ABOUT US

WE ARE FARRIS THERAPY

As children may receive a diagnosis or demonstrate delays in their development, parents and guardians often worry about how they will be able to best help their child. At Farris Therapy, we understand the concerns behind this process and are set on helping families find what works best for their child. Our goal is to work alongside each family, building a relationship and learning about their child in order to best serve them. We want parents and guardians to know that they are not alone in this journey and we have a strong desire to see your child succeed, just as you do. Our therapists are here to help your child progress using fun and engaging techniques in order to allow them to thrive across each of their environments.

LAUREN FARRIS

Licensed Therapist

Lauren Farris is a licensed and registered occupational therapist who earned a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Central Arkansas. She completed her undergraduate studies at Central Baptist College and the University of Central Arkansas. She has 9 years of experience in a pediatric occupational therapy practice in White County, serving clients ranging from age 3 to 18 years old. These clients were serviced within the school setting, in early intervention programs and in the outpatient clinic. 

There are many realms of occupational therapy and Lauren chose pediatrics because of her love for children and her desire to help them succeed. For as long as she can remember, Lauren has always had a place in her heart for kids and knew working with children was something she wanted to make a career out of. As she learned about occupational therapy, along with her years of experience with therapy growing up as a child who was hard of hearing, Lauren knew this was the job of her dreams and worked hard to make it happen. She is passionate about helping families advocate for their kids and helping her clients grow in their confidence and skills. 

Having lived in Searcy for several years after completing her graduate program, Lauren is thrilled to be back in her hometown of Greenbrier, practicing within her own clinic. She is married to her husband of 9 years and they have a 4 year old son and a 1 year old daughter. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys traveling with her family, reading, and cooking. 

JENNA SOLBERG MS, CCC-SLP

Mrs. Jenna is a native of Canada, where she completed her bachelor’s degree and moved to Conway attend graduate school at the University of Central Arkansas, to pursue her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She now resides in Conway with her husband Blake, and their puppy dog Harper. In her free time, Mrs. Jenna enjoys baking, ice skating, going to the park with Harper, and spending time on the lake. She shares “I am excited to be a part of the Farris Therapy team, and I look forward to being a part of your child’s speech and language journey!”

MORGAN EVATT MS, CCC-SLP

Having now been a Speech Language Pathologist for more than a decade, Mrs. Morgan graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with her master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. During her graduate studies, she was a participant of a research team and presented at conferences in Spain, the Netherlands, and Greece. Mrs. Morgan was awarded a Fulbright scholarship and spent an academic year living in Mexico doing research. She worked hard to learn Spanish through her college coursework, church mission trips to Mexico, a study abroad in Costa Rica, and within her Fulbright year. Mrs. Morgan has experience treating children in both English and Spanish and celebrates cultural and linguistic diversity. Mrs. Morgan shares that she is excited to be a part of the Farris Therapy team, and states that she enjoys working with children and their families to improve communication skills. She believes that a language rich environment for children includes positive parent/adult and peer interaction, access to great books, and ample time for pretend and creative play. Mrs. Morgan resides with her husband and four children on their family farm, and loves to attend church, travel, read, and be outdoors with her family.

JAMIE TEMPLE, COTA/L

With a hometown of Cave Springs, Arkansas, Mrs. Jamie is a certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. She first earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science before continuing her education in Occupational Therapy at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Mrs. Jamie joins the Farris Therapy team with a variety pediatric experience through substitute teaching, daycare coordination, and childcare services. It was always a passion to help children overcome academic and social setbacks throughout these environments, which is what directed her down the path to Occupational Therapy. Mrs. Jamie explains that pediatrics has always held a special place in her heart, and it continues to grow with every child she has the blessing of treating. When not at the office pursuing her passion of helping children and their families, Mrs. Jamie loves to spend most of her free time outside, curled up in a blanket while enjoying the weather in her hammock and drawing, or listening to her favorite music. You can almost always find her with a cup of coffee in her hand! Mrs. Jamie loves to plan weekend getaways with her family, husband, and friends, as her love language is quality time. Her cat, Sandor, is one of her greatest loves, and she shares that he tends to be ‘king’ of the house, often getting most of what he wants when she is home. She is excited to have married her husband Mason last year. Mrs. Jamie tells us, “I am so lucky to have joined Farris Therapy! I have a wonderful group of coworkers and clients that make my days so enjoyable!”

KYLIE FARRIS, MS, CCC-SLP

Mrs. Kylie is an alumni of the University of Central Arkansas, where she earned her Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Prior to her transition to becoming a Speech Language Pathologist, Mrs. Kylie was an elementary school teacher at Guy-Perkins school district for several years. While teaching, Mrs. Kylie was able to obtain a glimpse of speech therapy with a few of her children in the classroom setting, and saw how much of an impact these therapy sessions made on her students. From there, she researched and followed through on pursuing her career in the Speech therapy field.



You can often find Mrs. Kylie at her pool or organizing her room at Farris Therapy. In her down time, she enjoys hanging out with her husband Jeff, and their son Cash, as well as their puppy Shiva. Mrs. Kylie likes finding new recipes to try out on Pinterest, spending time with her extended family and planning trips to the beach. Mrs. Kylie shares, “I am passionate about speech therapy and building a relationship with my clients and their families. I love getting to be a part of the Farris Therapy team!”

BRITTANY JONES, PT, DPT

Mrs. Brittany is a licensed and registered Physical Therapist who earned her Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Central Arkansas. She has over 8 years of experience in pediatric physical therapy. Mrs. Brittany has worked with kiddos ranging from 2 months to 18 years old in a variety of settings including school, outpatient, and early intervention.

 

Mrs. Brittany discovered her love for kids when she first became an aunt. She has always enjoyed babysitting, playing, and being involved in her nephew’s and nieces’ life. That interest grew in college when a mother spoke to her class about her appreciation and love for the therapist that helped her child become independent. It was the mother’s tears of joy that strongly urged Brittany to be on her path towards pediatrics. She decided she wanted nothing more than to be able to be that same exact therapist for every child that needed help reaching their full potential. 

 

Mrs. Brittany is married to her husband Cameron, and they have two little boys. She enjoys hiking, reading, playing at the park with her sons, and spending time with her family. Mrs. Brittany believes that therapy should be fun and entertaining and enjoys teaming up with her clients to find ways to make therapy most engaging. You will often see her playing on the floor or engaging in a fun game with her kids. She states, “I absolutely love to make therapy fun, and it is so easy to do that with the environment established at Farris Therapy!”


BRITTANY MURDOCH, COTA/L

Born and raised in Blytheville, Arkansas, Mrs. Brittany is a a certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. Mrs. Brittany completed her Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Arkansas where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology. She then earned her Associates Degree in OTA from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas.


Mrs. Brittany's interest in Occupational Therapy was sparked at a young age. She shares that she was 14 when she had the wonderful opportunity of caring for a family friend’s son who had been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. She knew from the moment she met him that she wanted to make an impact in the lives of other children like him. During her time with this little boy and his family, she was introduced to OT and immediately knew this was how she wanted to make a difference in the world. It has always been her dream to be an Occupational Therapist, she shares, and be able to work with children, helping them to reach their greatest potential and to succeed at the things most important to them. "I am so excited to be living that dream at Farris Therapy!", Ms. Brittany shares.


Recently married to her husband, Cort, Mrs. Brittany resides in Greenbrier, where they love to spoil their puppy dog, Sadie. Mrs. Brittany loves getting away in the outdoors to go hiking and hammocking, and always enjoys a good book to read.


KATHY FARRIS, SECRETARY

Having raised 5 boys, and getting to spoil her 14 grandchildren, Mrs. Kathy is no stranger to the world of pediatrics. With a love for serving and helping others, she greets each person who walks through the doors of Farris Therapy with a big smile and gentle nature. When she is not at the office, Mrs. Kathy loves to spend time camping or swimming in the creek or nestled up on her porch swing with a good book in hand. She loves being a member of her church and being able to support various ministries there through mission trips, fundraisers, and advocating. Mrs. Kathy also enjoys being able to travel, and her favorite trips have been the adventures to Africa she has experienced. With an infectious laugh, and a Sonic drink always close by, Mrs. Kathy states “I love the relationships I get to form at Farris Therapy, and it is a blessing to watch each child grow in their independence through such meaningful therapy services.”

MERIE RYAN, MS, CCC-SLP

Ms. Merie is an alumni of the University of Central Arkansas, where she earned her Masters Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Merie’s experience as the daughter of a teacher growing up in Mississippi led her on a career path to working with children of all ages. After an experience with her nephew struggling with feeding as an infant, Ms. Merie began her pursuit to become a Speech Language Pathologist. She has worked with children since her teenage years as a part time nanny, helping to homeschool a family's children. In college, Ms. Merie worked in childcare and discovered a special place in her heart for working with children with special needs. 


You can find Ms. Merie at home with her own three children, tending to a mini-farm with horses, chickens, dogs, and cats. Real estate and renovating are a couple of her passions. She also loves to take her children into nature on hikes, canoeing, and camping during the summer months. However, during the winter months, you can find her with a book or a movie, snuggled down with her children and surviving the cold temperatures.

MACKENZIE HUTCHISON, MS, OTR/L

Meet Mrs. Mackenzie! Born and raised in Greenbrier, Mackenzie is proud to continue to call this town home alongside her husband, Parker, and their sweet dog Hank. Mackenzie graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science at UCA in 2015 and continued to further her education there, moving forward to graduate with her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy in 2017. Mackenzie’s hobbies include a strong love for reading, spending time with her family, and playing card/board games in her spare time. Her favorite part about being an Occupational Therapist at Farris Therapy is helping children and families find their independence and to have fun while doing so!

ABIGAIL LEDBETTER, COTA/L

Mrs. Abby is a southern Arkansas native, as she was born and raised in De Queen, and recently has moved to Cabot where she resides with her husband and their 3 puppy dogs. Mrs. Abby enjoys shopping in her down time, or cheering on her Arkansas Razorbacks in the latest game of the season. Abby is passionate about her career as an Occupational Therapist Assistant, and loves being part of the Farris Therapy team because she has increased opportunities to build personal relationships and be there for her clients and their families.

ALEXA HOSS, Billing Receptionist

Mrs. Alexa was born and raised on the beautiful North Shore of Oahu, where she spent most of her days in the ocean and enjoying the beautiful scenery. In 2012, she started her medical career working in a laboratory in both the outpatient and inpatient setting, and was able to work with a variety of age ranges. In 201, Alexa started at a small hospital on the north shore, which is where she obtained most of her experience working with children, and was blessed to learn the billing side of a laboratory. 2016 was a great year in which Alexa married her husband, and in 2020, made the move to Arkansas where her husband grew up. In March of 2022, they welcomed a sweet baby boy and their little family has been having so much fun watching him grow up and discover new things. In their free time, Alexa and her boys like to spend as much time outdoors and on the lake with family and friends. She is so excited to be a part of this team here at Farris Therapy, and enjoys the fun and engaging atmosphere that Farris allows.

HOLLY MARTIN, PTA

Mrs. Holly has recently moved to Arkansas from Mississippi with her husband Dillon, and their 5-month-old baby girl, Madi Blaire. Holly first earned her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at Mississippi College before continuing my education at Pearl River Community College in Mississippi, where she obtained her degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Holly enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and spending time at the beach. Her favorite thing about working at Farris Therapy is being able to help children reach their greatest potential and independence, all while having fun!

MICHELLE HERNANDEZ, MS, CCC-SLP

Ms. Michelle is a native of Heber Springs, and has been practicing as a Speech Language Pathologist for a little over ten years. She began her college career at Arkansas State university and completed both her Bachelor and Master’s degrees at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas. Michelle has a heart for pediatrics and enjoys building relationships with her patients and their families. She considers it a great joy to watch her clients learn, progress and grow. Michelle also loves the water and in warmer months, spends a lot of time on the lake. She also loves hiking and reading. Otherwise, Ms. Michelle has four wonderful children and seven sweet grandchildren, as well as her two cats, that help keep her busy. Michelle says she feels so blessed to work at Farris Therapy because everyone is positive and each staff member truly wants the best possible outcome for our patients!

OUR CLINICS

You can find us at 17 Business Park Drive in Greenbrier, located in Suite #13, at 15506 HWY 5 in Cabot, or at 1102 W Main Street in Heber Springs. Our sensory gym is stocked with a variety of swings, therapy mats, mini-trampoline, therapy balls, a ball pit and many other sensory items and modifications. Our treatment rooms have an assortment of supplies and tools that allow us to engage our clients and help them to meet their therapeutic goals. You can find a professional, yet comfortable environment at our clinic and we pride ourselves on being personal, building relationships with each child and family that we meet.

PAYMENT INFORMATION


 Farris Therapy is a provider for the following insurance companies: Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Arkansas Medicaid, Aetna, Ambetter (Arkansas Health and Wellness), QualChoice, Arkansas Total Care, Empower, and Summit Community Care
We also accept cash-only clients.

Due to the increasingly challenging nature and lack of payment through contracting with United Healthcare insurance, we no longer are accepting clients with UHC/UMR plans. It is our desire to work with families who may have such coverage, to create a payment plan for a self-pay option, as needed. 
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