Specializing in
Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapy Services
MEET OUR:
Physical Therapists
Tracy Jungwirth, PT, DPT
Tracy Jungwirth started her career as a Physical Therapist with Specialized Speech in 2014 and rejoined Specialized Speech in August 2018 after practicing in the Seattle area for 3 years. She graduated from Ohio State University in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition. In 2014 she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ohio State University. While completing her degree in physical therapy, Tracy completed additional coursework to graduate with a specialization in pediatrics. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers as well as the Ohio Department of Education. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association- pediatrics section and the Ohio Physical Therapy Association.
Tracy has experience working with children birth to 18 years in a variety of settings including early intervention, schools, clinic, aquatics, and home health. She has a passion for pediatrics and enjoys helping children reach their goals and maximize their potential. She enjoys making therapy fun and engaging for children. Tracy has additional interest and passion for feeding and helping children and their families overcome mealtime challenges. She is trained in the SOS approach to feeding and is an SOS basic provider.
Tracy lives in Worthington with her husband and two dogs. Outside of work, Tracy enjoys hiking with her dogs, horseback riding, and traveling.
You may contact Tracy at Tracy@specializedspeech.com
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Department Head
Kristin Bednarz, MPT, CIMT
Kristin Bednarz joined Specialized Speech in September 2020. She earned her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Findlay in 2009. She is also a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator. She began her career as an orthopedic therapist and worked in this discipline for over 10 years. She became incredibly passionate about transitioning into the pediatric field after having three little ones of her own.
Kristin’s life’s purpose is to empower parents to build a deep, lifelong connection with their children while providing every opportunity for children to optimize their development through PLAY! She lives out this mission through working with kiddos in physical therapy as well as supporting a community of parents virtually through various workshops, masterclasses, and providing support on their parenting journeys!
You may contact Kristin at kristin@specializedspeech.com
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Camille Bowshier, PT, DPT
Camille Bowshier joined Specialized Speech in August 2016 as an opportunity to advance her skills in pediatric physical therapy. She graduated from Wright State University in Dayton, OH in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Biology. In 2010, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Dayton where she was a graduate assistant in the program specializing in gross Anatomy and problem based learning. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers as well as the Ohio Department of Education.
Camille has spent her career finessing her skills in the outpatient and home health setting specializing in orthopedics including post op, overuse and sports injuries. She enjoys engaging children in therapy through play activities and loves watching increased function and independence in all ages. Camille values the team treatment approach in the school setting working with children, families and teaching staff to increase access in the educational setting.
You may contact Camille at camille@specializedspeech.com
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Janelle Brubaker PT, DPT
Janelle Brubaker joined Specialized Speech in December 2021. She graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Spanish. Janelle recently earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Western Michigan University in 2021 where she was a graduate assistant for the DPT program. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers. Janelle has a passion for working with pediatric patients and is always looking to expand her knowledge, skills, and expertise. She has experience in a variety of settings including both school-based PT and Early Intervention settings with children of all ages.
Although most of her schooling took place out-of-state, Janelle is thrilled to be back in Ohio and closer to her family who she ends up spending most of her free time with. She also enjoys being outdoors, music, and animals!
You may contact Janelle at janelle@specializedspeech.com
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Rebecca Cmar, PT, DPT
Rebecca joined SST in September of 2018. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 2014 and then moved to Athens to attend Ohio University where she graduated with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2017. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers, as well as the Ohio Department of Education.
Rebecca has several years of experience working with children in different settings – from the clinic to public screenings and child-specific events. She now works primarily in the schools. Rebecca’s goal in pediatrics is to make physical therapy more accessible to families, whether that’s later hours or through the school setting.
You may contact Rebecca at rebecca@specializedspeech.com
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Olivia Meadors, PT, DPT
Olivia joined Specialized Speech Technologies, Inc in September 2020. She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers as well as the Ohio Department of Education.
Olivia has completed work in traumatic brain injury rehab and outpatient therapy. She now works primarily in schools. She has a passion for helping children achieve their highest potential and breaking down the limitations placed on those with different needs.
Originally from the south, Olivia has no idea what a Buckeye is. She enjoys running with her dog Fig, real southern cooking, and all things outside.
You may contact Olivia at olivia@specializedspeech.com
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Erin Pulcini, PT, DPT
Erin Pulcini joined Specialized Speech in September 2016. She graduated from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2006 with bachelors degrees in Biology and Health Sciences. In 2008, she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Duquesne. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers as well as the Ohio Department of Education.
You may contact Erin at Erin@specializedspeech.com
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Monica Thuman, PT, DPT
Monica Thuman joined Specialized Speech in August 2016. She attended The Ohio State University for both her Bachelor’s in Psychology in 2012 and Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2016. She is licensed by the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers and the Ohio Department of Education.
Monica is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and has experience working with children of all ages in both the outpatient and school based settings. Monica has a passion for working with children and their families in order to help each child increase their function and reach their maximum potential.
You can contact Monica at monica@specializedspeech.com
Nicole Waite, MPT
Nicole joined Specialized Speech Technologies, Inc in July 2013. She earned her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Findlay. She has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as a member of the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy.
Nicole has experience working in a variety of settings including skilled nursing facilities, home health, outpatient clinics, schools, aquatics, and early intervention programs. She greatly enjoys working with children of all ages and their families to help each child reach their maximum potential.
You can contact Nicole at nicole@specializedspeech.com
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