Amy Horner
MPH, RD, CLC, LN
Nutrition
University of Minnesota, M.S. Public Health Nutrition and Dietics
As a Registered Dietician, Certified Lactation Consultant, and mother of three, Amy brings over two decades of professional and personal experience to the Cozy Nest. Amy has "been there," and loves helping new moms solve problems during a baby's first year. Her knowledge of pediatric nutrition brings with it a nuanced understanding and treatment of challenging situations such as tube feeding and failure to thrive cases.
Recognizing the importance of community and open discussion, Amy assisted in establishing The Cozy Café, a support group for mothers and caregivers offered by The Cozy Nest.
Amy believes in the philosophy of "all foods in moderation," and inspires kids of all ages to practice healthy eating. When not creating fabulous food for her own family, Amy enjoys getting out for solo hikes, exploring new and vibrant places, and writing for publication.
Lacey Lubenow
MOTR/L
Occupational Therapy
Idaho State University, Masters in Occupational Therapy
After accepting my first job as a teacher's aide in a local preschool located in Casper, Wyoming, I knew that I wanted to find a career working with children. I continued to work in preschool settings throughout my schooling at Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID accumulating almost 10 years of early childhood experience after graduating with my masters. I strive to make sessions meaningful and motivating for children by incorporating their interests, while still working on skill development needed for goal attainment.
I enjoy the outdoors and spending time gardening, hiking, fishing, and camping with my husband and golden retriever, Duke.
Shad James
PT
Physical Therapy
With twenty-plus years of rich and varied pediatric experience, Shad has worked in rural schools, aquatics, homes, and clinical settings. During that time, he has treated a multitude of diagnoses and focused extensively on orthotic evaluation, casting, and fitting. He treats children as individuals, taking a personal, whole body approach when addressing an issue rather than targeting only the area of concern.
As physical therapy can be a difficult process, Shad uses creative strategies to build trust and identify a child's unique strengths making treatment a productive and playful experience. At the Cozy Nest, Shad promotes "functional fun" and positive reinforcement creating an atmosphere of excitement and encouragement motivating children to work hard and push through the tough times.
Shad is the proud father of six children. He led the Bozeman Wrestling Club as head coach for seven years and supported the Bozeman High wrestling team as an assistant coach for five. Shad likes to mix up his own fitness training by competing in rugged and challenging Spartan Race competitions.
Meggan Mueske
MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Therapy
State University of New York at Plattsburgh, B.S. Communication Sciences and Disorders (2001)
University of Northern Colorado, M.A. Speech-Language Pathology (2006)
Meggan brings a broad base of experience to the Cozy Nest team. Her background involves providing therapy to children and adults in a multitude of environments, including schools, inpatient acute, outpatient, long-term, skilled nursing, and in-home health care. Throughout her seasoned career, Meggan has had the opportunity to treat a wide variety of neurological diagnoses, as well as speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. Her particular interests relate to skilled treatment across all life stages, literacy and cortical visual impairment (CVI), orofacial myofunctional disorders, as well as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Meggan is VitalStim certified, and as a testament to her commitment to evidence-based treatment and being current in research has received the ASHA ACE award several times.
Before settling in Bozeman, Meggan bounced around Colorado and Montana with her husband, son, and dog. She stays active by hiking, swimming, biking, and traveling, and indulges her creative side by entertaining friends, designing, reading, and gardening.
Kaysie Smith
MS,OTR/L
Occupational Therapy
University of Mary, M.S. Occupational Therapy
While gaining her degree and working in pediatric outpatient settings, Kaysie's focus centered around the development of fine motor, visual motor, self-care, play, and social skills. Kaysie practices a holistic philosophy combining a client-centered, mind/body/spirit approach to treatment. Dedicated to empowering children, she works with neurological, developmental, congenital, and sensory-motor deficits to increase functional skills across a multitude of environments. Kaysie is trained in the treatment of feeding difficulties using the Sequential Oral Sensory Approach (SOS) integrating postural, sensory, motor, and behavioral considerations to increase a child's interaction with food.
Outside of the Cozy Nest, you'll find Kaysie exploring the outdoors cross-country skiing, bird hunting, hiking, and fishing with her husband and two eager German shorthaired pointers.
Jasmine Williams-Daly
PT, DPT
Physical Therapy
University of Mississippi, B.S. Exercise Science
University of Utah, Doctor of Physical Therapy
As a former collegiate track and field sprinter for Ole Miss, Jasmine has a practical and comprehensive understanding of exercise science and physical therapy. Jasmine's philosophy partners aquatic therapy with on-land rehabilitation to improve the overall function and quality of life of her patients. She is a lifelong learner and looks forward to using her experience and knowledge to provide specialized and supportive care to children and families of the Cozy Nest.
Outside of work, Jasmine stays involved by coaching youth Track and Field, mentoring developing athletes to become confident and balanced competitors. Jasmine enjoys traveling to new places, hanging out with family and friends, and spending time hiking outdoors with her husband and rambunctious puppy, Rue.