Heightened Potential Co.

03/10/2026

Hi horse friends! I am working on getting some updated pics and videos now that spring has sprung. We are downsizing our herd to focus on therapy and unfortunately Ms Bella is just to big and adventurous for our little HP friends, please help me help her find her very own person. I'll be sharing a formal ad shortly to share as well but I appreciate any help in sharing this to help get me started on the hunt for the BEST home.

Beautiful black and white piebald gypsy x percheron mare, instructor/ trainer owned since yearling. Purchased for my husband who doesn't have time to ride.

02/28/2026

So grateful for the opportunity to present at Pine View Elementary’s Career Fair here in Westel, TN!

Jeanni shared about occupational therapy and how we help children succeed in their everyday “jobs” — learning, playing, making friends, and becoming more independent.... AND.... how therapy can take place in natural environments, including the intentional use of nature and horses within a therapy plan to support balance, regulation, attention, and confidence.

Thank you, Pine View, for inviting Heightened Potential to inspire future helping professionals! 🐴💜

02/17/2026

We are celebrating a milestone — we now have 10 amazing providers on our team! 🎉

And we’re so excited to introduce the newest addition, Shelby, who will be serving families part-time in Anderson, Knox, and Loudon Counties, as well as via telehealth.

Shelby earned her Bachelor’s degree from East Tennessee State University and her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from Tennessee Wesleyan University. She brings experience in school-based settings and as a Registered Behavior Technician, with strengths in sensory integration, fine motor development, emotional regulation, and caregiver coaching.

She is passionate about supporting children in building meaningful life skills within their natural environments. We are so grateful to have her join our growing team — please help us give Shelby a warm welcome!

02/04/2026

We’re proud to be a team of dedicated independent providers working together to support children and families through thoughtful, individualized therapy services.

Our updated Meet the Team page highlights the incredible therapists and support staff who bring their expertise, heart, and commitment to Heightened Potential every day.

Take a moment to learn more about the people behind the care:
https://www.heightenedpotential.com/meet-our-team

We’re grateful to serve alongside such an amazing team and community!

Heightened Potential Co. has been serving clients and families since 2008. We pride ourselves in providing services with the whole child and family in mind. Our therapists integrate a variety of techniques and strategies including equine movement and interactions as well as family/play based

01/27/2026

🌟 Welcome Stephanie to the Heightened Potential Team! 🌟

We are excited to introduce our newest contractor, Stephanie, who began providing in-home and community-based early intervention services in the Knoxville area through TEIS in November.

Stephanie graduated from the University of Findlay with a Bachelor’s in Science (2015) and a Master’s in Occupational Therapy (2016). She brings a strong clinical background with experience in skilled nursing, adult care, and outpatient pediatrics, and has spent the last several years supporting pediatric development and functional outcomes.

Stephanie also has advanced training through the American Hippotherapy Association, Inc. (Level 1) and Dynamic Movement Interventions (Introductory Level C). Her primary focus is integrating sensory processing with gross motor skill advancement, helping children develop foundational movement, coordination, and functional participation in daily routines.

We are thrilled to have Stephanie joining our team to support families in Knox County. Welcome, Stephanie! 🎉

01/27/2026

Are you a graduate student interested in learning more about hippotherapy? Are you a clinical instructor working with clinical interns utilizing equine movement in their fieldwork rotations? Well, do we have something NEW for you!

We are SO excited to be able to offer a student discount on our 2026 Virtual Conference (something we’ve never done before😲)! Head over to our website and register today for this unique educational opportunity. We can’t wait to see you there!

01/23/2026

✨ Food Play in Action ✨

We love when families share moments like these. This little guy is engaging in food play during a shared activity with mom while she is preparing dinner—using a child-safe lettuce knife to explore and cut cilantro and tomatoes in a supported, developmentally appropriate way.

Experiences like this support:

🖐️ Fine motor development (bilateral coordination, grasp strength, hand-eye coordination)

👀 Visual-motor integration and motor planning

🌿 Sensory exploration through touch, smell, and visual exposure in a low-pressure context

🧠 Cognitive and language development by learning about foods, sequences, and cause-and-effect

❤️ Positive relationships with food by building familiarity and confidence without expectations to eat

Food play is not about consumption—it is about exposure, regulation, and meaningful participation in everyday routines. When children are invited into food preparation alongside a caregiver in a playful, supportive way, they are building foundational skills that support feeding, independence, and overall development.

Thank you to this family for sharing such a wonderful example of learning through everyday life. 💛

01/17/2026

✨ Volunteer Appreciation Spotlight ✨

We are incredibly grateful to introduce and recognize Berta, our volunteer Spanish interpreter, whose generosity of time and spirit has been a meaningful support to our families and team here in TN.

Berta is retired following a long and accomplished career in human resources, bringing with her a deep understanding of people, communication, and advocacy. She calls Crossville home, where she enjoys life with her husband, beloved pups and is an avid yogi.

Her willingness to share her skills and serve as a bridge for families who benefit from Spanish language support reflects her commitment to connection, dignity, and community. Volunteers like Berta strengthen our ability to serve families well and ensure communication remains respectful, clear, and inclusive.

Thank you, Berta, for your kindness, professionalism, and the heart you bring to our work. We are truly appreciative of you. 💙

01/16/2026

We are proud to recognize one of our outstanding contractors, Deb, who recently presented at the AOTA Child and Youth Specialty Conference.

Deb shared her research from last year focused on factors that impact school-based occupational therapy practice, contributing meaningful insight to ongoing conversations within the field of occupational therapy. Her presentation reflected thoughtful analysis, strong clinical reasoning, and a strong commitment to advancing evidence-informed, school-based practice.

The conference offered a valuable opportunity to connect with occupational therapy practitioners from across the country, learn from diverse perspectives, and bring those insights back to colleagues and students. We are grateful for Deb’s dedication to professional growth and for her leadership in helping move our profession forward.

Thank you, Deb, for representing the field of occupational therapy with excellence.

01/16/2026

✨ Building Balance, Coordination, and Confidence ✨

This little one is working diligently in physical therapy to develop balance and coordination—foundational skills that support safe movement, independence, and participation in everyday activities.

Just as important as the physical skills themselves is the experience of success. When children feel successful during therapy, their nervous system is more receptive to learning. Success supports motivation, confidence, and engagement, which in turn strengthens motor planning, postural control, and carryover into daily routines.

Through intentional, child-centered movement experiences, we strive to create therapy moments that are challenging and achievable—helping each child build not only physical skills, but also a strong sense of “I can do this.”

💙 Progress happens when skill development and emotional safety grow together.