Meet the Team
Ashley Mattes
Ashley is a passionate and playful Certified Occupational Therapy practitoner who believes every child deserves the chance to thrive in their own unique way. As a mom of two, Ashley created Blossoming Beginnings to serve families with the same care and compassion she would want for her own daughters. She is dedicated to helping children build independence through fun, meaningful activities that celebrate their individuality. With a strong foundation in a wide range of pediatric specialties, Ashley brings creativity, empathy, and a whole lot of heart to every session. Whether it’s through play, movement, or skill-building, she meets each child where they are—and cheers them on every step of the way.
Owner of Blossoming Beginnings, Occupational Therapy
Stephanie Farmer
Stephanie is deeply passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential. With over a decade of experience in pediatric occupational therapy, Stephanie has worked with children of all ages and abilities, supporting them in developing the skills they need to thrive in their daily lives. Stephanie has experience in many pediatric conditions/disorders and also specializes in feeding therapy and mealtime issues, and is certified in the Beckman Oral Motor Protocol to provide skilled intervention for feeding and oral motor challenges. Stephanie also holds a Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) certification, with an additional certification in special needs car seats.
Occupational Therapy 
Occupational Therapy Sharon Payne
Sharon is a seasoned occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field of pediatrics. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of working with children of all ages and developmental abilities across a variety of settings. Sharon is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential through a strength-based approach that focuses on building confidence, independence, and meaningful skills for everyday life. She believes every child learns and grows in their own unique way, and she strives to create supportive, engaging, and individualized therapy experiences that meet each child where they are.