Dr. Jillian Stewart, PT, DPT, HPCS is a physical therapist who graduated from Northwestern University with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2014 and received her Hippotherapy Clinical Specialty in 2017. As a physical therapist she saw a need for community integration and inclusion for people with disabilities, which lead her to start Surf & Turf Therapy, in 2018.
With 30 years of horsemanship experience, 15 years of surf experience, and over a decade as a physical therapist, Jillian is passionate about enhancing the relevance and reputation of the use of non-traditional therapeutic tools. She actively advocates for the profession, providing guest lectures at universities and therapy clinics, being featured in podcasts, participating in panels, and mentoring professional students. She is an active member of the American Hippotherapy Association, International Surf Therapy Organization, and San Juan Capistrano Equestrian Coalition, as well as a voting board member on the Community Advisory Council for Capistrano Unified School district.
Dr. Allyson Blackstone, PT, DPT is a physical therapist who graduated from Northwestern University with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2021. She completed her last clinical internship with Dr. Jillian at Surf & Turf Therapy and was honored with Northwestern’s Clinical Excellence Award for her work as an intern. As a former dance teacher from Santa Cruz, California, Dr. Allyson is thrilled to pair her love of working with kids with her love of the ocean. She is thrilled to be working at Surf & Turf Therapy and loves seeing the joy and progress in her patients every day.
Danielle Cupps is a PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor with experience as western trainer’s assistant and groom. Danielle grew up jumping and barrel racing, which lead her to compete for Rocky Mountain College’s WIHA Team at the national level. She shares her love of horses and 17 years of experience as an equestrian through teaching therapeutic riding lessons and running the sibling support and inclusion program on the turf side at Surf & Turf Therapy. In 2021, she helped develop and continues to lead a program which gives back to San Juan Capistrano’s under resourced communities through riding and equine education.
Jaime Little, PT, DPT, graduated from San Diego State University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2020. She has been surfing for over 10 years and has extensive experience treating orthopedic and neurological conditions in adult and pediatric populations. Whether it is surfing, hiking, playground skills, or another preferred activity, Jaime is excited to incorporate non-traditional therapeutic activities in her treatments to meet her client’s goals.
Brianna graduated from Cal State Long Beach, receiving her bachelor’s degree, teaching credential, and master’s degree in kinesiology, with an emphasis in adapted physical education. In 2008, she began volunteering for Saddleback College's Adapted Kinesiology program and several other outdoor recreational non-profits, before developing and leading specialized fitness classes and social groups through the City of Long Beach. In addition to a fulfilling career in adapted PE, Brianna has worked as a surf instructor in Costa Rica, San Diego, and Mexico. Brianna is excited to combine her experience as an adapted PE teacher and surf instructor to create an engaging environment that encourages others to improve their skills and step outside their comfort zones.
Riley Phillips, M.S., CCC-SLP, has felt her calling to speech therapy since she was 11 years old– completing her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at Boston University and returning home to support every individual in communicating with others. She grew up attending horse summer camp and is happy to be intertwining her love for animals, kiddos, and speech. Riley is passionate about celebrating the unique characteristics of every individual and encouraging children to explore the world around them, who they were designed to be, and their voice.
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