Joanna has been a pediatric physical therapist for 17 years and has been the owner of Beelieve Pediatric Therapy for the last 7 years. She had a vision for a clinic in DFW that not only helps kids with special needs, but one that recognizes and celebrates all kids’ accomplishments and milestones! She has experience and extensive training in neurodevelopmental treatments, autism, aquatic therapy, CP management, Down syndrome, pediatric equipment, partial weight bearing with gait training, assessment of the high-risk infant, torticollis, functional electrical stimulation, spasticity management, spina bifida and working with children with severe impairments. Joanna is trained and certified in TheraSuit Therapy and is competent in using the Universal Exercise Unit to help children of all ages with neurological impairments. Joanna is passionate about intensive therapy and has found this to be a very effective treatment approach in meeting functional goals in a short period of time. 

Joanna and her husband, Rudy, opened Beelieve in January of 2015 and have been enjoying this new adventure helping kids and their families by providing the best all-around care to help each one of them meet their highest potential and bee the best that they can bee. When not at work, Joanna enjoys spending time with Rudy and their two active children, Baylee and Liam. She loves watching the Arkansas Razorbacks, watching Baylee and Liam play sports and act, doing anything outside, traveling, and going out to eat.

Graduated with her Masters in Occupational Therapy from UT Pan American in Edinburg, TX. Since becoming Therapy Director, Marilu has been able to fulfill her passion for assisting families and therapists as we collaborate to help kiddos reach their greatest potential. She loves assisting in all aspects of our client’s care both behind the scenes and directly with the therapists.

Allison graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Texas at Arlington and earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern Medical Center. She has experience and training working with children with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, spina bifida, torticollis, muscular dystrophy, and developmental delays as well as many other neurodevelopmental diagnoses and genetic conditions. Allison also has specialized training in Total Motion Release (TMR tots and teens), Dynamic Movement Intervention level C (DMI), Functional Electrical Stimulation, and Theratogs.  She is dedicated to helping children thrive by building strength, confidence, and independence through movement and play and supporting their families every step of the way.

Graduated from the University of Arkansas and received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern Medical Center. Miranda has experience working with children with  a variety of diagnoses including developmental delay, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, toe walking, torticollis, spina bifida, oncology diagnoses, orthopedic injuries, genetic conditions, and many other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

Graduated from Texas Tech University and received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. Sami has experience treating a variety of diagnoses including Down Syndrome, Autism, Developmental delays, toe walking, and multiple other neurological and orthopedic diagnoses.

Graduated from Univ of the Incarnate Word and earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. Natali has experience working with a variety of diagnoses including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, torticollis, developmental delays, and autism. 

Graduated and earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Harding University in Searcy, AR. Megan has experience working with children with cerebral palsy, torticollis, muscular dystrophy, oncology diagnoses, developmental delays, and orthopedic conditions as well as many other neurodevelopmental diagnoses and genetic conditions.

Graduated with honors from Baylor University and earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University. Maddy’s experience in pediatrics includes working with children facing a range of neurological conditions, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, torticollis, Down Syndrome, and genetic disorders. She’s treated a variety of orthopedic issues such as toe walking, postoperative rehab, scoliosis, fractures, and general musculoskeletal injuries.

Courtney graduated from Mississippi State University and received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Baylor University. She has experience treating a variety of diagnoses including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, torticollis, developmental delays, autism, and other orthopedic and neurological diagnoses. She also is one of the treating therapists in our Aquatic Program!

Danielle earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center after completing her undergraduate degree at UNT in Denton. She is a Pediatric Certified Specialist (PCS) and is DMI Level A certified. Danielle has worked with kids of all ages with various neurological, genetic, and orthopedic conditions. 

Outside of the clinic, you’ll usually find her traveling with her family (including her sweet baby boy!) or checking off her bucket list goal to visit every NBA arena and NFL stadium!

Sam earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Texas Woman's University. Sam has provided therapy services for children in a wide variety of settings and has focused on working with complex populations. Sam has extensive experience working with a variety of conditions including neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders, genetic disorders, medically complex patients and those with developmental delays. Sam is DMI Level B certified and has experience with theratogs, the hypervibe, the universal exercise unit and therasuit. Outside of the clinic Sam is involved with a medical camp helping to ensure all kids have access to the magic of nature. Sam is excited to helping children thrive by working on movement, strength, balance and functional skills that are specific to your family allowing your child and the family as a whole to engage with your community and in activities that are meaningful to you. Sam is excited to walk alongside you in all stages of your journey and to see what we can accomplish together.