Meet Our Team

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Hope received her Bachelor’s in Psychology in 2012 from Linfield University and then later earned her Associate in Applied Science for OT in 2015. Her career started in the healthcare field, where she spent her first four years at a pediatric clinic and an adult rehabilitation center. Following that, she then worked as an Activities Director at a skilled nursing facility for two years. After having her daughter, Hope gained a new passion for working with children. At SkyBreak, Hope loves helping children develop essential skills and creating lessons that combine creativity and education. Outside of her professional life, Hope is an active member of a women's barbershop chorus, which is part of the local chapter of Sweet Adelines International. She has a strong passion for baking and enjoys being crafty. Above all, she cherishes spending time with her daughter, twin sister, and parents, creating meaningful memories with her loved ones.

 Speech Language Pathologist

Emily is an accomplished and motivated Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, with over a decade of experience in the field. After earning her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Penn State University in 2012, Emily completed a Clinical Fellowship year in Erie, Pennsylvania, focused on utilizing Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. Emily specializes in preschool-age early language development, Autism, and working with individuals who have complex communication needs requiring AAC devices. In 2013, Emily temporarily relocated to Seattle, where she worked in Early Intervention and a Pediatric Outpatient Clinic. In 2016, she moved to Boise Idaho along with her husband and their golden retriever, Huck. They've called Boise home ever since. Huck makes the perfect adventure buddy and joins Emily and her husband on their outdoor excursions, which includes hiking and paddleboarding. Emily also loves collecting vinyl's with her husband and watching movies in her free time.

Front Desk Receptionist

Dene has a thorough background in front desk and administrative roles, with her experience primarily being in the healthcare industry. Dene specializes in scheduling, medical billing and managing medical benefits. One of Dene’s favorite things about working at SkyBreak is the interactions she’s able to have with the kids, as well as getting to witness the growth they have with their therapists. When she’s not at work, Dene can be found creating gifts for others in her craft room, or spending time with her family. Either way, with a big heart, Dene is always taking care of those around her. She is a proud mother of three and grandmother to ten. If you know her, you’d know family is the most important thing to her, and that she values keeping her family close and connected.

Medical Billing Department

Tatia first started working as a receptionist in high school and later transitioned to the medical field as a CNA. Before moving to the valley, Tatia lived in McCall and worked as the front desk receptionist for a physical therapy clinic. A couple years later Tatia decided to move to Boise, where she joined SkyBreak Therapy, and has been a core team member ever since. Tatia first started as SBT’s front desk receptionist and then later transferred to the clinic’s billing department. One of Tatia’s favorite things about working with SkyBreak is the difference she’s able to make within her community. Her role in the clinic is essential and helps keep processes organized and running smoothly. Outside of her professional life, Tatia loves spending time outdoors doing her absolute favorite hobbies, including backpacking, skiing, and kayaking.