MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Joanna Littler
Owner & Physical Therapist
Joanna is a pediatric physical therapist and the co-founder and owner of Beelieve Pediatric Therapy, which she opened with her husband, Rudy, in 2015. What began with a vision for a different kind of pediatric therapy clinic has grown into a multidisciplinary practice serving children and families throughout Keller, North Fort Worth, Aledo, and the surrounding DFW community.​
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With more than 20 years of experience as a pediatric physical therapist, Joanna has extensive training in the treatment of children with neurological and developmental conditions, including cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, spina bifida, torticollis, high-risk infants, gait and mobility challenges, and children with complex physical needs. Her advanced training includes neurodevelopmental treatment, aquatic therapy, functional electrical stimulation, gait training and partial weight-bearing systems, pediatric equipment, TheraSuit Therapy, and use of the Universal Exercise Unit.​
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Today, Joanna's role has expanded beyond direct patient care as she leads Beelieve's team and works to continually improve the experience for patients, families, and staff. She is passionate about building a workplace where therapists feel valued and supported, developing programs that meet the changing needs of families, and finding new ways for Beelieve to serve more children throughout the community.
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Outside of Beelieve, Joanna loves spending time with Rudy and their two children, Baylee and Liam. You'll often find her cheering on the Arkansas Razorbacks, watching her kids on the field or stage, traveling, spending time outdoors, or finding a great place to eat.
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More than a decade after opening Beelieve, Joanna remains passionate about the same mission that started it all: helping children and families BEE the BEST they can BEE!
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Favorite place to eat in DFW: Lupe Tortilla
Go to drink order: Vanilla sweet cream cold brew
Beach or mountains? Beach!
Marilu Flores
Therapy Director & Occupational Therapist
Marilu is Beelieve Pediatric Therapy’s Therapy Director and an Occupational Therapist who has been part of the Beelieve team since 2016. She earned her degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2015 and has spent her career working with children and families across a wide variety of pediatric needs and settings. Her experience includes autism and ADHD, crisis intervention, intensive therapy, aquatic therapy, and supporting children with a broad range of developmental and functional needs.
Over the years, Marilu’s role at Beelieve has grown alongside the company. As Therapy Director, she works closely with Beelieve’s therapists, directors, and leadership team to help ensure that both the clinical and operational sides of the practice work together to provide an exceptional experience for children and families. She is passionate about connecting the goals and needs of families with the knowledge and strengths of our therapists to create an environment where every child has the best opportunity to succeed.
A large part of Marilu’s role is supporting the people who care for Beelieve’s patients. She provides clinical and professional guidance and training to therapists and employees, helps orient and welcome new team members, participates in hiring, and supports Beelieve’s directors as they lead and develop their teams. She also oversees many behind-the-scenes aspects of clinic operations, including credentialing, provider licensure management, and using data to help guide thoughtful decisions for Beelieve and the families we serve.
Although much of her work now happens behind the scenes, Marilu still loves opportunities to step back into her OT role—whether filling in with Beelieve’s Intensive Therapy Program, helping with aquatic therapy, supporting a therapist with a challenging situation, or working directly with a family to determine how Beelieve can best meet their child’s needs. And as Beelieve’s unofficial Spanish translator, she is always willing to jump in when a Spanish-speaking family or team member needs a little extra help connecting.
What Marilu loves most about her role is having the opportunity to support Beelieve as it continues to grow and evolve while never losing sight of why that growth matters: the children, families, and therapists at the heart of it. She loves building connections, helping others grow, solving problems, and finding ways to make Beelieve better for both the families who trust us with their children and the team members who care for them every day.
Outside of Beelieve, Marilu is a busy boy mom of three who would choose a day outside with her family just about any day of the week. She loves running, lifting weights, practicing jiu-jitsu, and—of course—coffee! Most importantly, she relies on God’s strength each day as she balances family, leadership, and all of the many roles she loves.
Favorite place to eat in DFW: Mod Pizza, Piada, and Cava
Go to drink order: vanilla latte or brown sugar shaken espresso OR sugar free red bulls
Beach or mountains? MOUNTAINS; love hiking and trees!!! love nature!! --> but not a huge fan of sand or salt water / sharks scare me lol
Katelyn Willingham
Occuaptional Therapy Director
Katelyn has been a pediatric occupational therapist since 2020. She graduated summa cum laude from Texas Tech University before earning her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. A proud Red Raider, she brings a strong educational foundation, diverse clinical experience, and a genuine passion for helping children and families thrive.
Throughout her career, Katelyn has worked in both home health and outpatient pediatric settings, supporting children with developmental delays, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, sensory processing challenges, feeding difficulties, and a variety of other developmental needs. She has additional training in Therapeutic Listening and Pediatric Bodywork, allowing her to incorporate specialized approaches into individualized treatment plans.
As Beelieve's Occupational Therapy Director, Katelyn supports and mentors our OT team, helping therapists grow in their clinical skills, build confidence, and provide exceptional care to the children and families we serve. She enjoys collaborating with her team, sharing knowledge, and finding thoughtful solutions to challenges while helping our occupational therapy program continue to grow.
What Katelyn loves most about occupational therapy is working alongside families to problem-solve and discover meaningful solutions that make everyday life feel a little more peaceful, manageable, and successful. She finds it especially rewarding to help children experience joy in their daily activities while developing the confidence, skills, and independence they need to thrive. Her calm, compassionate approach helps families feel supported and encouraged throughout their therapy journey.
Outside of Beelieve, Katelyn loves spending time outdoors, whether she's walking her dog, Sage, working out, or enjoying a beautiful day on a patio. She also treasures quality time with her family and friends and is always happy to cheer on her Texas Tech Red Raiders!
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Favorite place to eat in DFW: Chuy's
Go to drink order: Hot latte or matcha latte
Beach or mountains? Beach!
Caitlin Perryman
Speech Therapy Director
Caitlin is the Speech Therapy Director at Beelieve Therapy, where she has been part of the team since 2018. She began her career at Beelieve as a full-time speech-language pathologist before transitioning into leadership roles and ultimately becoming Director of Speech Therapy. She currently oversees and supports the SLP teams at both the Keller and Aledo locations.
Before joining Beelieve, Caitlin spent five years working in the school setting. While she loves all aspects of speech-language therapy, she has a particular passion for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). She has completed specialized trainings in AAC applications, positioning, and device mounting and enjoys helping children find the communication system that best allows them to express themselves. What Caitlin loves most about her work is helping children find their voice and share their unique personalities with the world. She believes every child has something important to say and loves being part of the journey that helps them communicate it.
Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys spending time with her husband, their two children, and their two dogs. She loves traveling and exploring new places, trying new restaurants, and finding fun new experiences to enjoy with her kids.
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Favorite place to eat in DFW: Cane Rosso
Go to drink order: Vanilla Latte
Beach or mountains? Beach!
Allison Barrett
Physical Therapy Director
Allison Barrett, PT, DPT, is the Physical Therapy Director at Beelieve Pediatric Therapy, where she has been part of the team since 2017. Her journey at Beelieve began as a clinical student, and she went on to become a full-time physical therapist before growing into a leadership role as the clinic and physical therapy team continued to expand. Allison earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Throughout her career at Beelieve, Allison has developed a strong passion for working with children with neurological diagnoses and helping each patient reach their greatest level of independence. She has also served as an intensive therapist and is a passionate advocate for intensive therapy, recognizing the value of focused, individualized treatment in helping children work toward meaningful functional goals.
Allison has advanced training in Total Motion Release (TMR), neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), Non-Invasive Spinal Stimulation (NISE-Stim), and Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Introductory Level C. She is passionate about combining evidence-informed therapeutic approaches with compassionate, individualized care tailored to each child and their unique needs.
One of Allison’s greatest joys is partnering with patients and their entire families. She believes that building strong relationships with families and providing compassionate, kind care are essential to helping children make meaningful progress and achieve greater independence in their everyday lives.
In her role as Physical Therapy Director, Allison has a deep passion for supporting and developing other therapists. She loves training clinicians, sharing knowledge and clinical experience, and helping therapists continue to grow in their confidence, skills, and ability to provide exceptional care. She is committed to fostering a supportive team environment where both therapists and patients can BEE the best they can BEE.
Outside of work, Allison loves spending time with her husband and their two children, Charlotte (4) and Henry (2). She enjoys trying new restaurants and coffee shops, making memories with her family, and staying active through Pilates.
Favorite place to eat in DFW: Teddy Wongs
Go to drink order: Sweater weather at Rodeo Coffee or Dr. Pepper :)
Beach or mountains: Beach!
Megan Houk
Office Manager
Megan keeps everything running smoothly for both families and staff. She is passionate about creating a welcoming and organized environment where everyone feels supported.
Outside of work, Megan is married and a proud dog mom to her dachshund, Jimmy! She enjoys spending her free time reading and swimming whenever she can.
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Favorite place to eat in DFW- Nanglo
Monica Ohlman
Billing Manager
Monica has been part of the Beelieve team for five years and brings more than 20 years of experience in billing and finance to her role as Billing Manager. Before joining Beelieve, she spent 12 years with Deloitte & Touche, where she managed a finance team of 15 employees across the country. She later owned her own medical billing company, working with clinics similar in size to Beelieve. Monica holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix.
For Monica, being part of Beelieve is also deeply personal. As the mom of two young adult sons on the autism spectrum, she spent many years on the parent side of pediatric therapy. She has a deep appreciation for the therapists and professionals who have supported her family and loves that her role now gives her an opportunity to give back to a community that has given so much to her.
At Beelieve, Monica helps families navigate insurance benefits, authorizations, claims, and the financial side of therapy. She understands how overwhelming this part of the process can feel, particularly for families who are just beginning their journey. Whether she is solving an insurance problem, supporting a therapist, or helping a family understand what comes next, Monica believes the greatest impact comes from a strong community of support, with each person playing a meaningful role in a child's journey.
Outside of work, Monica lives in Georgia with her husband and loves reading, fishing, spending time with her family and dogs, and finding new ways for her boys to experience the world and know they have a place in it. Above all, she wants them to have every opportunity to BEE the BEST they can BEE!
Favorite place to eat in DFW: Coco Shrimp. It's a must every time she's in Texas!
Go-to drink order: Vanilla cold brew coffee
Beach or mountains? Beach, hands down! Monica grew up in Southern California going to the beach, so it will always feel a little like home.