Kati Olsen, MS, OTR/L, CLC
Meet Kati Olsen, the driving force behind Thrive Pediatric Wellness. With over 10 years of experience in Occupational Therapy, Kati’s journey started with a Master’s in Occupational Therapy from Grand Valley State University. Before specializing in pediatrics, she spent time in the stroke recovery department at NYU Lutheran Hospital.
Kati’s experience spans from ages 3 months to 10 years old, plus young adults. Kati began her Occupational Therapy career providing services to children in Manhattan and Brooklyn, NY within the home, sensory gyms and schools before settling in West Los Angeles.
Kati’s journey into lactation and infant development was sparked by her personal challenges she faced while breastfeeding her first son. A diagnosis of a lip and tongue tie led to a frenectomy which lead Kati to learn about the crucial pre and post-therapy phases. After this experience, she dove deeper into learning about lactation, earning her Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) certification and pursing continuous education. Kati’s passion extends beyond lactation, driven by her son’s feeding challenges involving extreme picky eating and sensory oral motor issues. Her sessions blend feeding support with sensory integrative therapy, body work and developmental approaches, driven by a passion to guide families through similar obstacles.
Her holistic approach and incorporation of the family, is woven into her personalized treatment plans. Beyond therapy, Kati enjoys travel, savoring food and exploring the outdoors and creating memories with her husband and three children. Join Kati on a journey towards comprehensive well-being at Thrive Pediatric Wellness.
Kati’s Continuing Education:
Tummy Time! Method
Get Permission Approach to Feeding
Talk Tools Sensory Motor Feeding Techniques
Beckman Oral Motor Techniques
SOS Feeding Protocol
Healthy Children Project: Certified Lactation Counselor Training
MNRI Reflex Intregration Course
Harkla Relfex Course
Lactation OT: Supporting Oral Motor Skills in the Infant
Lactation OT: Tongue Ties
Lactation OT: Therapeutic Use of Bottles for the Breastfed Infant
NDT
Sensory Integration and Sensory Motor Treatment and Assessment
Wilbarger Brushing Protocol
Vital Links: Astronaut Training
Vital Links: Eyesight to Insight; Vestibular and Visual Assessment and Treatment
Vital Links: Quickshifts Listening Program
The Alert Program
The Zones of Regulation
Mindfulness
Handwriting without Tears; Pre-K Readiness & Writing, K-5 Handwriting and The Print Tool Assessment
Madeline Zietz, OTD, OTR/L
Madeline grew up in Nashville, Tennessee and attended The University of Tennessee for her bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation. She received her Occupational Therapy Doctorate in 2022 from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Madeline was first introduced to the field of Occupational Therapy through a close family friend her first year of college, and after observing a day full of therapy with preschool-aged children, she knew she had found her passion. While studying at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Madeline’s passion for the field continued to grow, and she further realized her affinity for working with children with a variety of skill sets and needs.
Madeline’s career in Occupational Therapy began in Tennessee where she worked with children 5 months to 10 years old in various settings such as in home, schools, outpatient clinics and daycares. She has continuing education in SOS feeding protocol, Zones of Regulation, Handwriting Without Tears, Sensory Integration and Sensory Motor Treatment and Assessment and more.
She enjoys working on daily life skills and collaborating with families to best meet their individual child’s needs and goals. She also loves anything sensory, including sensory bins and feeding therapy!
Madeline moved from TN to Los Angeles this year and has loved learning about all that LA has to offer. In her free time, Madeline loves being outside, lounging on the couch, taking workout classes, traveling, and exploring new restaurants in the LA area.
