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Smart Therapy is a local company, with two convenient locations, that provides physical, speech, and occupational therapy services in our outpatient clinics as well as local school districts, private schools, and home-based pediatric clients in MS.
Since 2012, we have provided evaluations, attended IEP meetings, and facilitated school and home-based interventions for students with developmental deficits. As a team, we incorporate scheduling and coordinate treatment approaches with multi-disciplinary team members as well.
Marvin, the Rehab Director, is a dedicated occupational therapist with over 12 years of experience in pediatric care. Known for his strategic initiatives to improve rehabilitative services, he consistently optimizes resource allocation and employs evidence-based practices to achieve optimal outcomes. He holds a doctorate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, an M.S. degree from the University of South Alabama, and a Healthcare Quality and Safety certificate. He is also certified as an Autism Specialist by IBCCES and has attained SOS Approach to Feeding Level 1 Certification. His areas of interest include visual-motor processing and pediatric feeding and swallowing.
As the Rehab Coordinator, Erin combines her clinical and administrative skills to provide unique interventions in school-based and outpatient settings. Beyond her administrative duties, Erin is passionate about direct patient care, focusing on developmental milestone progression for clients with a range of congenital and acquired diagnoses. Her areas of interest include sensory integration and feeding, and she’s currently pursuing certification as a Handwriting without Tears Handwriting Specialist.
Kellye is a dedicated therapist providing services in all school-based settings, committed to facilitating children’s full potential and independence in academic environments. With a focus on enhancing motor skills and overall physical well-being, she improves balance, coordination, strength, and flexibility. A graduate of Mississippi State University with a degree in Biomedical Engineering and a Certificate of Assistive Technology from Louisiana Tech, Kellye also holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Her special interests lie in pediatric assistive technology and orthopedics.
Autumn graduated from Mississippi College in 2019 with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Kinesiology prior to graduating from the University of Mississippi with a Doctorate of Occupational Therapy in 2023. She provides skilled services to children at both our outpatient locations and at Pediatric Place Medical Daycare. Autumn is currently completing training to become a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS) and a Certified Primitive Reflex Clinical Specialist (CPRCS). She enjoys working with all ages of pediatric patients and has special interest in the areas of feeding disorders, early intervention, integration of primitive reflexes, sensory processing disorder, visual motor disorders, and neurological disorders.
Kaleigh is a Speech-Language Pathologist at SMART Therapy, where she evaluates and treats individuals with speech, language, cognitive, and feeding disorders. Kaleigh enjoys utilizing play-based therapeutic interventions to foster language development and meaningful communication, including the use of functional activities to support growth across a variety of settings. She graduated from Samford University in 2020 and has been a part of the SMART Therapy team since July. Kaleigh has a special interest in early intervention, feeding therapy, and the implementation of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, including eye-gaze technology. Originally from Madison, MS, Kaleigh enjoys lifting weights, taking her 2-year-old goldendoodle for walks, and traveling with her family in her free time.
Mary Majette is a speech-language pathologist providing services in outpatient and school-based settings. Mary is compassionate about helping the pediatric population overcome communication challenges. Mary is a graduate of New York University with a master’s degree in communicative disorders. Her special interests include sensory processing disorders and feeding.
Bailey is an Occupational Therapy Assistant with Smart Therapy, where she proudly services the Holmes County School District. She is passionate about supporting students and helping them reach their fullest potential in both the classroom and everyday life. Bailey is married to her husband, Wyatt, and together they are raising their daughter, Birdie Kay. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with family, traveling, and relaxing with a good Netflix series.
Adair provides skilled services to children in outpatient and school-based settings. She thrives in implementing individualized play-based and therapeutic interventions to facilitate increased age-appropriate independence regarding self-care skills and academic performance. Adair is a doctoral degree graduate from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Her areas of interest include reflex integration, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and handwriting performance.
Rachel is a licensed speech-language pathologist with more than 10 years of experience in pediatric therapy. She specializes in addressing feeding and communication challenges, particularly in children with Autism, Down Syndrome, and other various genetic disorders. Rachel is dedicated to helping her patients and their families feel understood, supported, and confident throughout their therapy journey. Rachel earned her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the Mississippi University for Women in 2014.
Hannah is an accomplished Occupational Therapy Assistant and Clinical Coordinator at Smart Therapy, where she blends clinical excellence with strategic leadership. She earned her Associate of Applied Science as an Occupational Therapy Assistant from Holmes Community College in 2017 and completed her Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Administration at University of Mississippi in 2025. Hannah brings a systems-minded approach to pediatric therapy services, supporting both client outcomes and operational efficiency. In her dual role, she works directly with children to help them achieve meaningful developmental milestones while also coordinating clinical services, supporting therapists, and strengthening organizational processes. Her background in health systems administration enhances her ability to lead with structure, compliance awareness, and long-term growth strategy in mind. She is passionate about delivering high-quality, ethical care while building strong relationships with families, staff, and community partners. Outside of her professional work, Hannah enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her husband, Alex, and their two children, Rivers and Miles.
Jeryl Baker, COTA/L earned her bachelor’s degree from Jackson State University in 2016 and went on to graduate from Holmes Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant program in 2021. She has transitioned into pediatric outpatient therapy, treating children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, and a variety of other diagnoses. Jeryl brings empathy, dedication, and enthusiasm to every session, striving to connect with each child in a way that fosters growth and confidence. In her free time, Jeryl enjoys spending quality time with her husband, family, and friends. She loves seafood, staying active at the gym, and nurturing her faith. One of her favorite scriptures is: “Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.” – 1 John 4:4.
With over 22 years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, she brings extensive knowledge and compassionate care to every client she serves. She earned her Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Mississippi and has worked in a wide range of settings, including skilled nursing facilities, home health, schools, virtual therapy, and outpatient clinics. Her experience includes working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, articulation and language disorders, stroke, dementia, and other neurological and developmental conditions. This broad clinical background allows her to deliver evidence-based, individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals. She currently works with a school-based population serving students in grades 3–5, supporting their speech and language development to promote academic success and social communication skills. She resides in Canton, Mississippi with her husband, Brian. Together they have two daughters, Emma Grace (21) and Piper (15), and a two-year-old grandson, Parker.
A native of Greenwood, Mississippi, she brings a strong sense of community and Southern hospitality to her role as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She believes helping others is more than a career—it is a calling. As both a PTA and a mother of two sons, she understands firsthand the vital role that health, mobility, and independence play in a family’s overall well-being. After completing her educational foundation at Hinds Community College and Jackson State University, she committed herself to serving individuals across the lifespan, with a special passion for supporting children and families. Her clinical approach is rooted in compassion, encouragement, and evidence-based practice. She is known for her high-energy, people-first approach, creating engaging therapy sessions that motivate children to reach developmental milestones while building confidence and independence. Whether assisting a child who is learning to walk, improving coordination, or strengthening motor skills, she is dedicated to helping every patient reach their fullest potential. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her two sons and actively giving back to the community she proudly calls home.
Lara is an experienced speech-language pathologist who supports children from birth and beyond with speech and language disorders. She specializes in early intervention and listening and spoken language development for children who are deaf or hard of hearing and is a Certified Auditory-Verbal Therapist (LSLS Cert. AVT®). She received her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders from LSU Medical Center. She is passionate about partnering with parents and caregivers to help children reach their full communication potential.
Anna is an occupational therapist providing skilled services to children in both outpatient and school-based settings. She utilizes play-based, evidence-informed interventions to support children in developing the skills needed for independence and success at home and in school. AK graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and has a special interest in handwriting, fine motor development, and early intervention, with a passion for helping children build confidence through meaningful participation.
