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Wholistic Therapy Services, L.L.C.
Our Mission Statement :
Our mission as Wholistic Therapy Services is being dedicated to serving the whole person mind, body, spirit and to serve as a catalyst to what is important and foremost to the individual.
Every person is blessed with a gift and it is our mission to encourage these gifts to flourish.
This business was started as a commitment to our community and the individuals we serve.
Our Services:
Occupational Therapy ~ Physical Therapy ~ Hippotherapy ~ Aquatic Therapy ~ Relaxation / Sensory Integration Room ~ Pediatric and Adult Splinting ~ Speech Therapy provided by SLLP
Our Therapist Specialize in the Treatment of:
Chromosomal Abnormality ~ Developmental Delay ~ Cerebral Palsy ~ ADD ~ ADHD ~ Arthrogryposis ~ Hand Injuries ~ Spina Bifida ~ Autism Spectrum Disorders ~ Neurological Injuries ~ Sensory Integration Dysfunction ~ Muscular Dystrophy ~ Assistive Communication Devices ~ And More
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Amy Dzingle-Niemoth ~ Owner ~ Physical Therapist Assistant
Amy graduated from Northeast Community College in Norfolk, NE in 1995. Amy has a strong background in hippotherapy (Equine Therapy), neurological disorders, spinal cord injuries, amputation, stroke, and orthotic and prosthetic management.
A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the direction of a physical therapist. They help achieve the goals a physical therapist has set for each individual patient.
PTA's earn an associate degree from an accredited college with a combination of classroom and clinical learning. Prior to their hands on clinical experience they have taken classes in anatomy, kinesiology and physiology. Following their schooling they are required to pass a national licensure exam. |
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Kari Valentine ~ Owner ~ Occupational Therapist
Kari graduated from theUniversity of Southern California in 2002. She is physical agent modality licensed with a strong background in hand therapy, augmentative communication, splinting, and numerous physical/neurological disabilities (cerebral palsy, spina bifida, sensory processing disorders, arthrogrysposis, brachial plexus injuries, & stroke).
Occupational Therapists (OT) help patients who have limited abilities develop the ability to complete daily tasks. Through occupational therapy, patients achieve an improved quality of life and a sense of independence.
All Occupational Therapists must have at least a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy. They have taken classes in anatomy, kinesiology, adaptive technology, medical terminology and have hands on field work. They are required to pass a national licensure exam. |
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Shay Vanderloo - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Shay graduated from Lakearea Technical Institute in Watertown, South Dakota with an associates degree from the occupational therapist assistant program. Her passion is in the pediatric mental health field and absolutely loves children.
A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) works under the direction of an OT.
They have completed an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program with an Associate of Applied Science Degree. They must take courses in kinesiology, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology as well as complete supervised field work to gain hands on experience. They must then pass a national certification examination administered by the national board of certification of Occupational Therapy, along with getting a state licensure. |
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Melissa Moos ~ Physical Therapist
Melissa graduated from the University of North Dakota in 2006 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She enjoys working with children with global delay and cerebral palsy as well as many others. She has a strong background in aquatics and is looking forward to being involved in aquatic therapy.
Physical Therapist (PT) help individuals to recover or improve function after being injured or physically disabled in some way. A treatment plan is to enhance strength, flexibility, range of motion, motor control, and reduce any pain to a minimum.
A PT has graduated with at least a bachelor's degree. They have taken classes in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and exercise science. They have to complete hours of clinical experience and pass a national licensure exam. |
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All of our therapists and therapist assistants hold a valid license along with completing the state required number of continuing education hours.
Please do not confuse Therapist Assistant with therapy aides or techs. Therapy aides/techs have limited or no education in the specified field or OT, PT, or ST. They may have education in a relating field or on the job training. They are there to give a therapist an extra pair of hands if needed. For example, if three people are needed to play a game or if a child is working on asking appropriate questions, an aid may assist in these areas. A therapist must be present when an aide/ tech is helping with a child. |
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Heather Mohling ~ Horse Handler ~ Office Assistant
Heather graduated from Central Community College with a Business Degree. She is also Animal Health and Science Certified. She has a background in accounting as well.
Heather enjoys spending time with her husband, three girls and pets. |
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Kristi Spracklen ~ Horse Handler ~ Office Staff
Kristi graduated from Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls, IA with an Associate of Applied Science in Equine Management & Training. She is currently working on a bachelor of business at Doane College.
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Judy Niemoth ~ Office Staff
Judy has a bachelor degree in education and was an elementary school secretary for 17 years. She retired to have time for painting and finishing the interior of buildings. After finding out that retirement was not meant for her, Judy joined our team to assist in answering the phones, side-walking in hippotherapy and helping get jobs done. She is a big help when it comes to cleaning and organization in the clinic. |
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