Born and raised in the Bronx, Aceneth Mercado-Franco now offers bilingual special instruction to Spanish-speaking families.

After watching her mother work with deaf and hard of hearing babies and toddlers, Behavior Specialist Korey Renshaw later experienced early intervention as both a parent and a provider.

After more than 30 years of counseling and teaching, early intervention special instructor Wendy Dougherty came out of retirement to help children and their families dealing with behavioral issues.

After 26 years, Special Instructor Aprile Goehring's career has come full circle.

If you child hasn't begun walking by 15-18 months, these simple strategies may help improve their strength, balance, and confidence.

Occupational therapist Christina Kreider works with kids to help them complete everyday activities like eating, playing, and getting dressed.

As one of Happy Hearts’ newest providers, physical therapist Kaylie Vrabel-Lopez helps children with gross motor skill delays hit age appropriate milestones.

Speech Therapist Allyson Zimmerman spent ten years working at a school district before joining Happy Hearts.

As a special instructor, Ashley David specializes in language skills, cognitive development, and social skills.

Occupational Therapist Savanna Major shares how her passion for working with kids led her to join Happy Hearts after passing her boards.

Occupational therapist Jen Ruth describes herself as a child at heart, with a love for helping kids play and develop necessary skills.

Special Instructor Brittany Hartlove has a background in special ed and a heart for working with toddlers and helping them grow and develop.

Amy Chase was once a K-5 teacher, and is now an early intervention special instructor helping kids with play and early language skills.

When Bethany Kibiger's son had a speech delay, she learned firsthand the benefits of early intervention. Now she's a special instructor.

Meet Sarah Collins, early intervention speech therapist for Happy Hearts, and discover her heart for kids, teaching, and nature.

Meet Johnna Spotts, speech therapist for Happy Hearts, and find out how she's inspired by the early intervention coaching model.

Meet Kerry Herb, speech therapist for Happy Hearts, and discover why she went into early intervention.

Meet Jess Tofany, founder of Happy Hearts, to discover what drew her to work with children with special needs.