Kathleen has over 25 years experience working with children with various disabilities. She attended the University of Wisconsin Madison and received her undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. She received her Master of Science degree from Cardinal Stritch University in the area of Business Managment. Throughout her career, she has worked as a pediatric physical therapist in various treatment settings. She has provided services in the public schools, at the Waukesha County birth to three program, and at her private practice. Along with providing direct care to children, Kathleen is certified as an Assistive Technology Professional through RESNA. For 11 years, she was a co-owner in a rehabilitative equipment company that specialized in custom seating.

Kathleen's interest and experience in horseback riding motivated her to expand her practice. Currently, Kathleen is in private practice and is providing clinical services (using horses as a treatment tool) to children with physical and sensory disabilities at two area riding facilities. She has developed a riding program for students challenged with disabilities at South Milwaukee Schools where she is concurrently working as a physical therapist. Kathleen is a registered member NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association) and the American Hippotherapy Association. She has taken numerous courses in hippotherapy and has completed a graduate certificate in Hippotherapy through Western Michigan University. Other areas of experience include NeuroDevelopmental Therapy and Myofacial therapy.