioritizing efficient functional gains for her patients.

Most recently, she completed advanced training in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis and Hyperkyphosis.

Outside of work, Clarissa enjoys spending quality time with her four children and coaching Jiu Jitsu for both kids and adults, blending her professional and personal commitment to growth and resilience.

Melanie is a Board-Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy and Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) Certified. Since graduating from Texas Tech University, she has been an integral part of the Milestones team. As our Clinical Director for all therapy departments, Melanie ensures the highest standards of care by overseeing compliance, quality of care, patient-team matching, therapy space utilization, and team cohesion.

Melanie’s clinical expertise includes treating children with neurological disorders, delayed gross motor skills, and infants, as well as providing advanced manual therapy. She has received specialized NDT training in Advanced Rib Cage and Upper Extremity Techniques, Advanced Baby Treatment, & Advanced Gait. Further she completed the Kinesiotape Certification. She has additional specialized training in therapy ball techniques, orthotics recommendations and manual therapy & instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization.

Outside of work, Melanie is one of the co-founders of Capable Kids and enjoys traveling, cooking, playing guitar, painting, and hosting game nights with friends.

Sandra’s bright smile can be seen throughout each day as she playfully and intensely interacts with her patients.  As a PTA and a graduate of South Texas College, she has extensive training in the treatment of kids with neuro-motor/developmental issues and completed the NDT certificate course for Assistants.  Her approach to treatment is thoughtful and functional as she strives to make positive gains with her patients.   In her down time, she enjoys crafting, exercising, traveling, and spending time with her family.

A graduate of Wharton Community College, Cynthia was trained in Neuro-Developmental Treatment as a PTA, and also has been educated in  Kinesotape, and NDT Aquatics. Although quiet in nature, she is devoted to quality, clinically-sound therapy that make remarkable gains in the kids she treats.  She is diligent in both application and integration of activities for carryover into her patients’ daily lives.   She enjoys spending time with her kids, running, and reading in her down time.

As part of our team of outstanding PTA’s, Nicole’s years of experience and advanced education at Milestones has brought her level of care to the pinnacle.  She is often seen developing exciting activities while maintaining trusting relationships with her patients.  A graduate of Blinn College, Nicole is trained in Neuro-Developmental Treatment and Aquatic Therapy. When not at work, she enjoys swimming, dancing, and spending time with her kids.

A graduate of University of North Texas Health Science Center, Rebecca has achieved clinical excellence by becoming Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy.  With experience in treating both children and adults, her intense clinical problem-solving and unique application of treatment techniques foster growth in all patients.   She enjoys spending time with family, playing/watching basketball, planning birthday parties, and crafting when not working.

As a PT clinical intern at Milestones, Amanda’s innate therapy skills were recognized, and we were delighted she decided to join our team.  A graduate of Texas Women’s University, she is developing strong clinical skills to implement with her variety of patients.  Amanda enjoys spending time with family and friends and hanging out with her cats.

A long-time member of our wonderful PTA team, Grecia brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her treatment sessions. Trained in a variety of techniques to impact children of all abilities, she focuses on interaction with the family as a crucial part of team – often giving home carry-over activities. A graduate of South Texas College, Grecia is trained in many techniques related to neuro-developmental treatment. In her down time, she enjoys working out, running, and participating in triathlons.

Todd loves working with all types of patients and strives to bring out each child’s unique personality.  A graduate of South Texas College, Todd is certified in aquatic therapy and has also been trained in many neuro-muscular treatment techniques to impact movement, posture and coordination. When not working, Todd enjoys being a dad, playing games with his son, and barbecuing.

A graduate of University of Incarnate Word, Victoria flourishes when working with children with neuro-motor issues, particularly those with Cerebral Palsy. Trained in many treatment techniques, she utilizes a thorough clinical analysis to plan the most effective therapy sessions. Her playful personality encourages kids to participate in the intervention strategies she incorporates into their sessions. Victoria enjoys going to the ranch and spending time outside with her family.

A graduate of South Texas Community College, Iris is trained in neuro-developmental treatment. Although she is at Milestones only a few hours each week, she has always developed strong relationships with her patients and families to encourage good carry-over in the home. In her free time, she enjoys salsa dancing, traveling, and spending time with her husband and friends.

As a graduate of the University of Texas Medical Branch, Sayda uses her special training in Neuro-Developmental Treatment, vestibular rehabilitation, and aquatic techniques to treat patients with a variety of needs. She also feels driven to make recommendations for seating solutions and other assistive devices to help with patient mobility in the community.  When not at Milestones, she enjoys watching her children in wrestling and basketball as well as reading and watching her favorite shows to decompress.

As a graduate of South Texas College, Lizette enjoys working with a variety of children. As a new member of the Milestones’ family, she is motivated to learn from her team-mates and expand her knowledge from continuing education opportunities. Her hobbies of reading and going to the gym as well as spending time with nieces and nephews occupy her time away from Milestones.

After waiting for several years to have her join Milestones’ team, Xiomara is here to offer her unique insight to treatment of children with neuromotor issues. As she completes her extensive training in neuro-developmental therapy, she offers insight into critical problem-solving ideas to foster independence in children with movement disorders. She focuses on patient-focused positive experience to during her treatment sessions.

Brisa joins Milestones with extensive experience in neurological rehabilitation. She is certified in the LSVT-BIG program, a specialized therapy aimed at improving mobility and daily living activities for individuals with Parkinson’s disease or other neurological conditions by increasing the amplitude of their movements. Additionally, Brisa is trained in EKSO Bionics (robotic skeleton training) and Zero G gait and balance training, further enhancing her ability to support patients in regaining functional independence.