Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies! We had an amazing time at the Elmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade! It was so special to see so many of our little friends cheering us along the parade route. A huge thank you to our therapists, their families, and their dogs who joined us on this gorgeous day!

At Hummingbird, it’s not all work and no fun—thanks to our amazing social committee at Westmont, we keep things sweet! Our recent bake off was a hit, with the top prize going to Laura Cottrell, LCPC, ATR, ASCDS for her Gooey Butter Cake! One bite, and we all knew—we had a winner. Want to try it yourself? Check out the winning recipe. Great work, Laura, and thanks to everyone who participated. #HummingbirdFun #GooeyGoodness #TeamCulture

We’re proud to announce that Katie Coulter has been promoted to Team Lead for Occupational Therapy at our Westmont location! Katie brings incredible expertise and dedication to our team. As a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, she’s passionate about helping children thrive—both in the clinic and in the water as part of our Aquatic Therapy Team! With a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, Katie takes a family-centered approach, personalizing strategies and goals to fit each child’s unique needs. Her commitment to helping kids reach their full potential makes a lasting impact on the families we serve. Join us in congratulating Katie on this well-deserved promotion! #TheHummingbirdDifference #PediatricOT #Leadership #AquaticTherapy #FamilyCenteredCare

Exciting news! Join us in celebrating Kaitlyn McGowan, our newly promoted OT/PT Manager at our Westmont Clinic. Kaitlyn's dedication to the children of Hummingbird is unmatched. She continually expands her expertise through advanced training in areas such as Interactive Metronome, handwriting, primitive reflex integration, ADHD strategies and she is also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Her passion and enthusiasm make a huge impact on our team and the families we serve. Congratulations Kaitlyn! #thehummingbirddifference #pediatrictherapy #therapistleadership #careerladder

Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies’ very own Laura Cottrell, LCPC, ATR, ASCDS will be taking the stage as a featured speaker at the Spring 2025 Seminars hosted by Family Counseling Service! These in-person seminars in Aurora, IL, are designed to provide actionable insights that help elevate your practice. Whether you’re a clinician, therapist, or mental health professional, this is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. Join us in supporting Miss Laura as she shares her expertise and passion for mental health! Learn more and save your spot today: https://lnkd.in/g-EuwXd3 See you there! #CEUSeminars #MentalHealthEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #TheHummingbirdDifference

Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies Takes Flight at the Growth Code Leadership Conference! Our leadership team, alongside Christina Scalise-Morrissey, recently attended the Growth Code Leadership Conference, and we couldn’t be more excited about the insights and strategies we gained! At Hummingbird, we believe in continuous growth—not just for our amazing kiddos, but for our team as well. Investing in our people means empowering them to provide the best possible care and support to the families we serve. We’re eager to implement new ideas, strengthen our team culture, and elevate the #HummingbirdDifference even further! Here’s to learning, growing, and making a lasting impact—together. ?? #TrainUp #InvestInYourTeam #LeadershipInAction #growthcodeconference

Congratulations to our Humphrey Award recipients: Ms. Holly, Ms. Nicole, and Ms. Lauren! We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding contributions of these incredible professionals: Ms. Holly is the Westmont Children's Academy Team Lead and a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Ms. Nicole is the Woodridge Physical Therapy Team Lead and a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Ms. Lauren has played an essential role in the development of Hummingbird's Therapeutic Life Skills Program and is a Doctor of Occupational Therapy. These dedicated individuals were chosen by their Hummingbird peers for their unwavering commitment to our mission. Their hard work and passion continue to make a profound impact on the lives of children and families we serve. Together we celebrate their achievements and the remarkable difference they make every day! #HummingbirdPediatricTherapies #HumphreyAward #TeamExcellence #TherapyHeroes

We are thrilled to announce that Diala S. has been promoted to Manager of our Woodridge location! With her extensive background as a feeding therapist, lactation consultant, Infant Massage Instructor, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, and a key member of our Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy team, Diala will continue to be an invaluable support and resource to our therapists and families in Woodridge. Diala has been instrumental in leading team development and introducing new offerings at Hummingbird. We are excited to watch her bloom in her new role and continue to make a positive impact at Hummingbird. Congratulations, Diala! #Promotion #Leadership #HummingbirdPediatricTherapies #TeamDevelopment #thehummingbirddifference

Exciting News at Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies! We are thrilled to announce that Kaitlyn and Jamie have been promoted to Director level positions! Their dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to our mission have been truly inspiring. We couldn't be more proud of their achievements and are excited to see their strengths shine even brighter in their new roles. Join us in congratulating Kaitlyn and Jamie on this well-deserved recognition. We look forward to the incredible contributions they will continue to make as they lead our team. Congratulations, Kaitlyn and Jamie! #Hummingbirdpediatrictherapies #TeamHummingbird #Leadership #Promotions #Congratulations #thehummingbirddifference