THERAPY WEST - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Supervisor of Physical Therapy Services, Center Coordinator of Clinical Education
includes supervision of the physical therapists. Anne also serves as the center coordinator of clinical education for physical therapy. Anne received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise and Sports Science with an athletic training emphasis at Iowa State University and her doctorate degree in physical therapy at Chapman University.
Job Titles:
- Professor of Clinical Practice
Dr. Imperatore Blanche is a Professor of Clinical Practice, Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, USC, and Adjunct Associate Professor, Universidad de Chile. She graduated from the University of Chile with a degree in occupational therapy, acquired her Masters Degree in Special Education at Teachers College, Columbia University and her Doctorate in Occupational Science at the University of Southern California. Dr. Imperatore Blanche is a co-owner and co-founder of Therapy West, Inc & pLAy Studio. In 1984, Dr. Imperatore Blanche trained with Dr. Ayres, the founder of Sensory Integration Theory.
Since then she has taught extensively in the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America on the topics of sensory integration, neurodevelopmental treatment, and occupational science. She has authored and co-authored multiple publications in the areas of occupational science, play, sensory integration, and evaluation and intervention of children with developmental disabilities.
As an administrator of clinical services, Janet's role at Therapy West, Inc. is to supervise administrative and therapeutic staff at all three Therapy West, Inc. locations. Janet received her bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees in occupational therapy from the University of Southern California. Her doctoral research was focused on parent experiences of having a child with autism. Janet has always enjoyed working with children and initially intended to become a special education teacher, however once she discovered the field of occupational therapy, she felt it was a perfect match.
Job Titles:
- Supervisor of Clinical Practice at Therapy West, Inc
As a supervisor of clinical practice at Therapy West, Inc., Juliana supervises the therapeutic staff. She also has a specialty in oral motor/feeding treatment. Juliana earned her Master of Arts in occupational therapy from USC and Swallow Certification (SWC) through the California Board of Occupational Therapy. As an occupational therapist, Juliana admits that there is no greater joy and satisfaction than providing fair opportunities to all children and their families. She values working at Therapy West, Inc. because it is a great place for professional and personal growth. Outside of Therapy West, Juliana enjoys teaching and mentoring therapists worldwide and spending time with her family.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Billing Services