Apple Tree Therapy, LLC
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Apple Tree Therapy, LLC is the lifelong dream of owner, Jackie Brown, and her husband, Wayne, to
open a private practice occupational therapy clinic for children of all ages in Kitsap County (Bremerton, Port
Orchard, Poulsbo, Silverdale and more). Integrating families into the treatment process and development of
their children’s skills is an important part of the occupational therapy provided at our clinic. Their vision is to
provide the highest quality therapy services to the community (children, parents, grandparents, physicians,
and other clinicians) while helping children reach their highest potential.
Dr. Jackie Brown, DrOT, OTR/L
Owner, Occupational Therapist
Jackie graduated from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, WA with a bachelor of science degree in occupational therapy in 2000. She later completed her post-professional clinical doctorate in occupational therapy at the University of Puget Sound in 2019. Jackie enjoys working with clients who have sensory processing disorders, autism, praxis difficulties and more. She is passionate about educating parents regarding their child’s specific needs, mentoring occupational therapy staff, and teaching occupational therapy students. In her free time Jackie enjoys traveling with her husband and daughter, exploring new places, bowling, reading, crocheting, geocaching, playing and collecting board games and spending time with friends and family. Certifications Certified in Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) CLASI CASI #1554 Certified in Sensory Integration (SIPT Certification #1602) Certified Autism Specialist (Certification # ACAS172631) Certified Sound Healer : Level 1 & Level 2, Expert Level DIRFloortime® Provider: Basic Certificate DIRFloortime® Provider: Certfiicate of Proficiency Professional Sensory Enrichment Therapy™ Certification Specialized Training The Alert Program® Astronaut Training Program (Vision & Vestibular) Beckman Oral Motor Protocol Craniosacral Therapy Techniques (All Ages: Birth & Up) The Listening Program® Member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Praxis Trainings Reiki Master, Certified Crystal and Chakra Healer Social Stories™ SOS Approach to Feeding Training Telehealth: Applying Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) in Telehealth Therapeutic Listening® (Basic and Advanced) Career Highlights • Opening Apple Tree Therapy, LLC in 2013 • 2010 Alaska Occupational Therapy Association Vice President • Presenting on numerous occasions about sensory processing • Completing training for Certified Autism Specialist • Training and mentoring many new graduate and student therapist and therapy assistants. • Advancing her skills in body and energy work with both Reiki and Craniosacral Therapy techniques. • Author of children’s book Meet the Overs and the Unders: Making Sense of Sensory Processing. • Completing her research project and doctorate degree in occupational therapy in 2019. • Providing Telehealth Services to mulitple clients and families throughout the pandemic. • Becoming adjuct faculty and teaching at the University of Puget Sound Occupational Therapy Program.
Lauren Brewer, COTA
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full Time
Lauren graduated from Lake Washington Institute of Technology with her associates degree as an occupational therapy assistant in 2019. Her interests include working with clients who have ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as incorporating techniques such as DIR/Floortime, Beckman and the connection between vision and vestibular input. In her free time Lauren enjoys hiking, attending concerts, running, working out, and spending time with friends and family. Certifications Autism Certificate (in process) Therapeutic Listening® (Basic) Specialized Training Becoming a Behavioral Detective King of Swings Sensory Workshop NDT for ASD Primitive Reflex Integration Career Highlights • Graduating as an occupational therapy assistant. • Joining Apple Tree Therapy, LLC team
Zara Conticelli-Aguirre
Front Office Receptionist
Zara worked over 5+ years working with children. She spent 4 years working as a paraeducator in a special education program through the Bremerton School District. She worked for 3 years in a pre-school based special education program for children on the autism spectrum In her free time Zara enjoys crocheting, watching movies, reading, and playing with her cats. Certifications Autism Certificate (Certification # AC23283291) Career Highlights • Completing her Autism Certificate training. • Working as a paraeducator for 4 years.
Wayne Brown
Owner/ Billing Specialist
Wayne helped open Apple Tree Therapy LLC in 2013 and has done many behind the scenes jobs including IT support, handyman, and billing. After 28 years working for a major retailer, Wayne joined the business full time in 2017 as a billing specialist. He loves that this job allows him to spend more time with his wife and daughter while being a larger part of working with children and their families every day. In his free time Wayne enjoys bowling, travelling, playing video games, Star Wars, building Legos, watching movies, and spending time with his family. Certifications Autism Certificate (Certification # AC17351) Specialized Training Reiki Master Career Highlights • Worked for a major retailer for 28 years • Travelled around Alaska providing IT support for his company • Completing his Autism Certificate training • Becoming a Reiki Practitioner • Being a part time stay at home dad
Bailey Hicks, MSOTR/L
Occupational Therapist - Full Time
Bailey graduated from Brenau University with her masters degree as an occupational therapist in 2018. Her interests include working with kids of all ages and abilities. She has specialized in working with children who are on the autism spectrum disorder (ASD). She loves supporting children and families in finding the magic in everyday life. In her free time Bailey enjoys yoga, hiking, kayaking, and spending time with her cats. She also loves anytime she can relax with friends and family whether in person or virtually for those that live in Georgia. Certifications Certified Autism Specialist (Certification #CAS22712702) Therapeutic Listening® (Basic) Specialized Training Astronaut Training Program (Vision & Vestibular) Handwriting without Tears Training Sensory vs Behavior Training Yoga in Pediatrics Career Highlights • Completing her MSOT degree • Completing her Certified Autism Specialist training • Returning to work at Apple Tree Therapy, LLC where she was previously a fieldwork student intern. • Experience working in an interdisiplinary team to create holistic interventions in a full time ABA setting.
Jennifer “Jenna” Long, MSOTR/L
Occupational Therapist - Full Time
Jenn graduated from the Radford University with her master of science degree as an occupational therapist in 2016. Her interests include the areas of pediatric occupational therapy, early intervention, and she loves working with a variety of diagnoses and families. In her free time Jenn enjoys spending time with her dog (Quigley) and her husband, exploring new places, reading and traveling. Certifications Certified Autism Specialist (Certification #CAS22702389) Therapeutic Listening® (Basic) Specialized Training Early Intervention Career Highlights • Completing her Certified Autism Specialist training • Completing her MSOT degree • Experience working with children in a variety of setting including early intervention, clinic, school based and rural communities.
Makenzi Nafus, MOTR/L
Occupational Therapist - Part Time
Makenzi graduated from Ithaca College with her masters degree as an occupational therapist in 2019. Her interests include the areas of feeding, learning more about the DIR/Floortime approach, and neurological issues. She has experience working with children on the autism spectrum, Down’s Syndrome, Chiari Malformation, visual perceptual delays, feeding delays and developmental delays. In her free time Makenzi enjoys outdoor activities (including running, hiking, kayaking), spending time with her husband and fur baby, Waldo, catching up with family and friends, food (eating it and making it), and reading a good book. Certifications Certified Autism Specialist (Certification #CAS2030300) Therapeutic Listening® (Basic) Specialized Training Pediatric Telehealth Course SOS Approach to Feeding Training Career Highlights • Completing her Certified Autism Specialist training • Completing advanced feeding training • Completing Therapeutic Listening® training • Completing her MSOT degree • Experience working with children in their natural environments
Michaelee “Mac” Hamblin, COTA
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full Time
Michaelee graduated from Idaho State University with her associates degree as an occupational therapy assistant in 2022. Her interests include working with pediatric clients, astronaut training, swallowing and feeding issues. They are excited to be a part of Apple Tree Therapy, LLC team to begin working with children again. In her free time Michaelee enjoys long boarding, camping, reading, puzzles, and magnet fishing. Certifications Autism Certificate (in process) Therapeutic Listening® (Basic) Career Highlights • Graduating as an occupational therapy assistant. • Joining Apple Tree Therapy, LLC team
