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 3 beautiful daughters, running, playing basketball, Spikeball, the drums, and board games. 

KATIE CHASE
COTA/L, A.C., Co-OWNER

Katie is an Idaho native and has lived in the Boise area the majority of her life. Katie has always had a devotion for helping others and found her passion in occupational therapy when a family member was in a transitional rehab facility for a short time.

Katie graduated from Brown Mackie in Boise with an A.A.S. in Occupational Therapy Assistant in 2017. She  has worked mainly with the pediatric population and has experience with aquatic therapy, self-regulation, and sensory integration. 
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Katie loves spending time outdoors with her husband and son, playing with her dogs, and watching The Office.

Cara Travis, OTR/L
​OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Cara was born in St. George, Utah, however has lived most of her life in Mountain Home, Idaho. She received her undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology from Brigham Young University-Idaho. She then went on to receive her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona.

She started as an OT in November of 2020 where she quickly developed a specialty in D.I.R. Floortime and sensory integration. She is passionate about creatively helping all of her patients reach their potential! 
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Cara spent 1 1/2 years living in Hawaii and 2 in Arizona, then returned to Idaho, where she hopes to raise her family.

She enjoys kayaking with her husband, camping, drawing, painting, ceramics, soccer, and hiking.

KENIDEE ROBINSON, COTA/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Kenidee was born and raised in Pocatello, ID and has only recently moved to Boise. Kenidee graduated from Idaho State University in Pocatello with an A.A.S in Occupational Therapy Assistant in 2021. She also received a Bachelor's of Health Science in 2018. 

Kenidee has been working with the pediatric population for the last 9 months, but has worked with kids for the last 6 years as she was going to school. Kenidee has experience with sensory integration, self-regulation, and feeding. Kenidee has always known that she wanted to work with kids and loves being able to make connections with each child in a one-on-one setting. 

Kenidee enjoys spending time with her family, boating, jet skiing, crafting, and watching baseball (specifically, the SF Giants).

DIANNE NIKAKIS, COTA/L, CAS
​OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Hailing originally from NYC, Dianne completed her AS in Occupational Therapy with a minor in
Psychology while her husband was stationed in Sacramento, CA.

With over 15 years of pediatric experience in outpatient, school based, and aquatic therapy, Dianne holds a pediatric specialty from NBCOT, is a Certified Autism Specialist, and Interactive Metronome provider.

In her spare time, she loves to cook big Italian dinners, read historical fiction, and relax with her three
English bulldogs. She has been actively volunteering with Special Olympics in over 5 states and
recently with Game Changers here in Idaho.

She is a mom to two grown children and a
stepmom to a third. As her husband recently retired after 25 years active-duty Army service,
she relocated to Idaho to be close to her daughter and is anxiously awaiting grandbabies!

A proud big kid at heart, she believes that play is the most important occupation for all children and is constantly researching ways to make therapy fun!

LYNDSEY HILTON, COTA/L, CAS
​OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Lyndsey was born in Washington but comes from a military family and has lived in many different places, including Guam, Alaska, and England. She graduated high school in Idaho and loves being in the Boise area.

She has an Associates of Applied Science from Idaho State University and has been passionate about working with kids since she was young.

Lyndsey enjoys painting and playing tennis. She is kind, hardworking, and dedicated to providing the best treatment to all of her patients. 

​Emma Alderman, M.S., CCC-SLP
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Emma is a Chicago-born, North Carolina transplant and new Idaho resident. After living and working in North Carolina for several years, she decided that Idaho was the place to be!

Emma attended University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point where she received both her Bachelors and Masters degree (2020 and 2022 respectfully). She is passionate about speech therapy and the many wonderful benefits it can provide children to help them communicate. 

Emma enjoys camping and hiking in the mountains. She also enjoys painting, reading, traveling, and spending time with family/friends. 

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 chelsea@adapttherapyidaho.com. 

WORK WITH US

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