Our Team

Lynne is the founder and owner of Capital Kids Therapies and a highly experienced occupational therapist with over 40 years in the field. Her career has included extensive work with individuals across the lifespan who have sustained neurological injuries, including traumatic brain injuries.

Lynne’s deep clinical knowledge spans Sensory Processing, Neurological Impairments, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. She is highly trained in a variety of specialized treatment programs, including Therapeutic Listening, Vestibular/Ocular Motor Treatment, Handwriting Without Tears, the SOS Approach to Feeding, Picture Exchange Communication (PECS), Zones of Regulation, Trauma-Informed Care, Reflex Integration, and Functional Visual Skills.

With a passion for delivering individualized, evidence-based care, Lynne has created a practice rooted in collaboration, compassion, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of each child and family. Her leadership continues to shape the mission of Capital Kids Therapies, fostering an environment where therapists and families work together to help children thrive.

 Hillary is a dedicated occupational therapist at Capital Kids Therapies, where she has been part of the team since 2022. She earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (2014) and her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (2016) from the University of Southern Maine, and has been practicing in pediatric settings ever since.

With a strong foundation in outpatient pediatric care, Hillary brings extensive knowledge in sensory processing, functional vision skills, Handwriting Without Tears, reflex integration, and feeding therapy. She takes a child-centered approach, thoughtfully individualizing each treatment plan to meet children where they are—emotionally, developmentally, and physically.

Hillary is passionate about empowering families and works collaboratively with caregivers to create meaningful progress and success beyond the therapy room. Her supportive and personalized care helps children thrive in their everyday lives.

 Kersten graduated from University of New Hampshire’s Occupational Therapy program in 2023, and joined the Capital Kids team in 2024. Kersten loves working with children and their families and is especially interested in primitive reflex integration, sensory processing, and all things related to child development. She aims to create meaningful connections and help kids thrive through play and purposeful care. 

Kendall joined Capital Kids in 2023. She brings with her a strong background in administration and medical support to her role as Office Administrator at Capital Kids Therapies. With previous experience in the military supporting medical operations, as well as roles in scheduling and administrative support at other healthcare facilities, Kendall is highly skilled in managing the complexities of outpatient care.

At Capital Kids, Kendall is the go-to person for scheduling appointments, handling insurance authorizations, managing referrals, and processing copays. She also ensures that important documents are efficiently sent to care providers, helping to streamline the clinic’s operations and support the care team. Kendall’s attention to detail and organizational skills play a key role in keeping everything running smoothly for both patients and providers.

Anita Joined Capital kids in 2023. With over 40 years of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Anita Forcier brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and versatility to her work. Throughout her distinguished career, she has provided care across all major areas of occupational therapy—psychosocial services, physical rehabilitation, and pediatrics—offering a well-rounded perspective that enhances every aspect of her practice.

In addition to her hands-on work with patients, Anita has taken on a variety of supportive roles at Capital Kids. She's helped with new patient intakes, assisted therapists with documentation to meet insurance requirements, and worked with schools to help coordinate intern placements. 

Currently, Anita splits her time between providing direct care as a COTA and supporting operations through office administration. Her unique blend of clinical expertise and administrative know-how makes her an invaluable asset to both patients and colleagues alike.