Tammi Haseltine
Business Development Officer,
Occupational Therapy Assistant
"My name is Tammi Haseltine. I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who graduated from Madison College of Madison, WI in 2005. Over the past 19 years, I have worked in multiple settings to include school-based therapy, early intervention and pediatric outpatient therapy. I am a lifelong learner who has pursued additional training in sensory integration, Vital Links Therapeutic Listening, pediatric aquatic therapy, behavior modification therapy, picture exchange communication system (PECS), developmental hand skills and more. “Knowledge is power,” is one of my mantras. I strive to learn and grow every day. Knowledge is also something to be shared. By educating my clients and their families in treatment strategies, they have the power to maximize skill development for success!"
Kiersten Merkel
Occupational Therapist
"My name is Kiersten Merkel. I have been a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for over 2 years. During that time I have earned certification in SOS Feeding. I am originally from Pennsylvania and graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy while there. I discovered a passion for working in pediatrics while completing my fieldwork at a private school for children with autism. As an Occupational Therapist, I hope to help children live their healthiest lives by guiding and teaching them to become more independent, process sensory input, and engage in play! When I'm not looking for the newest sensory fidget or thinking of more ways to work on hand strength; I enjoy reading, hiking, watching Netflix, and spending time with my golden doodle, Winston."
Molly Paradis
Occupational Therapist
"My name is Molly Paradis. I received my Masters in Occupational Therapy from Loma Linda University in 2012. Since graduating, I have had the opportunity to work with pediatrics in both clinic based and school based settings. As an Occupational Therapist, I strive to facilitate independence and teach "skills for the job of living." I enjoy sharing my knowledge with my clients and their families, and seeing progress with each session. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, doing puzzles, and going to hockey games."
Stacey Belché
Speech-Language Pathologist
"My name is Stacey Belché and I have been a licensed and certified speech pathologist for 30 years. I am originally from the San Gabriel Valley and relocated to beautiful Coachella Valley in 2017. I am a graduate of the University of the Pacific and have divided my career between pediatrics and adults. I owned my own practice, Stacey Belché Speech Pathology, in Monrovia, CA for 15 years. I absolutely love what I do and for as long as I’ve been a therapist, the one thing I know for sure is that my clients and families are my greatest teachers. When I’m not working, you might find me playing pickleball, or traveling abroad where I peruse every toy store for interesting finds to bring home and share with my clients."
Elise Schoneman
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
"My name is Elise Schoneman. I received my Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Redlands in 2021 and my SLPA certification through Loma Linda University in 2024. Early into my education journey, I found a passion for working with the pediatric population through volunteering in elementary schools as well as clinical work through U of Redland's on-site clinic. I enjoy supporting children's communication independence and promoting meaningful connections with those in their lives. In my personal time, you can find me reading, traveling, watching spooky movies or searching for my new favorite hiking trail."
Dr. Micheal Jerez
Chiropractor
Michael Jerez, DC was raised in Brooklyn, New York. Working at an early age at his father’s deli or helping his mother sweeping up at her salon, he learned strong work ethics and the importance of serving people. He was always attracted to exercise and working out and soon found his passion for fitness.
Continuing his desire to serve people and love for his country, he enlisted in the United States Military, becoming a Navy Corpsman attached to Several Marine Corps Units with numerous deployments and a tour in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2003. After suffering several injuries, which left him with neurological deficits to his right arm, he began receiving Chiropractic and Acupuncture treatments. The relief he found with complimentary medicine gave Dr. Jerez a better appreciation to the Holistic Approach in caring for patients after noticing major improvements and a decrease in his symptoms.
With this new awareness, Dr. Jerez knew that he had to evolve in order to become more effective at service to his patients. This evolution led him to begin the journey to his degree as a Doctor of Chiropractic in 2009. Dr. Jerez successfully graduated with a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine from Southern California University of Health Sciences in Whittier, California in 2012.
Pediatric Occupational and Speech Therapy
Chiropractic Wellness
43-875 Washington St.
Suite G
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
