Our Award Winning Team in Bozeman
We are committed and dedicated to our team, patients, and our Bozeman community.
Speech Language Pathologist Physical Therapist Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapist Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist Owner, Occupational Therapist Physical Therapist Physical Therapy Assistant Physical TherapistRoot Pediatrics
Cathelyne Hollibaugh, MA, CCC, SLP
Hannah Haugen, PT, DPT
Karna Johnson, PT
Katherine Northrup, OTD, OTR/L
Samantha Johnson, OTD, OTR/L
Wendy Guido, PT, DPT, NCS
Root Therapy & Wellness
Kezia Peterson, MOTR/L
Kristi O’Connor-Nyquist, PT
Lindsey Petz, PTA
Tracy Heck, PT
Kezia Peterson, MOTR/L
Owner, Occupational Therapist
Kristi O’Connor-Nyquist, PT
Physical Therapist
Lindsey Petz, PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
Tracy Heck, PT
Physical Therapist
Speech Language Pathologist Physical Therapist Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapist Board Certified Neurologic Clinical SpecialistCathelyne Hollibaugh, MA, CCC, SLP
Hannah Haugen, PT, DPT
Karna Johnson, PT
Katherine Northrup, OTD, OTR/L
Samantha Johnson, OTD, OTR/L
Wendy Guido, PT, DPT, NCS
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Cathelyne Hollibaugh
MA, CCC, SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Cathelyne Hollibaugh, MA CCC-SLP is a pediatric speech and feeding therapist. She has been working with young children and their families for the last 15 years in Colorado as an Early Intervention provider and is excited to share her unique knowledge and strategies with families in Bozeman. She is a certified feeding therapist in the SOS approach to feeding and has worked with children with a wide range of feeding, language, behavioral, sensory and speech needs. She likes to use an integrative approach to work with children and their families that is supportive and unique for each child.
During her free time, she loves going to see live music and enjoys exploring and traveling with her two young boys and husband.
Clinical Focus Areas
- Early Intervention
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Feeding: transitioning from G/NG tube to oral feeds, transitioning to solids, addressing sensory aversions
- Parent Coaching
- Phonological and articulation disorders, including Childhood Apraxia of Speech
- Social and pragmatic language
- Stuttering and fluency disorders
- Developmental Delays
Certifications & Training
- Overcoming Discombobulation: Interventions and Activities for Sensory Deficits in Infants and Children
- SOS Feeding Therapy: Sequential Oral Sensory Approach to Feeding
- Supporting the Development of Infant Feeding in the NICU and at Home when Tube Feedings are Necessary
- Early Intervention Provider Training
Education
- B.S. in Psychology from The University of Georgia
- M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, University of Colorado
Hannah Haugen
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Hannah is a pediatric physical therapist. She gained experience working in Denver, Colorado treating kids with a variety of diagnoses and in various settings. Hannah and her husband are excited to be back home in Montana with their baby girl. In their free time you can find them boating, hiking, camping, cooking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Clinical Focus Areas:
- Early Intervention (ages 0-3 years)
- Neurological, genetic and other conditions including: Spina bifida, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, noonan syndrome, digeorge syndrome, muscular dystrophies, polymicrogyria, spinal muscular atrophy, epilepsy, angelman syndrome, autism, hip dysplasia
- Torticollis and Plagiocephaly
- Toe walking
- Developmental Delay
Education & Training
- Northwestern University, Doctorate of Physical Therapy, 2019
- Montana State University, Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance and Exercise Science, 2015
- Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Level A and B Registered Practitioner
- Strider Bike Early Learning and Inclusive Learning Certified Instructor
- Foot Management: orthotic prescription, serial casting, night splints
- Breathing and Postural Control
- Gait training
Karna Johnson
PT
Physical Therapist
Karna Johnson received her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Widener University in Chester, PA in 1999. She has experience working in general outpatient orthopedics, rehabilitation post-head injury including traumatic brain injury and stroke, Pediatrics, hippotherapy and aquatics. All of these areas have helped her build a foundation in understanding how biomechanics, postural control, motor learning and our various sensory systems have a profound effect on how an individual functionally moves and interacts with their environment. She has a holistic mindset and team approach to treatment, desiring to partner with families in helping each child reach their full potential.
She enjoys utilizing creativity and purposeful play in her treatment sessions to engage children in a fun and meaningful way while still working toward their gross motor and mobility goals. She also enjoys learning and growing in her skills as a physical therapist, most recently completing continuing education for addressing: Toe walking, Breathing with postural control, Torticollis, Pediatric Bowel and Bladder dysfunction and Assessing Adaptive Equipment and Mobility Needs.
Clinical Focus Areas:
- General Orthopedics
- Rehabilitation Post-Head Injury
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Stroke
- Postural Control
- Motor Learning
- Toe walking
- Breathing with postural control
- Torticollis
- Pediatric Bowel and Bladder dysfunction
- Assessing Adaptive Equipment and Mobility Needs
Education & Training
- MS in Physical Therapy, Widener University, 1999
Fun Facts
- Enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and two Golden Retrievers
- Loves biking, hiking and cross-country skiing
- Enjoys gardening and reading
Katherine Northrup
OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Katherine earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Montana State University in 2021 and her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from the University of Mary in 2024. She has experience working with children with a variety of diagnoses in outpatient clinical settings and in the school system. She is excited to increase her skills and education in pediatrics to provide quality care for her patients. Katherine grew up primarily in Great Falls, MT before she moved to Bozeman where she lives with her husband, her young son, and her cat.
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Montana State University, 2021
- Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, University of Mary, 2024
Fun Facts
- Enjoys backpacking, boating, and all types of skiing
- Plays piano and cello
- Enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends
Wendy Guido
PT, DPT, NCS
Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist
Wendy is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and APTA Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist. She works adults and children facing developmental, orthopedic, and neurologic conditions. Prior to becoming a physical therapist, Wendy worked as a wilderness guide and adaptive sports instructor, and has a passion for helping individuals with disabilities return to sport and optimize their lives. Wendy arrives from Jackson, WY with her family and is excited to explore Montana. In her free time, you can find Wendy chasing rivers, mountain adventures, and her two young boys.
Areas of Clinical Focus:
- Early Intervention (ages 0-3)
- Torticollis and Plagiocephaly
- Functional Neurologic Disorder
- Seizure Disorders
- Cerebral Palsy
- Down Syndrome
- Spinal cord injury
- Concussion
- Stroke
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Vestibular conditions
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson’s Disease
- And other Neurologic, genetic, and musculoskeletal conditions
Education & Training
- Bachelors of Science, Recreation Management and Tourism – University of Vermont 2009
- University of Utah, Doctor of Physical Therapy – 2018
- ABPTA Board Certificate Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS)
- LSVT BIG
- Certified Infant Massage Instructor
- Rock Steady Boxing Affiliate Owner, Head Coach, and Clinician
- 360 Neuro Vestibular Certificate of Competency
- Disability and Posture – 24/7 positioning
- Gait training
- Functional Electrical Stimulation
Samantha Johnson
OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Sam is licensed through the state of Montana Board of Occupational Therapy and the National Board of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Sam earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Montana State University Bozeman in 2017 and her Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from University of Mary in 2021.
She has experience working in outpatient pediatrics, schools, and with adults in inpatient rehab. She has experience working with a multitude of diagnoses and has recently found a passion for primitive reflex integration. She is passionate about improving the quality of life for children and families through creation of a strong foundation of health. She is active in furthering her skill set via continuing education classes to provide quality care to her patients.
Outside of work, Sam enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters, and two dogs hiking, camping, fly fishing, sking.
Kezia Peterson
MOTR/L
Owner, Occupational Therapist
Kezia Peterson is an Occupational Therapist and founder of Root Therapy & Wellness. As a result of multiple car accidents, resulting in chronic back and neck pain, as well as migraines and vision concerns, she understands this impact that this has on an individual’s ability to engage in daily activities, as well as work and play, and the mental challenges that can result from coping with pain on daily basis.
Her understanding of pain has led her to pursue multiple different modalities of training, with the goal of helping her patients by meeting them where they are at, understanding their goals, and ensuring that they have the best team of providers to help them get to the root of their dysfunction in order to allow their systems to achieve healing from every level possible.
Clinical Focus Areas:
- Upper extremity injuries
- Hand/wrist/elbow/shoulder pain
- Fractures
- Arthritis
- Sprains / Strains
- Chronic pain
- CRPS – Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Back/neck
- Headaches / Migraines / Concussions
- Abdominal pain
Education & Training
- B.S in Psychology, North Dakota State University, 2003
- M.S. in Occupational Therapy, University of Minnesota, 2009
- Visceral Manipulation [VM1, VM2, VM3, VM4]
- Myofascial Release
- Craniosacral therapy [CS1, CS2]
- Somato Emotional Practitioner Certification
- Kezia is currently undertaking the certification process to become an SEP – a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. This allows for her to support her patients in moving on from past traumas that may be contributing to their inability to move past pain patterns. She will complete her advanced level training and earn her certification in January 2024.
Kristi O’Connor-Nyquist
PT
Physical Therapist
Kristi has been a Physical Therapist for 20+ years and has experience in outpatient physical therapy and cardiac rehabilitation. Her treatment approach includes education, exercise and manual treatment to assist in improved quality of life and to meet specific individual goals.
Outside of work, Kristi spends her time volunteering for multiple youth sports groups. She also enjoys hiking, running, working in her yard and spending time with family and friends.
Clinical Focus Areas:
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Balance / Falls
- Injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Hip and knee pain
- General deconditioning
Education & Training
- University of Montana, Bachelor of Science in
- Health and Human Performance, 1993
- University of Montana, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 2000
- Manual techniques including Maitland and Mulligan
- Treatment of Spine and peripheral joint dysfunction
- McKenzie techniques
Lindsey Petz
PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
Lindsey discovered her passion for Physical Therapy when she sustained a lower back as a result of a car accident that occurred in high school. Going through her own PT journey she fell in love with the career and rehab process. She believes in teaching self-advocacy and promoting lasting wellness through personalized care. She is here to help guide you with the necessary tools and skills to address your injury and improve your overall health.
In Lindsey’s free time you can catch her hiking or camping with her husband and two dogs. She also enjoys weightlifting, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends.
Clinical Focus Areas:
- Injury prevention and rehabilitation
- General deconditioning
- Back/Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Hip and knee pain
- Core instability
Education & Training
- Montana State University, Bachelor of Science in
- Health and Human Performance, 2017
- Lake Washington Institute of Technology, Associate of Applied
- Science Physical Therapist Assistant, 2021
- Myofascial Decompression
Tracy Heck
PT
Physical Therapist
Tracy has been in the healing practice since 1994 when she became a licensed Physical Therapist initially working in Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Home Health and Nursing Homes. In 2003, she began teaching Pilates and studying Yoga. This paved the way for opening a Yoga studio in 2005 that she operated until 2019. She continued seeing Physical Therapy clients on a private basis combining the tools of Physical Therapy, Pilates and Yoga during this time. She found this holistic combination was a wonderful tool to be used to help others obtain optimal health and well-being.
Educational background
- Exercise Science degree in 1991 from Ohio State University
- Physical Therapy degree in 1994 from Ohio State University
- Licensed Physical Therapist 1994-1998 in Arizona
- Licensed Physical Therapist 1998-2020 in Ohio
- Certification to teach Pilates through ProHealth and Fitness in 2003
- Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in 2008
- Owner of The Studio on Liberty (yoga studio in Wooster, Ohio) 2005-2019
- Owner of Rise Together Yoga, LLC in Bozeman since 2021
- Specializing in yoga treatment for trauma by focusing on the somatic, endocrine, lymphatic and the visceral body
Multiple trainings, workshops and continuing education in Physical Therapy, yoga and Pilates throughout the years. She currently is training in lymphatic drainage and the visceral body.
