Developmental Therapists

Chea has been working with children and families for 20+ years. She has a bachelor's in Early Childhood and a master's in School Social Work. Chea is a licensed social worker, licensed professional educator, and developmental therapist. She has special interests and qualifications to support families in crisis intervention and significant trauma. 

Jessica has been working with children and families for 12 years. She has a bachelors in Early Childhood Education and is working on completing a masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has been a developmental therapist for 7 years and was awarded the Benny Delgado Rising Star award in 2020 by the Illinois Developmental Therapy Association. 

Aimee has worked as a teacher for children with special needs and at-risk factors for over 15 years. She has a bachelor's in Early Childhood Education with an Early Childhood Special Education approval letter and a master's in Elementary Education. Aimee is also a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder. Aimee was awarded the Benny Delgado Rising Star award in 2023 by the Illinois Developmental Therapy Association. 

Tammy has worked with children and families for over 20 years as a Developmental Therapist. She has a master's in Developmental Therapy from Henderson State University. Tammy is a certified Infant Massage Instructor and has completed yoga for youth in trauma training. Tammy founded Early Intervention Services, Inc.

Jennan has been passionate about working with children and families for 20 years. She graduated in 2012 with a bachelor's in Early Childhood Special Education. She taught at Head Start for five years before becoming a developmental therapist for Early Intervention in 2019. Jennan is certified in infant and toddler yoga as well as infant massage. She believes that children learn through play during daily experiences. 

Shameka is a passionate provider with 16 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and family support through home visits. She holds a master's degree in Educational Leadership, a bachelor's degree in Special Education, and a Certification in Infant Mental Health. Her passion lies within helping families with children who exhibit challenging behaviors and providing trauma-informed care through the Facilitated Attuned Interactions method while supporting and encouraging parents. 

Rebecca has over 35 years of experience working with children. She has a bachelor's in Elementary Education and a bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. Rebecca has the letter of approval to teach Early Childhood Special Education and has a masters in Elementary Education. 

 Faith has worked with children and families for over 15 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a master's degree in Special Education. Faith worked as a developmental therapist before teaching K-2 special education and is excited to serve families through Early Intervention once again. 

 Rhonda has worked with children and families for 20+ years. She graduated with a bachelor's in early childhood education in 2023. Before becoming a developmental therapist, Rhonda taught preschool children in the public school system for 15 years. She has also worked as a preschool teacher for Head Start. Rhonda values her passion for Early Childhood Education and knows children learn best in their natural environment.  

 Katie has worked as a blended Preschool Teacher for seven years, serving at-risk youth in the public school district. She has a bachelor's degree in early childhood education with a Letter of Approval in Special Education, as well as a master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Katie is excited to work more closely with families to help build children's development through play and exploration.

Crystal has been teaching young children for over 30 years. She has a bachelor's and a master's degree in Elementary Education, as well as National Board Certification as an Early Childhood Generalist. She is also the mother of twins who were born prematurely. Crystal is excited about working with families and children in the Early Intervention system. 

 Liz has been working with children and families for over 15 years. She has a bachelor's in Elementary Education and an associate degree in Arts. She has been a Service Coordinator for the Early Intervention program for seven years,  supporting families through the IFSP process. She has also taught first grade at a private school in Alabama. She has personal experience with Early Intervention due to her four adoptive siblings with special needs receiving therapy services. She is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families.