Meet The Team

Co-Founder & President

Rachel Dowdy, MOT, OTR/L

Rachel graduated from Xavier University with her MOT in 2015 before beginning clinical practice with ABC Therapies, Inc. at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. She has served clients at Franklin County JIC, Nationwide Children's Behavioral Health, and re-entry non-profits in Columbus. Rachel is passionate about systemic inequalities, research, advocacy, and jobs that prioritize the mental health & well-being of employees.

Co-Founder & Treasurer 

Victoria Baker, OTD, OTR/L

Victoria graduated from The Ohio State University with her OTD in 2020 after completing her capstone experience and project in juvenile corrections. She began working for ABC Therapies, Inc. following graduation where she served clients at Franklin County Juvenile Intervention Center and Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. Since graduation, she also has worked as a school-based therapist and as an Evidence-Based Practice Coordinator and clinical therapist at Nationwide Children's hospital in outpatient and inpatient behavioral health. Victoria is passionate about bringing increased evidence to the area of mental health-based OT and increasing access to quality services in juvenile justice-based settings. 

Occupational Therapist 

Lorraine Muntwyler, MOT, OTR/L

Lorraine began as a COTA working in private out-patient, schools, hospitals, home health, inpatient behavioral health, and out-patient pediatrics. Having done clinical work at Samaritan Behavioral Health for out-patient pediatric mental health and Choices, Inc. for transitioning youth to Independent Living, Lorraine followed her passion for mental health and pediatrics. After graduating from Findlay University with her MOT in 2008, Lorraine continued work in adult inpatient behavioral health until her employment with ABC Therapies, Inc. in 2019. She serves Montgomery County Center for Adolescent Services (CAS) with a unique program for emotional regulation with a sensory modulation focus. Lorraine advocates for positive childhood experiences for children of all ages. She is dedicated to helping adolescents grow in the areas of self-knowledge, values, and identity as it connects with behavior.

Occupational Therapist

Danielle Rasey, MOT, OTR/L

Danielle Rasey graduated in 2016 with a Master’s of Occupational Therapy. One of her Level 2 fieldwork rotations was at an inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility. After graduating, Danielle primarily worked in public school systems and special education for six years. She has now worked virtually and in-person with incarcerated and at-risk youth for 3+ years.

Occupational Therapist

Amy Hoover, OTD, OTR/L

​Amy graduated from a doctoral OT program in 2021 after completing her capstone project in a juvenile residential treatment facility. She began working at ABC Therapies, Inc. in 2023 serving clients at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility after starting her career in acute care working at the James Cancer Center. Amy currently serves clients at CJCF and is also serving clients at Nationwide Children’s Behavioral Health Pavilion. Amy is passionate about teaching regulation skills, supporting youth mental health, conducting research, advocating for social justice, and supporting at-risk youth. 

Occupational Therapist

Morgan Layman, OTD, OTR/L

Morgan graduated from Kettering College with her OTD in 2022 after completing her doctoral capstone project at the Center for Adolescent Services. She started and currently works at an inpatient behavioral health hospital servicing adult populations. She began working for ABC Therapies, Inc. at the Center for Adolescent Services in 2024. Morgan is passionate about mental health OT program development and advocating for mental health OT outpatient resources/services. 

Occupational Therapist

Kelly Dezsi, OTD, OTR/L

​Kelly graduated from Cleveland State University with her OTD in 2024 after completing her capstone experience and project in women’s corrections. She began working for ABC Therapies, Inc. at Cuyahoga Hills Correctional Facility. Since graduation, she also has worked in acute care in the Cleveland area. Kelly is passionate about helping youth learn the necessary skills for a successful reintegration.

Occupational Therapist

Jenna Tibbits, OTD, OTR/L

Jenna graduated from The Ohio State University with her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy in 2026 after completing her capstone experience and project in juvenile corrections. She has clinical experience in adult inpatient psychiatry, pediatric mental health, and oncology acute care, with a strong interest in mental and behavioral health occupational therapy. Jenna is passionate about providing trauma-informed care and helping justice-involved youth develop the knowledge and confidence to understand, navigate, and advocate for their own healthcare needs. She has a particular interest in addressing occupational deprivation and creating opportunities for youth to engage in meaningful activities that support their growth, independence, and well-being. Jenna is also passionate about advocating for and expanding access to occupational therapy services within mental and behavioral health and juvenile justice settings.

Office Administrator

Brenda Carnes

Brenda Carnes is our highly detail-oriented office administrator that keeps us organized and at the top of our game. Brenda began working at ABC Therapies, Inc. as office manager in 2005. Rachel and Victoria, now owners of UP, also worked at ABC. When the owners of ABC retired,  Rachel and Victoria asked her to be a part of their team at UP. Brenda was thrilled to join the UP team and eager to contribute skills and experience to the team's goals.