Meet the Therapists
Jenna Downs, MOTR/L, ADHD-RSP
Jenna is the owner and occupational therapist at Stronger Roots Therapy. She always found joy working with children. When pursuing her Master's degree in occupational therapy, she knew pediatrics is where she would end up. During school she completed extensive research on screen time and outdoor play and how each impact a child's development. She seeks opportunities for children to increase independence in their daily lives. She loves being outdoors and believes nature is one of the best places for therapy- both physically and mentally. When shes not working, shes enjoying time with her husband and two daughters on their family farm.
Linnea Quist, MOTR/L
Linnea earned her Master's degree in occupational therapy at Springfield College. Since, she has worked in a variety of settings including residential schools, children's hospitals, outpatient pediatric clinics, and an acute care burn unit. She has a passion for learning and consistently is diversifying her knowledge and skills. She loves helping children of all ages overcome challenges through play and positive experiences. Some areas of interest include sensory processing, feeding, handwriting and general development. In her free time she loves being outdoors, running, and enjoying time with her puppy, Ziggy!
Cassidy Spencer, MOTR/L
Cassidy earned her Master's degree in occupational therapy at American International College. Her calm and creative nature makes her sessions fun and engaging while giving her patients confidence in the challenges they face. Cassidy is a Warren native and is proud to be serving her hometown community at Stronger Roots Therapy. In her free time, Cassidy enjoys reading, crafting, and spending time with her pup!
Candyce Puglio, COTA/L
Candyce completed an accelerated Associates Program to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Manchester Community College in Connecticut, graduating in December of 2021. Candyce incorporates sensory-based, child-led, and family centered approaches to her sessions with children of all ages. She has experience in primitive reflexes, DIR/Floortime, feeding, and trauma-informed care. She also has a special interest for incorporating the use of equine movement, Hippotherapy, and nature into treatment when accessible. During her free time, Candyce prefers being outside, specifically at the beach or going for a hike, reading a book, playing with her 2 dogs, and going for jeep rides with her husband.