Mainely Kidz PT was founded in 2004 by Jen Corbeil. Shortly after starting Mainely Kidz, Jen quickly realized the need for clinics where children could receive all their therapeutic services in one location easing the burden on the parents along with reducing the stress of the children. With this concept in mind she has grown Mainely Kidz PT from a one room physical therapy clinic to a therapeutic center offering physical, occupational and speech therapy. Over the years Jen has resisted the temptation to add adult therapy to the clinic and has remained committed to providing quality therapeutic services for infants and children of all ages. Here at Mainely Kidz the focus is on helping children reach their full potential while striving to provide families the support and attention they deserve.

Therapist Profiles

Jen Corbeil (Founder, Physical Therapist) graduated from Northeastern University in 1995 with her degree in Physical Therapy. While working in a variety of settings including acute rehab, long term care, sports medicine and homecare Jen pursued her Masters in Health Administration at the University of New Hampshire and graduated in 2000. In 2002 while providing home care for adults and children Jen took a part time physical therapy position at a local school and quickly realized working with children was her calling. Jen has attended numerous specialty trainings including neurodevelopmental therapy (NDT), neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), sensory integration, autism, torticollis, adaptive equipment and wheelchair seating and positioning, and positive behavioral support systems. She is also trained as a trainer (travelling to other facilities to teach the staff in proper use of the litegait system) for Mobility Research in partial weight bearing gait training and uses the Litegait at Mainely Kidz PT to promote proper gait patterns, early walking and balance reactions. Jen is an active member of the Maine chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association and was instrumental in bringing Funfitness to the Maine Special Olympics Summer games as the Funfitness Clinical Director for the State.  She enjoys guest lecturing at some of the local colleges and welcomes students and volunteers anytime at Mainely Kidz for training and exposure in pediatrics. Jen completed training with Izabela Koscielny in September 2009 in Michigan and is excited to be offering both suit therapy and intensive therapy programs at Mainely Intensive which is an affiliate of Mainely Kidz PT. Jen hopes to continue her education by pursuing her doctorate degree with a focus in pediatrics. You can reach Jen at jen@mainelykidzpt.com

Susan Gagner (Physical Therapist Assistant) graduated with high honors from Newbury College in Boston in 1992 with an Associates in Physical Therapy.  She  be gan her career in Pediatrics when she moved to Maine in 1998 and provided physical therapy services at Waban preschool and also worked in a public school setting.  Prior to that, Sue was senior staff at John Heinz Institute of Rehabilitation in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. There she worked with clients with cerebral vascular accidents, orthopedic impairments, traumatic brain injury and also worked on the pediatric floor.  What Sue enjoys most in working with the pediatric population is seeing the parents and childrens reactions and smiles when they accomplish a goal such as crawling or  taking their first steps. Sue is married and has 2  sons ages 13 and 5 years old. Sue has attended courses on wheelchair seating and positioning, autism and yoga for the special needs child.  Sue incorporates yoga into her treatment sessions and has also assisted local elementary schools with integrating yoga into the classroom.  You can reach Sue at sue@mainelykidzpt.com

Kathy Strohm (Office Manager) Kathy graduated in May 2009 with a degree in Allied Health.  Before transitioning to Mainely Kidz PT Kathy served as a Medical Assistant at a physician’s office which specializes in pediatrics.  In addition to her clinical and medical office experience, she also has an extensive business background. Kathy was employed by Unum for 13 years and held many roles supporting broker relationships and marketing. In addition to her career she is a mother of 2; she and her husband enjoy supporting local athletics and both volunteer as baseball and basketball coaches in their community.  Kathy is also involved in women’s volleyball and is currently an active member of the Maine State Volleyball Association where she served as league coordinator for 3 years. You can reach Kathy at kathy@mainelykidzpt.com

Lee Ann Dutremble (Speech Language Pathologist) Lee Ann graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1996 with a degree in Communication Disorders.  Lee Ann began her career as a Speech/Language Pathologist in the Kennebunk School District working with children in grades K-5.  After six years in Kennebunk, Lee Ann chose to open her own private practice in Biddeford Maine which she maintained for four years.  At that time Lee Ann raised her family of three children and worked part-time out of her home office, independently contracting with Child Development Services of York County.  In 2006, after her children were all in school full time, she decided to work in a school system again.  She has been working at the Kindergarten Center in Biddeford for the past four years and is now working at the middle school level along with being employed at MainelyKidz.  Lee Ann lives in Biddeford, Maine with her husband of 15 years and her three children.  She loves watching her children take part in sporting activities and dance classes.  She enjoys taking family trips, camping and taking pictures.  She is very excited about being part of the therapy team at MainelyKidz.  You can reach Lee Ann at LeeAnn@mainelykidzpt.com

Stephanie Lewinski (Occupational Therapist) Stephanie graduated with her Masters in Occupational Therapy from Chatham College in 2001.  She then  provided Occupational Therapy services at a preschool in Lewiston Maine.  She decided to go into private practice in 2002 and worked with children from birth to 10 years old during this time.  She provided services at preschools and homes through Child Development Services.  Stephanie, her husband and her two sons relocated to Wells Maine and she continued to work at Child Development Services where she provided services in a variety of settings and also provided case management.   Stephanie has training in hand writing without tears, oral motor feeding difficulties, sensory integration neuro-developmental therapy techniques and vision therapy.  You can reach Stephanie at stephanie@mainelykidzpt.com 

Beth Lazzarra (Physical Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant) graduated with her Bachelors degree in Exercise and Sport Science from Colby Sawyer College in 2005. She went on and received her Physical and Occupational Therapy Assistant degrees from River Valley Community College in 2007. Beth completed clinical rotations in skilled nursing, acute care and completed pediatric rotations with the Keene, NH school district and at Crotched Mountain School in Greenfield, NH. Beth started her career in geriatrics working in an assisted living facility with clients with Alzheimers, dementia and other memory impairments . Shortly there after, she obtained a school based job within the Rochester School District in New Hampshire where she found her passion in working with children. Beth has attended a variey of  courses on autism and has interest in sensory  integration, strengthening of the cerebral palsy population and handwriting without tears.  In her spare time Beth enjoys jogging, traveling and sports. You can reach Beth at beth@mainelykidzpt.com

Kate Corrigall (Speech Language Pathologist) graduated from University of New Hampshire in 2003 and went on to receive a Masters of Science in Communication Disorders from Boston University in 2005.  She has dedicated her career to working in pediatrics and has experience in working with children of all ages.  She began her career at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA, and then went on to work with children requiring early intervention, providing home therapy and case management in Boston and Brookline.  In 2009, Kate relocated to Maine, where she grew up. Since being back in Maine she has worked exclusively with the pediatric population, in the clinic, home and preschool settings.  She has extensive experience working with feeding disorders, individuals with visual impairments and social language difficulties.  In addition to working as a speech therapist, she enjoys spending time with her family and creating things – from new recipes to D.I.Y. home projects. You can reach Kate at kate@mainelykidzpt.com

Kayla Hinkley (Occupational Therapist) Kayla graduated from UNE with a Masters in Occupational Therapy in 2007.  Kayla initially worked in a skilled nursing facility and then decided that she really wanted to work with children.  She began working at a local school district and continues to do this while she is working at Mainely Kidz. Kayla has experience in sensory integration, neuro-developmental therapy techniques, and handwriting without tears. Kayla is also a varsity field hockey coach.

  Hilary Terhune (Physical Therapist) graduated with high honors with a Master’s of Physical     Therapy (MPT, class of 2004) at American International College in Springfield, MA. She began her career in medical research, having attained her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Microbiology and Immunology in her native land of Canada. Hilary moved to the United States to pursue research with Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University, met her husband in 2001 and decided to stay. They moved to Maine in 2005, and in the same year welcomed their first child into the world. Hilary’s physical therapy experience began in acute rehab and has included outpatient brain injury and specialized school setting.  During her MPT, Hilary became fascinated by hippotherapy, a specialized treatment technique using the horse as a treatment surface.  In addition to her work at Mainely Kidz, she treats both children and adults using hippotherapy techniques at a local center. She has experience and additional training in areas of sensory integration, neurodevelopmental treatment techniques and behavioral management. Hilary has two children at home (ages 5 and 3) and has now found her calling in working with children. She is a member of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association and American Hippotherapy Association and has been a member of the American Physical Therapy in the past. She enjoys horseback riding, running and reading in her spare time. You can reach Hilary at hilary@mainelykidzpt.com

 Dani Nicoletti (Occupational Therapist) Dani graduated from the University of New England in 2005 with a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy. Since then, Dani has worked exclusively with the pediatric population. She began her career at Pediatric Development Center where she treated children using a sensory integrative focus. From there, she worked at Child Development Services where she provided early intervention services specializing in developmental delay and sensory integration. Dani enjoys treating children of all ages and has extensive experience working with children with autism, sensory integration dysfunction, and fine motor delays. When Dani is not playing at work, she is playing at home with her two young children. She also enjoys yoga, photography, and downhill skiing. You can reach Dani at dani@mainelykidzpt.com.

Cherelle Oakes (Speech Language Pathologist) Cherelle graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a Masters degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. There she concentrated her studies in the areas of Language and Literacy Disabilities as well as Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Inclusive Education. Cherelle began her career at Pine Tree Society where she worked almost exclusively with individuals using alternative means of communication. After this position, Cherelle began working for the local RSU23 school district where she works with middle and high school students. Cherelle is currently still employed there in addition to working at Mainely Kidz PT. Within the field, Cherelle is interested in play based therapies, AAC and the connection between language and literacy. Cherelle grew up in Maine and after attending school out-of state has moved back to the area. She enjoys reading, hiking and downhill skiing in her free time.

Casie Buffum (Physical Therapist)

Buddy (Mascot, Greeter) 13 year old Yellow Labrador Retriever that enjoys lying around the clinic and greeting the children. He loves to be patted and has developed a special bond with many of the Mainely Kidz kids. Buddys primary focus is food but he also enjoys seasonal activites such as rolling in the snow and swimming and he loves to nap. You can reach Buddy at buddy@mainelykidzpt.com