Kristie D.

Kristie D. has a diverse work experience spanning various fields. Kristie started their career as a Personal Fitness Trainer at Total Woman Gym + Spa from 2005 to 2012. Kristie then worked as a Spa Coordinator at Massage Envy Spa from 2015 to 2016. Kristie later joined Karate For All as a Karate Instructor for children with special needs from 2017 to 2018. Kristie transitioned into the field of occupational therapy, completing internships at Easy Speech Therapy Center and Little Trees Therapy in 2020. Kristie then pursued their Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, working as a Doctoral Intern and subsequently earning their OTD degree. Kristie gained further experience as a Pediatric/Early Intervention Occupational Therapist at Open Play Therapy and as an Occupational Therapist specializing in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and PACE at Therapy Specialists, a HealthPRO Heritage Company. Currently, Kristie serves as a Senior Living Occupational Therapist and Clinic Director at EmpowerMe Wellness.

Kristie D. completed their Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton from 2015 to 2017. Kristie began their education at Saddleback College from 2011 to 2015, where they earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Psychology and General Education. Additionally, they obtained a certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association in December 2021.