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meet our staff
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A pediatric physical therapist is a licensed therapist that has specific training and expertise in child focused interventions. PT's work to help a child develop the strength, balance, endurance, and/or coordination necessary for optimal motor function in the school, home, and community. Rehabilitation efforts focus on developing postural, motor, sensory, and self-care skills to maximize functional independence. Thus, children evaluated and treated may exhibit a wide range of problems, including but not limited to congenital/ genetic disorders, neurological impairments, orthopedic conditions, traumatic injuries, metabolic and endocrine disorders, neuromuscular disorders and sensory or perceptual impairments.
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 Gail Fennimore, LPT, received a B.S. degree in physical therapy from the University of Tennessee in 1973. The majority of her career has emphasized pediatrics, specializing in neurological and developmental disorders. Gail completed an 8-week NDT training and has attended the 3-week advanced baby course. She also has training in sensory integrative treatment, casting, and manual therapy related to children. Gail has broad experience in a variety of settings, including home, school, and center-based treatment. She has been on staff since 1987 and has more than 30 years of clinical experience. Gail is based at our Midtown office. |
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 Erin Harkins, DPT, graduated from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill in 2007 with a Masters in Physical Therapy, after completing her final clinical internship at Child and Family Development, and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2009 from the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill. Prior to beginning graduate work in Physical Therapy, Erin graduated with distinction from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill with a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Chemistry. Erin participated in a research study evaluating the effectiveness of a “constraint induced movement camp” for children with cerebral palsy at UNC. She has worked in both outpatient and acute care prior to joining the Child and Family Development team. Erin has worked with children with a variety of diagnoses; cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, developmental delays, and autism spectrum disorder. Erin leads our pool-based physical therapy services at the Harris YMCA and works at our South Charlotte office. |
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 Leslie Holmes, DPT, graduated from North Carolina State University in May 2003 with Magna Cum Laude honors with a B.S. in Biochemistry and B.A. in Chemistry. She received her doctorate in physical therapy from East Carolina University in May 2006 with a research concentration on “The Effects of Exercise versus Aquatic Exercise on Gait Patterns in Children with Cerebral Palsy.” She has worked in home health, outpatient and school settings with the pediatric population. She is actively pursuing a certification in Yoga and Pilates. She has worked with children with various diagnoses including muscular dystrophy, hypotonia, torticollis, and cerebral palsy. Leslie is based at our Midtown office. |
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 Amy Sturkey, LPT, received a B.S. degree in physical therapy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1987, graduating first in her class with Phi Beta Kappa status. On the C&FD team for more than 20 years, she began as a student intern here in 1987 and joined in 1988. Amy completed her NDT Certification in 1999 and her Sensory Integration Treatment Practicum in 2000. She offers treatment intensives and physical therapy- based music and karate groups. She is an authorized provider for Interactive Metronome, Vital Links, Therapeutic Listening, and The Listening Program. In addition to her Physical Therapy work, Amy is a Certified Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Consultant and offers this service to enhance intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders. She has been a great asset to our team for the past 21 years and works at our Midtown office. |
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