About Laurie

 Laurie has been a practicing physical therapist for over 30 years, receiving both her undergraduate degree and Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of Puget Sound. 

She has worked in a variety of settings but has devoted the last two decades to her love of pediatrics. She also began exploring the amazing benefits of the movement of the horse (hippotherapy) as a treatment tool to further enhance her therapy sessions and outcomes. She is now the only Board Certified Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist (HPCS) in Oregon. 

Laurie is passionate about fostering deep connections with her young clients and families through a holistic, sensory-rich, and play-based approach to her treatment sessions. By integrating a diverse array of treatment tools and strategies, Laurie strives to empower each child to reach their individual goals and grow to their fullest potential.  

When not at work she can be found exploring the outdoors through activities such as hiking, backpacking, skiing

You can reach out to her directly at laurieschickpt@gmail.com