Meet Our Team Whether you’ve sustained an injury, are recovering from a surgery or just trying to manage your day without pain, our experienced therapists can help. Click Here to learn more about our amazing team. Physical Therapists Nickol Cleary, MPT Education: Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, Saint Francis University 2000 Experience: Nickol has practiced in a variety of settings throughout her career including; outpatient, acute, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing and home health. Nickol has a vested interest in neurorehabilitation and is certified in Vestibular Rehabilitation. Personal Interests: Nickol has moved to the area from out of state with her husband, two children and two dogs. Outside of work she enjoys fishing, hiking, biking and paddle boarding with her family. Pete Dunn, DPT, OTR/L, OCS Education: Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, University of Montana, Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota Experience: Pete has over 20 years of experience in outpatient, inpatient, acute care and school based settings. He has worked with children, adolescents and adults. He enjoys working with athletes of all ages assisting them in returning to their sport and recreational pursuits following an injury. Advanced Training: Selective Functional Movement Assessment Specialty Certifications: Board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedics by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Pete enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and three children. He also enjoys riding and packing horses, hunting, fishing, coaching, and 4-H/FFA. Desiree Dutton, MPT Education: BA Human Biology 2000, University of Montana, M.S. Physical Therapy 2002, University of Montana Experience: Desiree has worked in a variety of settings including acute care, home health and outpatient. She began working for MDMH in 2006 and has special interest in treatment of vestibular conditions, dizziness, balance dysfunction, concussion management and women’s health. Specialty Certifications: Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Desiree and her husband have 3 children and enjoy traveling around Montana following their many activities. Desi also enjoys outdoor activities with her family including hiking, camping, running and skiing. Missy Frank, PTA Education: AAS in Physical Therapy Assistant, Great Falls College MSU Experience: Missy has worked with both pediatric and adult clients in a variety of areas including inpatient and outpatient rehab, schools, skilled nursing, and home health. She is a certified Arthritis instructor and has helped develop and instruct wellness programs for the community. Specialty Certifications: Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Missy enjoys hiking, fishing, camping, gardening, photography, and being outdoors with her family and dog. Mike Hattlestad, MPT, OCS Education: MS in Physical Therapy, University of Central Arkansas, BS in Biology/Ecology, Baylor University Experience: The majority of Mike’s clinical experience has been in general orthopedics and sports medicine. Miles received his Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Certification in 2009. Specialized Certifications: Orthopedic Specialist Certification.Board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedics by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Mike and his wife, Kristen, have two daughters. He enjoys fly fishing, rafting, baseball, and bird hunting with his pointing dog, Pippin. Larry Ingvalson, PTA Education: AAS in Physical Therapy Assistant, Flathead Community College, Bachelor degree in Health Promotion, Montana State University Experience: Larry has spent 3 years working as a personal trainer and fitness center manager at an outpatient physical therapy and fitness center in Kalispell, MT. He completed three clinical rotations in acute care, skilled nursing and outpatient rehab. Specialized Certifications: Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Larry enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and anything outdoors. Libbie Lee, DPT Sarah Mollenhauer, DPT Education: University of Montana, Doctorate in Physical Therapy, 2018 Experience: Sarah has experience in both outpatient and acute care settings and enjoys the diversity of patients that she is able to work with in rural Montana. She has had training in the prevention and treatment of women’s health issues, the vestibular system, running injuries, neurological disorders, and general orthopedic injuries. Specialty Certifications: LSVT BIG certification 2017 Personal Interests: Sarah enjoys spending time outside hiking, climbing, biking, swimming and skiing with her husband and dog. Jeff Simmerman, PT, OCS Education: BS in Physical Therapy, University of Montana Experience: Jeff specializes in advanced spinal care complicated by chronic medical conditions including obesity and severe pain, as well as orthopedic and neurological disorders Specialty Certifications: Board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedics by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Jeff enjoys time with his wife and three kids. Being born in Western Montana, Jeff enjoys all that this beautiful place has to offer. Kyle Tierney, DPT Education: Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, University of Iowa Experience: Kyle started practicing physical therapy in an outpatient orthopedic setting as well as in a skilled nursing facility. He now specializes in providing physical therapy in the acute setting. Kyle enjoys providing care to such a wide variety of individuals and their families, and assisting them in returning to their highest level of function. Specialty Certifications: Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Kyle enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, hiking, traveling, and landscape photography. Travis Williams, DPT, OCS Education: Doctorate in Physical Therapy, University of Montana, Exercise Science, Montana State University Experience: Travis worked as an acute care Physical Therapist Aide in Bozeman, MT. He performed clinical internships in acute care, in-patient rehab TBI unit, a rural Montana hospital, and outpatient sports medicine clinics. Specialty Certifications: Board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedics by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Specialist certification formally recognizes physical therapists who have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of physical therapist practice. Personal Interests: Travis enjoys mountain biking, rock climbing, trail running, camping, snowboarding, photography, and live music. Occupational Therapists Kelly Borden, MOTR/L Education: Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance, Montana State University Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Idaho State University Experience: Outpatient pediatrics, early intervention, school-based therapy, home-based mental health, inpatient rehabilitation Personal Interests: Spending time with my husband, daughter and two dogs - taking advantage of everything Western Montana has to offer. I love attending Bobcat games, hiking, camping, and soaking up as much time with my family as possible! Joan Channer, MS, OTR/L Education: Master of Occupational Therapy, University of Indianapolis Experience: Joan has over 20 years of pediatric experience treating infants and children. She has worked in a variety of settings including children’s hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, public schools, home health and early intervention programs. Personal Interests: Joan enjoys year-round outdoor activities, horseback riding, reading, exploring the arts and traveling with her dog Zealand. Julie Eberlein, MS, OTR/L Education: Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse, 2015 Experience: Julie has gained experience as an occupational therapist working in a skilled nursing facility and rehabilitation hospital in Cleveland, Ohio before moving to Montana in October 2017. She is currently providing occupational therapy services in an acute care and home health setting with MDMH. Julie is excited to be living in the Bitterroot Valley and looks forward to working within the community. Personal Interest: Julie enjoys traveling, downhill skiing, water skiing, fishing, and hiking. In her free time, Julie works in her studio making jewelry. Bill Ownbey, OTR/L CHT Education: Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy, Colorado State University Experience: Bill has worked as an Occupational Therapist since 1987 in Albuquerque, NM, Salt Lake City, UT, Lewistown, MT and Missoula, MT specializing in hand and upper extremity rehab. In 2005, he became a Certified Hand Therapist and a member of the Hand Therapy Certification Commission. Specialized Certifications: Certified Hand Therapist, Hand Therapy Certification Commission, and Certified in Functional Capacity Evaluations, Job Analysis and Post Offer Employment Testing through Work Well Systems. Personal Interests: Bill and his wife have three daughters. Bill enjoys spending as much time as possible with his family. He also enjoys music, outdoors, cycling and traditional archery. Holly Smith, OTR/L Education: Penn State University, Bachelors in Occupational Therapy, 2003; Penn State University, Associates in Occupational Therapy, 2001 Experience: Variety of pediatric settings including: specialized preschool, early inter-vention home visitor, schools, and now outpatient pediatrics. Professional Interests: Holly has focused her continuing education in the areas of sensory processing and autism. Personal Interests: Holly enjoys spending time with her husband and son, exploring the beauty that Montana has to offer - photography and digital scrap booking. Speech Therapists Jennifer Joyner, MS, CCC/SLP Education: BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders, MS in Speech Language Pathology, Idaho State University Experience: Jennifer has worked in a variety of adult and pediatric settings including skilled nursing facilities, acute care hospitals, inpatient and outpatient rehab facilities, and the public school system. Personal Interests: Jennifer and her husband have lived in Hamilton since 2001 with their two children. They enjoy camping, Grizzly athletics and traveling. Elizabeth Oshea-Betker, MS, CCC/SLP Education: Bachelors in Social Work, University of Montana, 2012 and Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, University of Montana, 2018 Experience: Libby has experience working with people across the lifespan in a variety of settings, including: acute care, private practice, outpatient rehabilitation, and the public school system. She has training in cognitive-communication disorders following traumatic brain injury, speech and language disorders, and swallowing disorders. Personal Interests: Libby likes to cross-country ski, bake sweet treats, and go trail running in the mountains. Amy Yockey, MS, CCC/SLP Education: University of Washington, MS in Speech and Hearing Sciences, 1998 University of Wisconsin, BS in Communicative Disorders, 1996 Experience: Has worked in a variety of settings including: inpatient and outpatient rehab, schools and psychiatrics. Professional Interests: Focus in pediatrics, specifically feeding and oral motor issues. Personal Interests: Amy and her husband live in Hamilton with their three children. Aside from chasing the kids, Amy enjoys cooking, gardening, scrap booking, and Grizzly football.