The Team
Who We Are
Dr. Erik Perez, OTR
Co-Founder
Dr. Erik Perez earned his Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Texas Pan American in Edinburg, TX, and his post-professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy with a concentration in Education from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. He brings 14 years of clinical experience having served pediatric populations in outpatient, home health, early intervention, and school-based settings. He has presented to multidisciplinary professionals on the topics of Occupational Therapy and promoting participation in childhood occupations.
Dr. Angela Blackwell, OTR
Co-Founder
Dr. Blackwell is passionate about occupational therapy. She splits her time between researching innovative practices, teaching graduate occupational therapy students, and providing service in community pediatric settings. Her service focuses on supporting participation in important childhood occupations in authentic environments. More specifically, she understands the challenges of addressing sensory and self-regulation needs in the classroom, which is the major focus of her service and research.
Dr. Tyra M. Banks, OTR/L
Co-Founder
Dr. Tyra M. Banks earned her MS in Occupational Therapy (OT) from Columbia University and her EdD in Leadership and Learning in Organizations from Vanderbilt University. She has been a practicing clinician in pediatric settings for over 20 years. Dr. Banks has presented nationally and internationally on topics that center her current research interest area of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, as well as Anti-Racist Pedagogy in Higher Education.
Come Join Our Team!
We are looking for talented OTPs to provide consultation services to meet the sensory processing needs of students (K-8) in their classrooms.
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We cover the following regions in Texas:
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El Paso
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Tarrant County (Dallas)
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Austin
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San Antonio
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Houston
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Rio Grand Valley
For more information, contact us at Info@myshinenetwork.com