Heather has 21 years of experience as a Physical Therapist and 10 years of experience as a business owner. She has dedicated the past 6 years to serving and providing optimal care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through waiver services.. She has created a team of compassionate, caring, and professional clinicians at Therapeutic Wellness Consultation (TWC) who put advocating for their clients as top priority. She enjoys providing a supportive work environment that focuses on teamwork, collaboration, and growth mindset. Outside of work Heather enjoys spending time with her two teenage children, teaching yoga, traveling, and spending time in nature.
Heather Jones, CEO, MSRPT
Nicola Fiem, Chief Operating Officer & HR Consultant
Nicola Fiem is a board-certified SHRM HR Business Consultant and founder of MF HR Business Consulting. With a strong foundation in healthcare, supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Nicola brings expertise in organizational strategy, human resources, and operational management. Over the past year, she has provided consultation to TWC in HR compliance, workforce development, and business operations, with a specialized focus on healthcare systems.
Her decision to collaborate with TWC is driven by a deep alignment with the organization’s mission and values. TWC’s dedication to equipping clinicians with autonomy, independence, and instrumental resources reflects Nicola’s own commitment to fostering sustainable, people-centered business practices. Through her role, she is proud to support TWC in strengthening continuity of care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
I’m Angela, a Recreation Therapist with 8 years of experience, previously in geriatrics. I have become passionate about helping individuals with disabilities get out into the community and find things that they enjoy doing. I love being able to try new activities and ideas with my clients and finding something that just clicks for them. Joining TWC has not only given me the ability to make a difference in my clients’ and their caregivers’ lives, but it has also introduced me to fantastic clinicians from all disciplines that care so much for this amazing population.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my husband and our two amazing children. Caring for our son, who is special needs, has also given me a much better understanding of just some of the things that the caregivers and families that we work with go through every day. I believe all of my experiences are continuing to make me a better clinician and I am always learning new things. I am so grateful to be working with TWC because it gives me the flexibility to be with my family, but also to continue making a difference in other people’s lives while learning more and more every day.
Angela Mesa, Lead RT
Melissa Colwell, Lead OTR/L
My name is Melissa and I am a second-career occupational therapist (OT). Previously, I worked in the fitness industry as a yoga instructor, personal trainer, and operations manager. I chose Therapeutic Wellness Consultants (TWC) because they foster a positive work environment and sense of belonging, and ensure their clinicians feel valued for the remarkable work they do. TWC also embodies the same personal and professional values as I do, filling a much-needed gap in the continuity of care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). My role is to facilitate holistic collaboration, creative problem solving, and integrative support plans, so that caregivers and other support providers are well-equipped to help clients reach their full potential. I strive to develop authentic, trusting relationships with my clients and their supports, and I love to incorporate playfulness whenever I can. OT’s put the FUN in FUNctional! In my free time, I enjoy hiking, cooking new recipes, and snuggling with my two beautiful pups.
I have 34 years of experience in healthcare as an Occupational therapist. I’m truly passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. I believe that compassion and acceptance are at the core of providing quality care, and it’s incredibly fulfilling to know that my efforts are making a difference in someone's life. My journey as a mother of a son on the spectrum with special needs has deeply shaped my perspective on care, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to merge personal experience with professional expertise in such a meaningful way. My journey led me to Therapeutic Wellness Consultants. I am so blessed to work with amazing clinicians who truly care for the people we support. For the first time in my career I truly have found my niche.
Lead OT Jennifer Rauschenberg, OTR
Lead PT Julie Hawkins, DPT
My name is Julie, and I have been a physical therapist for 30 years. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, including public schools, skilled nursing facilities, home health, and, most recently, 13 years in an acute care hospital setting. Early in my career, I combined my passion for physical therapy with coaching high school basketball, an experience that helped shape my collaborative and team-oriented approach to care. Outside of my professional life, my faith, family, and friends are my greatest blessings. My husband, Joel, and I are recent empty nesters and proud parents of two sons, Jared and Jaden, both graduates of the University of Virginia. Watching them grow into caring and accomplished young men is definitely something I am thankful for everyday.. I joined TWC nearly two years ago and have been incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be part of such an exceptional team. This role has allowed me to draw upon my diverse clinical experiences and apply them in creative, meaningful ways to support the individuals and caregivers I serve. While we work as independent contractors, there is a strong culture of collaboration and support among the therapists at TWC. Whenever challenges arise, there is always a colleague willing to share ideas and resources to help ensure the best possible outcomes. The therapists at TWC are among the most compassionate and creative professionals I have encountered throughout my career. I am thankful to be part of a team that is dedicated to improving lives and fostering meaningful relationships with individuals and caregivers. It is a privilege to work in a setting where I can combine my passion for helping others with the opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact every day.
Lead PT Amie Gillie, DPT, GCS
Hi! I’m Amie, a Physical Therapist with 12 years of experience and a doctorate from Simmons University in Boston. I’m also a Clinical Specialist in Geriatrics. I love helping people improve their quality of life through movement, comfort, and meaningful support. Listening to and hearing the whole story of a whole person is the first step!
Outside of work, I’m a mom to two energetic boys who keep me busy and laughing. My happy place is hiking in the mountains of Colorado with my family, especially when the wildflowers are blooming. I’m an avid reader and love learning about things outside my current understanding.
I love working with TWC because I’m given the time, support, and freedom to keep learning, growing, and exploring different approaches to healing and health.
Lead SLP Stacie Jude, MS, CCC/SLP
Stacie Jude, MS, CCC/SLP has over 30 years of experience as an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist. She has worked in the medical setting, treating adults in acute care, outpatient, inpatient rehabilitation and home health settings. She completed her undergraduate degree at James Madison University and graduate studies at the University of the District of Columbia. Stacie is qualified to evaluate and treat adults with disorders as a result of CVA (aphasia, apraxia and dysarthria), TBI, neurological disorders, cognitive deficits, head and neck cancer, tracheotomy, total and partial laryngectomy, motor speech disorders, language disorders, dysphagia (Modified Barium Swallow Studies) and fluency (stuttering). Stacie has additional specialized certifications in FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing), E-stim, IM (Interactive Metronome), and LSVT-Loud for individuals with voice disorders secondary to Parkinson’s Disease. Stacie serves on the Language Disorders and Cognitive Disorders committees as a peer-reviewer for the ASHA National Conventions. She also serves on the National Black Association for Speech Language and Hearing Medical SLP Committee.
Stacie loves to travel and eat delicious food from around the world, however, she is inspired by the success of her clients as they progress towards meeting their speech, language and/or swallowing goals.
“I really enjoy working with the TWC team because we have been given the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of the individuals we serve by proving quality service and support.”
Lead OT Page Wian, OTR
Page is an occupational therapy consultant and is board certified in Physical Rehabilitation through the American Occupational Therapy Association. She has been an occupational therapist for 9 years and has a background in acute care where she specialized in intensive care and coma stimulation/delirium prevention, as well as feeding in neonatal care. Page is inspired by helping people manage their sensory needs to increase their ability to be independent. Page spends her free time with her husband and daughters, taking care of her chickens and working in the garden. TWC has given Page the opportunity to work closely and provide long term, personalized care to her clients and their caregivers.