OUR TEAM

Our team at Lori Kilpatrick Pediatric Therapy is made up of dedicated professionals across multiple disciplines—including speech, occupational, and physical therapy—who work together to support your child’s growth. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our therapists communicate closely with one another and with families to ensure every child receives coordinated, comprehensive care that supports their developmental milestones and helps them reach their full potential.

We are committed to ongoing learning, and our team regularly participates in continuing education to stay up to date on the most effective, evidence-based treatment approaches. This commitment allows us to provide high-quality therapy that evolves with the needs of the children and families we serve.

Our wonderful support staff plays an essential role as well. They are here to help with scheduling, answer insurance questions, and ensure that your experience with our clinic is smooth, welcoming, and stress-free.

Together, our team shares one mission: to provide compassionate, collaborative, and family-centered care that empowers children to thrive.

SPEECH THERAPY

Lori Kilpatrick, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Lori Kilpatrick, and I am a speech-language pathologist and the owner of Lori Kilpatrick Pediatric Therapy. I am married to my husband, Gerrod, and we have two sons, Carson and Harper, as well as a sweet little dog named Adeline. I love spending time with my family and enjoying sports, traveling, and anything outdoors.

I graduated from The University of Southern Mississippi with a master’s degree in speech-language pathology in 2002. After spending ten years in a hospital setting, I followed my passion and made the leap into private practice. I am incredibly grateful for the growth of this practice and for the wonderful team I get to work alongside each day.

I absolutely love partnering with families to help their little ones communicate more effectively and to reduce stress around mealtimes. Feeding therapy is a huge passion of mine and a major reason I chose to open my own practice. One of the things I treasure most about our clinic is our collaborative, team-based approach—it truly allows us to support each child in the most holistic and meaningful way.

Early intervention leads to success, and we are here to support not only your child, but your entire family.

Amy Herbert, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Amy Herbert. I received my masters from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2014. I am Speech-Language Pathologist and Orofacial Myologist with a variety of trainings in oral-motor skills and development, feeding, and tethered oral tissues (TOTS). I am passionate about helping children of all ages succeed, with a particular love for supporting babies in their early stages to thrive in life. I live in Long Beach with my husband and 2 daughters. Committed to ongoing education, I continually seek advanced trainings to ensure the best treatment for families, prioritizing prevention over intervention for long-term success.

Amy Fisher, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Amy Fisher. I have been a speech pathologist since 2005. I received both undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of South Alabama. I have worked in multiple settings, including acute care, outpatient rehab, schools and early intervention. Pediatrics is my favorite by far. I feel blessed to be a part of each child’s life with whom I provide services. I was raised in the community and now live in Vancleave with my husband, three daughters and my dog. I love taking rides on our boat, going on trips with my family and watching my girls play various sports and activities.

Anna Walker, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Anna Walker, and I have been a speech therapist since 2006. I received my Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Alabama, where I attended both undergraduate and graduate school. I have worked with both adults and children in a variety of settings, but pediatrics is my passion. I grew up in Ocean Springs, and I currently live there with my two children. We enjoy golf cart rides along the beach and watching the kids do what they love with their extracurricular activities.

Mary East, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Mary East and I have been a speech therapist since 2015. I was born and raised in Memphis, TN. I attended Mississippi State University and received my bachelor’s degree in Educational Psychology. I then attended graduate school at the University of Tennessee and received my master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have worked in the school district, acute care, and outpatient hospital settings, but have found my home here with pediatrics! I live in Ocean Springs with my husband, two kids, and our basset hound. I find such joy working with kids every day and am so grateful to be a small part of their journey!

Courtney Letort, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Courtney Letort. I am so excited to be a part of this team as a Speech Language Pathologist. I received my bachelor's degree from the University

of South Alabama and my master's degree from Alabama A&M University. I have worked with people of all ages, however I love getting to work with children. I currently live in Biloxi with my husband, Chase, and our two fur babies, Blue and Freya. I am so thankful for the opportunity to help children along the Mississippi Gulf Coast build their communication skills.

Melissa Rivera, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Melissa Rivera and I have been a Speech-Language Pathologist since 2011. I received both my bachelor's (2009) and master's (2011) degrees from The University of Southern Mississippi (TTT!). I have lived in South Mississippi my entire life and am proud to call it home. I currently live in Ocean Springs with my husband, Ryan, our daughter, Amelia, and our pup, Sammie. I have spent a large portion of my career as a school-based SLP with preschoolers and elementary age children. I also have experience working in a variety of medical settings. In the fall of 2025, I made the move into private practice and I am thrilled to be part of this team at Lori Kilpatrick Pediatric Therapy! I am honored to work with each child that comes into my life and be a part of their story.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Kaylee Johnson, DPT

Physical Therapist

My name is Kaylee Johnson, and I have been a pediatric physical therapist since 2015. I completed my undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Louisiana State University and earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. I live in Ocean Springs, MS with my husband, Patrick, and our four children - Noah, Brooks, Luke, and Kaki. I am certified in Craniosacral Fascial Therapy and specialize in treating tethered oral tissues and infant feeding. I love working with children and their families, and I am so excited to serve the pediatric community on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!

Lindsey Rosal, DPT

Physical Therapist

My name is Lindsey Rosal, and I have been a physical therapist since 2011. I earned my undergraduate degree in Health, Leisure, and Exercise Science from the University of West Florida and my Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of South Florida. I live in D’Iberville with my husband, Jesse, and our three daughters—Adelyn, Elena, and Isabel. On the weekends, you can usually find us at the soccer field or cheering at a gymnastics meet. I am truly honored to be part of this incredible team and am excited to make a positive difference in the lives of children and their families.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Amy Cochran, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

My name is Amy Cochran and I and I have been practicing occupational therapy since 1994. I am a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and I currently live in Ocean Springs , MS with my husband, Joel, and our two sons- Josh (22) and Aidan (19). I feel extremely blessed to work in the area of pediatrics, helping children reach their full potential and supporting their caregivers.

Morgan Appel, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

My name is Morgan Abell, and I have been practicing occupational therapy since 2019. I studied at Mississippi State University, and then I graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical Center with my Master's of Occupational Therapy in 2019. I have worked with both adults and children with various diagnoses and in different settings, but I have found the most joy and purpose while working in the pediatric setting! I love helping children and their families meet their goals and reach their highest potential. My husband, Tyler, and I live in Saucier with our children, Riley and Tate, and our dog, Scout.

Alaina Ladner, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

My name is Alaina Ladner, and I’ve been working as a pediatric occupational therapist since 2018. I attended Southern Miss for undergraduate, and graduated with my Masters of Occupational Therapy from the University of South Alabama. I live in Biloxi with my husband, Kyle, and our 4 beautiful children. I love being a pediatric OT, especially being able to support kids and their families as we work toward their goals to participate in play, school, and daily life activities.

Laura Kate Taranto, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

My name is Laura Kate Taranto, and I am so grateful to be a part of this amazing team. I studied Kinesiology at Mississippi State University before earning my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at the University of South Alabama. I currently live in my hometown of Ocean Springs where I love to walk the beach with my dog, Murphy, and spend time on the boat with my family. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to serve this community as a pediatric occupational therapist. This profession is incredibly rewarding, and working with children brings me so much joy! I look forward to helping these kids and their families thrive.

Patient Care Coordination

Vianca Aybar

Office Manager

My name is Vianca Aybar and I am the office manager. I am married to my husband, Jared, and we have one precious daughter, Madison. I love spending time with my family and especially enjoy our beach vacations and our trips to Ecuador. I have a degree in computer science engineering. I have experience in teaching and have owned businesses in the past in Ecuador. I also worked in early intervention for many years and find great gratification in helping families with children with disabilities. It brings me joy to collaborate all that goes into making sure these children have every opportunity to succeed and meet their goals! I have worked with Lori since 2018 and have loved growing this practice with her. I look forward to more growth in the future!

Lisa Allwurden

Insurance Authorization Coordinator

My name is Lisa Allwurden and I am the Insurance Authorization Coordinator at Lori Kilpatrick Pediatric Therapy. After high school in Ocean Springs, I spent many years in the optical field, which took me from Mississippi to New York, Europe, and Florida. While in Florida, I met my husband of 22 years. We decided to move back to Ocean Springs in 2017. I have 2 children, 2 stepchildren and 4 grandchildren. In my free time I enjoy cooking, flower gardening and spending time with my family and 14 year old mini poodle, Obie.

Lisa Armstrong

Patient Care Coordinator

My name is Lisa Armstrong. I joined this amazing team in July 2021 after 2 decades of working in the Hospitality industry. I am a product of an Air Force family that made the Mississippi Coast our home. I studied Fine Arts at MGCCC and William Carey College. My husband, John and I have been married since 2008 and we enjoy camping and cruising with our three incredible kids: Sebastian, Alana and Elliot. When we are not traveling I enjoy playing trivia and board games with friends and family.

Susan Peavy

Patient Intake Specialist

My name is Susan Peavy, and I am a Patient Intake Specialist. I’m delighted to be joining this fantastic office staff, and it is a privilege to support the excellent work done by the therapeutic team. I look forward to coming to work each day!
I have two adult sons, one daughter-in-law, and three gigantic granddogs, all in Texas. Some of my other family grew up on The Point, so I recently made my home in Ocean Springs to be nearby. When I'm not working, I love to take long walks with my dog Geneva, who didn't get to join me in October when I walked the Camino de Santiago. Someday, I hope to tackle the A.T., too!

Rylee Trosclair

Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator

My name is Rylee Trosclair, and I graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications and a minor in Business. I grew up on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and in my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, sewing, and shopping.