Our Team
Ms. Martha
PT
Pediatric Physical Therapist
Martha found her niche in pediatric physical therapy seven years into her profession. Over the last 27 years, Martha has worked in a variety of pediatric settings which include a medical therapy unit through California Children’s Services, a therapist-owned sensory integration clinic, an early intervention program in central California, a professional pediatric home health company out of Denver, Colorado, and most recently a hospital-based outpatient pediatric clinic in Kentucky.
Martha‘s love for children came from her Hispanic background as well as from her own mother who could calm any fussy baby, married a widower with five children, and proceeded to have five more!
As a pediatric therapist, Martha enjoys working with children and their families utilizing her sensory integration experience, her knowledge of motor control and development, as well as her understanding of neuroplasticity to bring about the best possible outcome in each child. Her love and passion is early intervention/development.
Bachelor of Science- Physical Therapy
California State University, Fresno - Fresno, CA
Fun Facts!
What is your favorite childhood smell?
Fresh wet dirt after tropical rains in my little village of Tamazulita, Mexico. Also, fresh clean laundry dried in the sun.
Which Hogwarts House would you be sorted into?
Gryffindor
What is your secret talent?
I used to be able to do some break dance tricks (a little rusty now) thanks to my daughter, and I can name a few heavy metal bands, thanks to my son.
What is your favorite quote from an animated/childrens' movie?
"God bless us, everyone!" Tiny Tim, and the rats: "This is My island in the sun!" from The Muppet Christmas Carol. :)
Certifications and Trainings
Sensory Integration
Wilbarger Deep Pressure and Proprioceptive Technique
Listening with the Whole Body
Adult NDT
MFR
Trigger Point Myotherapy
Hobbies and Interests
Martha is fluent in Spanish! In her free time she enjoys running, hiking, boogie boarding, and trying new and unique cuisine with her two young adult children!