ABOUT US

Adapt Therapy was started by two therapists who want to make a positive impact and give back to the community they grew up in. These therapists and their team provide exceptional therapy services and are a valuable resource for families.

Adapt Therapy is passionate about providing opportunities for growth through functional exploration and play in your natural environment. Through play and exploration, your child will be able to learn adapted responses that promote functional independence and self-confidence to give them the ability to adapt to any setting.

Established in 2021

OUR GOAL
Every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. At Adapt Therapy, we empower them to do just that.
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Our goal is to provide you and your child with the functional skills, knowledge, independence, and self-confidence to adapt to whatever life throws your way. Through exceptional therapeutic interventions and functional skill development (and lots of play!), we do just that. 

OUR TEAM

JARED PURVIS
OTR/L, CAS, Owner / Founder

Jared is an Idaho native and proud of it. He has lived in 3 other states and even another country (Peru) where he became fluent in Spanish, but nothing compares to the Treasure Valley.

Jared graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia with an M.S. in Occupational Therapy in 2016. He has worked mainly with the pediatric population and has specialty experience with Vision Therapy, Visual and Cognitive Processing Therapy, Sensory Processing and Integration, and Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation.

Jared loves spending time with his wife and 4 beautiful daughters, running, playing basketball, Spikeball, the drums, and board games. 

Occupational Therapists

MEREDITH BOWEN, OTD, OTR/L
​LEAD OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Meredith is an Occupational Therapist with an OTD from the University of Southern California, where she also earned a Graduate Certificate in Sensory Integration. With over two years of experience, she is passionate about supporting children through meaningful, play-based therapy that nurtures confidence, engagement, and developmental growth.

Born in North Carolina and raised in Southern California, Meredith recently relocated to Idaho and is excited to be part of the community. She values building strong relationships with families and takes pride in creating a warm, supportive environment where children feel encouraged to explore and thrive.

Outside the clinic, Meredith enjoys spending time outdoors, whether hiking, biking, walking, or simply exploring the area. She also loves trying new restaurants and spending time with her fiancé and their dog.

EMILY GIRE, OTD/L
​OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Emily earned her Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas, graduating in May 2025. Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, she recently relocated to Idaho and is already loving the community, the outdoors, and all the new adventures it brings.

Emily is passionate about empowering children to grow, learn, and thrive through engaging, play-based therapy. She values building strong relationships with families and believes therapy is most impactful when it’s fun and meaningful for each child.

When she’s not in the clinic, Emily enjoys staying active—whether running, lifting, dirt biking, paddle boarding, or mountain biking. Most of all, she loves exploring Idaho’s outdoors with her fiancé, Nick, and their Irish setter, Wren. 

JESSICA ADAMS, OTR/L
​OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Jessica is a compassionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist with a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Loma Linda University and over nine years of experience working exclusively in pediatrics. Originally from Claremont, California, she has called Idaho home for the past five years and loves being part of the Adapt Therapy team.

Jessica is deeply passionate about supporting autistic children and their families through neurodiversity-affirming practices that celebrate each child’s strengths and individuality. She finds joy in helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive in their everyday lives.

Outside of work, Jessica loves spending time outdoors with her husband and their two boys—whether going on family bike rides, taking walks, or simply enjoying Idaho’s beautiful weekends together.

Hanna Armstrong, OTR/L
​OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Hanna is an enthusiastic OT with a passion for helping children reach their full potential. Hanna earned her Master's in Occupational Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and has over three years of hands-on experience specializing in pediatrics. She has a particular interest in sensory processing, autism, and mental health, and has even done some aquatic therapy.

Hanna's approach is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of how to engage children in therapeutic activities that support their growth and well-being.
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Originally from Kirkland, Washington, Hanna's journey has taken her to Idaho. Her diverse background and love for outdoor adventures make her a natural fit for a career in occupational therapy. Whether she's exploring the great outdoors or connecting with children, Hanna brings energy and creativity to everything she does. She thrives on finding innovative ways to help kids build skills and independence, all while making therapy fun and enjoyable.

Outside of her professional life, Hanna enjoys rock climbing, skiing, hiking, camping, and running. She believes that outdoor activities are essential for both personal growth and overall well-being, and she brings this philosophy into her work as she encourages children to stay active and engage in meaningful physical activities. 

Occupational Therapy Assistants

RACHEL KING, COTA/L
​LEAD OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSIst.

Born and raised in Boise, Idaho, Rachel has lived in 5 different states since growing up, but she has ended up back in her forever home - IDAHO!

She was a 4 year student athlete, playing Division 1 soccer at New Mexico State University and Southern Utah University where she received her bachelor's degree in Psychology. Following graduation, she attended College of Western Idaho receiving her A.A.S as an Occupational Therapist Assistant. She has over a year of experience with the pediatric and geriatric population. She is very passionate about the field of occupational therapy across the lifespan. 

She loves being outdoors, spending time with her family and dog, and watching sports! 

SOFIE BOGDANOVE COTA/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSIst.

Sofie is a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with nearly five years of clinical experience working exclusively in pediatric settings, including outpatient clinics, schools, and home-based care. She earned her Associate in Applied Science degree from Green River College, where she developed a strong foundation in collaborative, play-based therapy approaches.
Originally born in New Mexico and raised in Southern Oregon, Sofie has lived in several states—including Idaho, Texas, Florida, and Oregon—and recently returned to Idaho. She is grateful to be back and to support families within a community she feels connected to.
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Sofie believes in a holistic, family-centered approach to occupational therapy, ensuring parents and caregivers feel supported and empowered alongside the children she works with. She is passionate about helping children build confidence, independence, and joy in their daily routines and strives to create meaningful, child-centered sessions that honor each child’s strengths and individuality.

Outside the clinic, Sofie enjoys hiking, reading, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her husband and their dogs.

BEKAH GIFFEN, COTA/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSIst.

Born and raised in Mountain Home, Idaho, Bekah moved to Boise in 2017 to attend Boise State University, where she earned her associate’s degree in Health Science. After graduation, she began working as an administrator at a local therapy clinic, where she discovered her passion for helping others. This experience inspired her to continue her education at the College of Western Idaho, where she earned her A.A.S. as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Bekah has over a year of experience working with pediatric clients and enjoys supporting children as they develop new skills and confidence.
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Outside of work, Bekah enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, going on nature walks, playing volleyball and spikeball, and getting together with friends for board games. She’s also recently taken up alpine skiing!

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS

Kymber Broadhead, MA, CCC-SLP
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

​Kymber was born and raised in Meridian, Idaho. 
After graduating with her Masters in 2019, she moved to North Carolina where she worked at an outpatient clinic and an inpatient rehab hospital. She was happy to return home to Meridian in 2021. 

Kymber attended Utah State University in Logan, UT for both her Undergraduate and Masters Degrees. She completed additional courses during school for an emphasis in Listening and Spoken Language. 

She enjoys going for long walks in nature, reading, playing pickleball and volleyball and spending time with family and friends. 

She loves working with children and being a part of a collaborative team to provide services. She has experience working with a team to treat speech sound disorders associated with Cleft Lip/Palate.

Some of her favorite areas of speech language pathology are treating speech sound disorders, Cleft Palate speech, Childhood Apraxia of Speech and working with Assistive and Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices. 

Brighten Miller-Smith M.S. CCC-SLP
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Brighten brings 3 years of experience in the field and a true passion for helping others communicate. Brighten earned her Master’s of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Emerson College, completing clinical rotations in the Treasure Valley and graduating from Boston. Her expertise shines in areas such as early language development, AAC, and cleft lip and palate, where she’s been an integral part of Dr. Giffith’s team for the last three years.

A native of Sandpoint, Idaho, Brighten’s journey in speech therapy is deeply rooted in her community. After earning her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Idaho, she moved to Boise to expand her clinical experience and has called it home for the last six years.

When she’s not at the clinic, Brighten stays active as a Pilates and Lagree instructor, enjoys walking the greenbelt, and soaking up the sunshine with her husband and friends.

RACHEL CANAN, MA, CCC-SLP
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

​Rachel is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a master’s degree from Idaho State University and four years of experience supporting individuals in developing their communication skills. Originally from Montana, Rachel has called Idaho home for the past 14 years and is proud to serve families in her community.

​Her professional interests include working with individuals with cleft palate, as well as those using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems and addressing speech sound disorders. Rachel is passionate about helping each client find their unique voice and fostering confidence through clear, meaningful communication.

Outside the clinic, Rachel enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and their dog, Ronald. She also loves gardening, reading, and cooking.

ADMINISTRATION

CHELSEA HORNE
BILLING & INSURANCE COORDINATOR

Chelsea was born and raised in Memphis, TN but has lived in Boise for 6 years and counting! Chelsea attended Christian Brothers University where she received her degree in biology, but has extensive experience in billing and insurance (over 6 years.)

Chelsea loves exploring all that Idaho has to offer with her husband, 2 year old daughter, and 2 dogs, Phoenix & Memphis.  They love going to all the parks, walking the green line, playing in the river, hiking, and skiing. 

Chelsea considers it a blessing to work in the pediatric clinic setting with occupational and speech therapists as she gets to witness the miracles these services do for children. It has become her passion to educate and help families advocate for their child's services while navigating insurance. 

​If you are interested in learning more about Idaho based assistance programs for your child, reach out to Chelsea at [email protected]. 

NAOMI WAGNER
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Naomi was born and raised in San Diego and made the move to Boise, Idaho in August 2024 with her boyfriend. She received a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Grand Canyon University. 

At heart, she is a homebody and an introvert who enjoys cozy nights in playing video games with friends and her boyfriend. She also loves cooking, reading thrillers, and hosting board game-style party nights.

She is a proud dog mom to an 11-year-old pup who’s like her baby. While she enjoys quiet time at home, she also loves adventures, like road trips and discovering new places! She loves comedy is currently studying Korean to reconnect with her heritage and family roots after visiting Korea and Japan recently. She has since developed a deep appreciation for East Asian cultural arts. ​

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We are always looking to grow our team with enthusiastic, professional, passionate therapists.
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