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Meet The Team! 

Get to know the friendly faces behind the practice! We’re a group of caring speech and occupational therapists who love what we do. We believe in building strong connections, following each child’s lead, and making sessions feel fun and comfortable. We’re here to support your child—and your family—every step of the way.

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Lindsay Andruchuve
Speech-Language Pathologist
MS, CCC-SLP

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Hi! I’m Lindsay, a board-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with 20 years of pediatric experience and a passion for helping children reach their full communication potential.

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I hold a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, both from the University of Rhode Island. I have 18 years of experience in public schools and 12 years supporting families through early intervention services. I am experienced in conducting comprehensive evaluations and providing individualized, play-based therapy tailored to each child’s unique needs.

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I specialize in working with toddlers and school-age children with a wide range of communication needs, including:

  • Early intervention and developmental delays

  • Late talkers

  • Articulation and phonological disorders

  • Autism spectrum disorder

  • Learning differences

  • Stuttering

  • Childhood apraxia of speech

 

I have extensive experience supporting children on the autism spectrum, with a focus on building functional communication, social connection, and meaningful engagement within everyday routines.

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I believe in the power of communication to transform lives. My approach is warm, engaging, and relationship-based—creating a space where children feel comfortable, confident, and excited to communicate. I work closely with families to support each child’s growth in ways that feel natural, supportive, and sustainable.

 

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my large extended family and leading my daughters’ Girl Scout troops. I also enjoy cooking, gardening, collecting sea glass, and working on DIY projects.

Kristen McGurrin
Occupational Therapist
MOT, OTR/L

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Hi! I’m Kristen, a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with experience supporting children and families in both outpatient and hospital-based settings.

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I am passionate about helping children build the skills they need to participate confidently in daily life, play, learning, and relationships. My clinical background includes working with children with sensory processing differences, feeding challenges, emotional regulation needs, developmental delays, and mental health concerns.

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I specialize in working with children to support growth and independence in areas such as:

  • Sensory processing and regulation

  • Emotional and behavioral regulation

  • Feeding, including picky eating and mealtime challenges

  • Fine motor and daily living skills

  • Developmental delays and participation in daily routines

 

I take a relationship-based, child-led approach to therapy, recognizing that each child’s strengths, interests, and experiences are unique. I draw from training in the SOS Approach to Feeding, DIR Floortime, Bal-A-Vis-X, Handwriting Without Tears, and Sensory Integration to provide individualized, evidence-informed support focused on regulation, engagement, and functional independence.

 

I believe in working closely with families and caregivers, and strive to make therapy feel supportive, practical, and connected to everyday life.

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Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two children, and our bernedoodle, Isabel. I love being outdoors, especially at the beach, and making the most of time together as a family.

Gretchen Montie 
Occupational Therapist
MSOT, OTR/L

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Hi! I’m Gretchen, a board-certified Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting children’s growth, development, and overall well-being.

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I earned my undergraduate degree in Applied Psychology and Human Relations from Pace University, where I also completed my Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. I have experience in both mental health and school settings, supporting children with a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.

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I specialize in working with children to build skills that support independence and participation in daily life, including:

  • Fine motor and visual motor skills

  • Handwriting

  • Sensory processing and regulation

  • Emotional and behavioral regulation

  • Executive functioning and attention

  • Self-care and daily living skills (dressing, grooming, routines)

  • Feeding, including picky eating and mealtime challenges

 

I believe in creating a supportive, engaging, and play-based environment where children feel comfortable, confident, and motivated to learn—and where therapy feels fun and meaningful. I work closely with families to help children develop skills that carry over into everyday routines and activities.

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Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and with my dachshund, Prynne. I also love to travel and have been fortunate to visit a variety of places, always looking forward to the next adventure.

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