Mackenna Harper
OWNER, OT and CLC
Mackenna Harper OTR/L, CLC is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist with seven years experience and graduate of Shawnee State University. Motherhood shaped her passion for creating a therapy environment where families feel supported, understood, and at ease. She has recently become a Certificated Lactation Counselor (visit the twig tab for more info). A Chillicothe native, wife, mom of two, and multi-business owner-- she’s grateful to serve her community in a meaningful way with starting Branch.
Sarah Hill
COTA
Sarah is a passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a background of several years in school-based occupational therapy and working with children with special needs. She is a Shawnee State University graduate, wife, mom of two boys and enjoys creating spaces that feel calm and intentional.
Steffie Eversole
Speech Therapist
Steffie Eversole M.S., CCC-SLP, brings 11 years of experience as a Speech Therapist to Branch Pediatrics, primarily in school-based settings. A graduate of Ohio University and the University of Cincinnati, she is passionate about helping children of all ages and abilities develop strong communication skills.
Steffie values partnering with families by providing practical strategies and resources to support communication at home, school, and in the community. As a mom of two, she is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care that helps each child reach their full potential.
Ali Stanforth
PTA
Ali is a Physical Therapist Assistant and graduate of Shawnee State University. Ali has over 5 years of experience in pediatric therapy as a physical therapy assistant.
As a mom of two, she understands the importance of creating a supportive and encouraging environment where children feel comfortable learning and growing. Her passion is creating engaging, play-based therapy that makes every session both meaningful and fun.
Bre Gahm
Physical Therapist
Bre is originally from Lucasville, Ohio, and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Marshall University in 2025. She has experience working with children in early intervention and school-based settings, and is passionate about helping kids build the skills and confidence they need to succeed. She is so excited to be part of the Branch team and look forward to helping your child learn, grow, and reach their fullest potential!
Haylea Page
Speech Therapist
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Haylea Page, M.S., CCC-SLP, comes with experience in pediatric outpatient settings, serving children and young adults from birth through 21 years of age. She specializes in early intervention, speech sound disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and supporting children with developmental disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome. A graduate of The Ohio State University and Purdue University, she is passionate about play-based therapy and creating meaningful opportunities for children to communicate.
A Chillicothe native, she values building genuine, impactful connections with children and their families. She is committed to supporting communication access and empowering each child to find successful ways to express themselves, connect with others, and participate fully in their everyday lives.
Courtney Howard
MA, CCC-SLP
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Melissa DeGonzague
MA, CCC-SLP
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We're Growing!
At Branch Pediatric Therapy, we’re always excited to grow our team with passionate, high-quality OTs, COTAs, PTs, PTAs and SLPs who truly love working with kids.
We believe therapy should feel engaging, supportive, and fun—because the best outcomes happen when children are comfortable, curious, and playing with purpose. If you’re a therapist who values connection, creativity, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested in joining our team? Email us your resume!
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Contact
We are always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
740-253-8098