Move2Play Pediatric Physical Therapy

10/22/2026

Come work and play with us!

10/12/2026

10/07/2026

MEET OUR THERAPIST: MELISSA!
Today we’re shining the spotlight on Melissa Daughty, PT, DPT, one of our amazing Pediatric Physical Therapists at Move2Play!
Melissa has been part of the Move2Play family for almost 2 years and has been working as a pediatric PT for 8+ years, supporting children from infancy through their teenage years. She truly can’t imagine doing anything else!
Why Pediatric PT?
Melissa loves that pediatric PT combines movement, development, creativity, problem-solving, and relationships. Her favorite part? Watching a child have that “I DID IT!” moment—and seeing their confidence grow right along with their skills!
Her specialty?
Gross motor development, especially with infants and toddlers! She loves helping little ones build those foundational skills that lead to bigger milestones like standing, walking, playing, exploring, and becoming more independent. She also enjoys working with older kids and the higher-level skills that challenge her clinical thinking.
Favorite therapy tools?
Anything that gets kids moving and having fun! Therapy balls, BOSUs, peanut balls, swings, the vibration board…and of course, BUBBLES!
Something she wants parents to know:
“You know your child better than anyone. Trust your instincts, ask questions, and remember that every child develops at their own pace. Progress doesn’t always look the same for every child—and every accomplishment is worth celebrating!”
Melissa believes pediatric PT is about so much more than exercises. It’s about helping children play, participate, explore their world, keep up with friends, become more independent, and simply be kids.
A few fun facts about Melissa:
Favorite season: Summer
Favorite holiday: Christmas
Go-to drink: Fruity green tea energy teas, hot chocolate, mocha frappes & fruity teas from Shape It Up Nutrition
Favorite thing to do outside of work: Spend time with her family, watch her kids do what they love, and enjoy the everyday moments that become the best memories.
Dream superpower: Pausing time (because who couldn’t use a few extra hours in the day?!)
One word her coworkers would use to describe her: Caring
Melissa says being a mom has also influenced the way she practices pediatric PT, giving her an even deeper appreciation for the hopes, questions, worries, and emotions that come with watching a child grow and develop.
When asked what makes Move2Play special, Melissa said:
“The people. The therapists, the families, and the kids are who make it such a fun, encouraging, and supportive place to grow.”
We are so thankful to have Melissa on our team! Her compassion, creativity, and genuine love for children make such a difference every day.

10/06/2026

Today we're shining the spotlight on Taea, one of the newest members of the Move2Play family!
Taea recently earned her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from KU Medical Center, graduating this past May! While she's beginning her career as a pediatric occupational therapist, her passion for helping others and her love of creativity make her a wonderful addition to our team.

WHY DID TAEA CHOOSE PEDIATRIC THERAPY?
For Taea, one of the best things about working with children is that no two therapy sessions have to look the same. She loves the creativity that comes with pediatrics and the incredible resilience and joy children bring to accomplishing their goals—both the little things and the big things.

WHAT DOES TAEA LOVE MOST ABOUT HER JOB?
Making therapy feel like PLAY! Taea loves finding activities that meet each child exactly where they're at. Her goal is to create therapy experiences that are challenging enough to help children grow while still being fun enough that they can't wait to come back! One of her favorite ways to do this is through...
OBSTACLE COURSES!
Taea especially loves obstacle courses because they can combine fine motor and gross motor skills into one fun activity.

Pediatric therapy isn't Taea's only area of interest. During her education, she completed several clinical rotations in neurorehabilitation, including:
🧠 Stroke rehabilitation
🧠 Traumatic Brain Injury
🦽 Spinal Cord Injury
She also discovered a special interest in vision rehabilitation!
Her experiences have given her a broad perspective on occupational therapy and a love for helping people participate more fully in the activities that matter most to them.

But there's more to Taea than just the amazing therapist she is! Taea is a fall girl! She says fall is her favorite season, and she loves those magical "BER" months because they bring two of her favorite things: Fall and Christmas activities!
And speaking of Christmas...
It’s her favorite holiday!

Taea has made it her personal mission to explore every coffee shop she can find! But she's not necessarily a traditional coffee order kind of girl. Give her a delicious chai or matcha latte, and she's happy! If you're looking for Taea outside of work, there's a pretty good chance you'll find her exploring a new coffee shop, antique store, hiking trail, bookstore, or live music event. She also loves the outdoors!
Her favorite activities include:
🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🏃‍♀️ Running
🏐 Volleyball
She even played volleyball in college!
And when she's not playing, she keeps up with Nebraska volleyball, the Jayhawks, and the Chiefs.

Taea is also a proud dog mom to Mali, her two-year-old German Shepherd!

Here's something you might not expect about Taea...
She's a total artsy decor fanatic! She's also the type of person who can be easily convinced to learn brand-new arts and crafts skills. So, if you see Taea suddenly picking up a new hobby, making something, decorating something, or trying a new creative project.....don't be surprised! And she's currently studying Spanish!
If Taea weren't an occupational therapist, she'd love to design Hallmark cards or create designs for small businesses.

We're so excited to watch Taea grow in her career and see the difference she makes in the lives of the children and families we serve.

10/01/2026

Today we kick off National Physical Therapy Month!

09/30/2026

THE PEOPLE BEHIND MOVE2PLAY

Today we’re excited to introduce you to one of our rehab aides, Kelli!
Kelli loves being part of a team that genuinely cares about the kids and their families. She enjoys getting to know the families, helping wherever she’s needed, and being part of a workplace where every day is a little different—and there’s always something going on! Her favorite part of being a rehab aide is getting to interact with the kids, help the therapists keep things running smoothly, and celebrate those exciting moments when a child accomplishes something new. One thing the kids have taught Kelli is to celebrate the little things. Something that may seem small to someone else can be a really big accomplishment for a child. They’ve also reminded her to have fun, be patient, and not take everything so seriously.

A Few Fun Facts About Kelli
☕ Coffee or tea: Coffee
🍒 Favorite drink: Cherry limeade
🍓 Favorite snack: Strawberries & whipped cream
💚 Favorite color: Green
❄️ Favorite season: Winter
🎄🎆🎃 Favorite holidays: Christmas, 4th of July & Halloween—it’s a tie!
🏰 Favorite children's movies: All Disney movies
📚 Favorite children's book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

If Kelli weren't working at Move2Play, she'd probably be doing something involving planning, organizing, or traveling. She likes keeping busy and always seems to have a project going. One thing Kelli really appreciates about the Move2Play team is how each person brings their own personality, strengths, and expertise to the team, but everyone shares the same goal: helping kids and supporting their families. When Kelli’s not at work, you can find her running her three kids around to all of their sporting events and activities.

We’re so thankful to have Kelli as part of the Move2Play team!

Say hello to Kelli!

09/28/2026

THE PEOPLE BEHIND MOVE2PLAY
Today we’re excited to introduce you to Monica Fouquet-Tyler, M.S., CCC-SLP, Owner & Speech-Language Pathologist at Move2Play! Monica has been part of the Move2Play family for 5½ years, and in January, she took on a new role as the owner of Move2Play! Along with leading the practice, she continues doing what she loves most—working with children and families. Monica has been working in pediatric therapy for an incredible 25 years, and when asked what she loves most about working with children, her answer was simple: “Being able to be silly and have fun with kids!” But her favorite part of the job goes much deeper. Monica loves helping families find solutions to challenging issues that can ultimately help a child and their family live a better life.
A Little About Monica’s Therapy Approach
One thing Monica wishes every parent knew about speech and language development is that early and consistent intervention is important. Don't feel like you have to wait and see. You are your child's first teacher! Talk about what you're doing every day, model simple words, give your child time to respond, and most importantly—have fun!
Feeding is a journey that changes over time. Reducing pressure will make mealtime a social and enjoyable interaction. What your child eats at one meal or snack does not determine their overall growth or nutrition. Your child is watching you. You are modeling a healthy food relationship for your child.
Monica's favorite part of seeing progress is watching a child's face light up when they realize they said a sound or word, touched a picture, or learned sign language that ultimately made something else happen. The smile and joy that follows is inspiring. And nothing beats a parent coming in excited to share the progress they're seeing at home!
Monica also wants families to know that there isn't one right way to do therapy. Every therapist has different strengths and strategies, just as every child has different needs and ways of learning. Finding the right fit matters!
Most importantly, she hopes every child who walks through the doors of Move2Play feels peace, excitement, joy, and acceptance.
🌟 A Few Fun Facts About Monica
📚 Favorite children's book: The Leaf Thief
🎬 Favorite movies: Inside Out or Home
🏎️ Favorite therapy toys: Racecars or balls
🍬 Favorite snack: Twizzlers or Milk Duds
🍵 Coffee or tea: Tea
🥤 Favorite drink: Fountain Diet Dr. Pepper from QT
💚 Favorite color: Green
🍂 Favorite season: Fall
🎄 Favorite holiday: Christmas
📺 Favorite thing to do outside of work: Watch Netflix
🐱🐱🐶 Pets: Two cats and one dog
💛 Something surprising: She LOVES mustard!
✨ Dream superpower: Teleportation
✈️ If she weren't a therapist: She'd be traveling!
And if you describe her in one word, it is POSITIVE!

The Monica Behind Move2Play
What does Monica love about being part of the Move2Play team? The friendly people and comfortable, community-like atmosphere. One thing that makes Move2Play special, according to Monica, is our caring, experienced, and supportive staff. And her favorite Move2Play memory? Well… let's just say there was one day she accidentally came to work in her pajamas. 😂DON'T ASK HOW.
And finally, when asked to finish the sentence, “I love pediatric therapy because…”
Her answer? “I can act like a kid all day!”
We are so thankful for the experience, heart, humor, and passion Monica brings to Move2Play. We’re excited to have her leading the practice while continuing to do what she loves—helping children and families!
Say hello to Monica!

09/25/2026

THE PEOPLE BEHIND MOVE2PLAY
Today we’re excited to introduce you to Niomi Ndirangu, one of our Rehab Aides at Move2Play!
During the summer, Niomi also had the opportunity to take on the role of Learning Lab tutor, an experience she describes as incredibly rewarding.
What does Niomi love most about working with children?
The little things. She loves the unique way children see the world and how they can find joy in the simplest moments. Working with kids has a way of making the rest of the world stop for a while. When she’s with them, her focus is completely on their growth, success, and helping them discover what they’re capable of.
And there is so much joy in being part of that journey!
A Few Fun Facts About Niomi
📚 Favorite children's books: Eric Carle books, especially his adaptive books
☕ Coffee order: Iced sugar-free white mocha with oat milk
📖 Loves: Reading
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Favorite thing to do outside of work: Spend time with family
🎓 Currently studying: Elementary Education at Friends University
🌟 Future plans: Earn her M.S.Ed. in Special Education, specializing in High-Incidence Disabilities
But there is so much more to Niomi than her role at Move2Play.
One of the things she is most proud of is her work within the disability community, particularly her advocacy for individuals living with epilepsy. At just 18 years old, Niomi founded her nonprofit, Seize Your Future, inspired by her own experiences growing up with epilepsy. Since then, she has worked alongside the Epilepsy Foundation and the Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri & Kansas to provide seizure first-aid training to more than 6,000 people, including staff throughout the Butler County School District.
Her organization has also awarded scholarships to high school students living with epilepsy, and Niomi was honored with a NexGen Under 30 Award for her work as President and Founder of Seize Your Future. She has also written a journal designed to support individuals with epilepsy who may be navigating the mental health challenges that can come with a diagnosis.
Niomi's journey in the disability community began more than six years ago as a Direct Support Professional. She went on to work as a paraprofessional in a behavioral program and now has the opportunity to serve children and families as a Rehab Aide and Learning Lab tutor at Move2Play.
We love that Niomi brings not only her experience and knowledge, but also her heart for helping others to our team.
She says she is incredibly proud to be part of a team that helps children grow, learn, and thrive.
And one thing you should definitely know about Niomi?
She loves the Lord with all her heart and soul!
We are so grateful to have Niomi as part of the Move2Play family!
Say hello to Niomi!

09/21/2026

THE PEOPLE BEHIND MOVE2PLAY
We’re so excited to introduce you to Lexie Neises, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Move2Play Pediatric Physical Therapy!

Lexie has been part of the Move2Play family since 2024, when she joined our team as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant while she was in graduate school earning her master’s degree. And the best part? She was so excited to continue at Move2Play that she started working as an SLP the Monday after graduation!
When asked what she loves most about working with children, Lexie said she loves being part of their growth and celebrating the little victories along the way. She especially loves those moments when a child accomplishes something and you can see how proud they are of themselves. Whether it's communicating independently, trying a new food, or mastering a skill they've been working hard on, seeing that “I did it!” moment is her favorite part of the job.
Some of Lexie’s favorites
🫧 Favorite therapy toy: Bubbles!
🥔 Favorite snack: Any kind of chips & dip
☕ Coffee or tea: Both—but coffee wins!
🩷 Favorite color: Pink
❄️ Favorite season: Winter
🎂 Favorite holiday: Her birthday!
🐶 Pet: Ziggy, a Bernese Mountain Dog
🐱 Pet: Wayne, a cat

When Lexie isn't at Move2Play, you can find her listening to audiobooks, spending time with friends and family, shopping with her daughter, or checking out new restaurants and coffee shops.
Something fun about Lexie is that she's originally from Kentucky, right on the Ohio border! She and her family moved to Wichita in 2022. And if she weren't a therapist? Lexie says she'd probably own a children's play space or plan parties and events because she loves creating fun experiences and bringing people together! One of the things Lexie loves most about Move2Play is the collaboration between therapists. She enjoys sharing ideas, learning from her coworkers, and working together to figure out what will best support each child. When asked who has inspired her throughout her career, her answer was Miss Monica! Lexie says Monica has taught her so much, encouraged her to keep learning and growing, and helped her trust herself as a clinician. One of Lexie's favorite Move2Play memories is actually a very special one—the baby shower her coworkers threw for her. She said it meant so much to feel supported and celebrated by the people she works with every day, especially as she prepared to return to work.

We are so lucky to have Lexie as part of the Move2Play team! Her heart for children, love of learning, and dedication to her patients make her such a special part of what we do.

Say hello to Lexie!