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Registered Dietitian Nutritionists
Lindsey Carter, MS, RDN- Owner and Founder of Back 2 Basics
Hi, I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master’s degree in Nutrition and a background in Business and Marketing from Stevenson University. In 2015, I founded Back 2 Basics with a clear mission: to empower children to feel their best and achieve their full potential through personalized, evidence-based collaborative care. Playing a key role in developing our Feeding Therapy Program has been one of my greatest professional joys. My goal is to support every child’s growth and nutritional needs in a way that feels sustainable and empowering. Beyond my professional passion for pediatric nutrition. I’m also the mom of four energetic boys who keep me on my toes—and often on the sidelines of a sports field! I’m a big fan of dark chocolate, live country music, and a sprinkle of Old Bay on just about everything. I look forward to meeting you and your family, and learning how we can help your child thrive!
Amanda- Registered Dietitian, Certified Lactation Consultant
Hi, I’m Amanda! I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Lactation Counselor with nearly a decade of experience. I graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor in Science in Dietetics. My internship was at Hurley Medical Center with focus on pediatrics, NICU, and PICU. I began my career in outpatient pediatrics at Hurley Children’s Center seeing a wide variety of patients.
I specialize and am passionate about pediatric nutrition. I have obtained extensive experiences working with pregnancy and postpartum, breastfeeding support, premature infants & full term infants, weight/growth concerns, picky eating/feeding challenges, along with cardiovascular disease and diabetes management.
My goal is for patients to feel confident, supported, and informed when it comes to nutrition. Whether you’re navigating feeding your children, need breastfeeding support, or looking to build healthier habits-my goal is to make nutrition feel simple. I am here to help you build realistic habits to reach your goals!
Madeline- Registered Dietitian
I am a Registered Dietitan with an emphasis in pediatric nutrition. I completed my ungraduate degree at Idaho State University where I received a Bachelors of Science in Dietetics. In my post graduate internship I developed my love for pediatric nutrition as I was an intern at St. Luke Children’s Hospital in Boise, ID. After graduation, I began my career at WIC and had the privilege of working with pregnant/breastfeeding mothers, infants and children. I returned to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital where I covered the pediatric unit, pediatric oncology unit and the PICU. I spent four years at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT as an outpatient pediatric dietitian. I have seen patients with all different diagnoses including eating disorders, malnutrition/underweight/failure to thrive, obesity/overweight, post NICU follow-up, feeding difficulties, tube feedings, blenderized tube feedings, picky eating and general nutrition counseling. I have also worked in mulitple multidiscplinary clinics through Primary Children’s. I have a love and passion for helping all children! Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband, family and my Dalmatian. I can often be found spending time in the outdoors from running, biking and skiing, as well as traveling. I look forward to helping you and your child!
Speech and Feeding Therapists
Amanda- Speech & Feeding Therapist
I attended West Virginia University where I received my Bachelors of Science in 2011 and Masters of Science in 2013 majoring in Speech Pathology. I hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence with the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA). I have earned my 3 rd ASHA Award for Continuing Education (ACE). I have experience working in acute care and outpatient rehabilitation setting with pediatrics and adults. I have performed diagnosis and treatment of pediatric and adult swallowing, receptive language disorders, expressive language disorders, articulation, phonological processing, voice, fluency, and pragmatic language disorders. I have worked exclusively with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and pediatric feeding disorder (PFD). I am a Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) trained feeding therapist. I love working with pediatric patients and their families to provide parent coaching, routines-based intervention, and support!
Juliana- Speech, Feeding, Myofunctional Therapist & Certified Lactation Counselor
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Hearing and Speech Sciences from the University of Maryland, College Park and my Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Towson University. I have gained a wide range of clinical experience working with both pediatric and adult populations across inpatient and outpatient settings. I have treated clients with expressive/receptive language delays, articulation and phonological concerns, stuttering, cognitive impairments and more. I am especially passionate about pediatric feeding disorders, including infant feeding, early feeding development, oral-motor deficits, and supporting families through the transition to starting solids. I have completed specialized training in The Lactation OT: Infant Feeding and Development, Simon Says Myofunctional Therapy, and I am an SOS Approach to Feeding–trained therapist.
Additionally, I am a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), which allows me to provide specialized support for breastfeeding and early infant feeding, helping families navigate feeding challenges and build confidence during the earliest stages of development. I look forward to working with you and your family!
Elena- Speech, Feeding & Myofunctional Therapist
I received my Bachelors of Science from Towson University in 2019 and my Masters of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from West Virginia University in 2022. During graduate school, I gained a wide variety of experiences working at the WVU Medicine Neurodevelopmental Center, leading a support group through the National Stuttering Association for adults with fluency disorders, and providing feeding and swallowing treatment at a pediatric clinic in Arizona. I finally settled back in Maryland, where I focused on pediatrics, accumulating three years of professional experience splitting my time between a pediatric clinic and schools. In this role, I have provided services in the areas of language, articulation/phonology, fluency, pragmatics, and feeding, with a focus on myofunctional oral motor disorders. I am trained in Simon Says Myofunctional Therapy and Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Feeding. I look forward to supporting and helping you and your child!
Allison- Speech & Feeding Therapist
I earned my B.A. in Hearing and Speech Sciences from University of Maryland, College Park in 2023 (Go Terps!) and went on to complete my M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology at University of Maryland as well. I have experience working in a variety of settings with both adult and pediatric populations, including inpatient acute care, language-centered preschool programs, public schools, and outpatient pediatrics. My pediatric experience includes evaluating and treating language delays, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency, articulation, cognition, pragmatic language, and feeding and swallowing disorders. My greatest passion lies in building strong therapeutic relationships with families and their children to create a supportive, engaging learning environment. I look forward to partnering with your family to help your child achieve their feeding and communication goals
Rachel- Speech & Feeding Therapist
I attended West Chester University of Pennsylvania where I received my Bachelor’s of Art in Communication Sciences and Disorders & minor in Deaf Studies, followed by Towson University where I received my Master’s of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. During my graduate school career, I obtained extensive experience with both pediatric and adult clients across multiple settings including the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Home Health, outpatient, and subacute rehabilitation. I have evaluated and treated both pediatric and adult clients for swallowing, feeding, receptive/expressive language, articulation, cognition, apraxia, dysarthria, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and more! I have developed a passion for feeding/swallowing, and oral motor disorders, including pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), dysphagia, and sensory aversions. I am also a Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) trained feeding therapist. I look forward to working together and helping to achieve your feeding/communication goals!
Courtney- Clinical Fellow Speech Language Pathologist
Hi, I’m Courtney! I earned both my B.S. in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (2023) and M.S. (2025) in Speech-Language Pathology from Towson University. During graduate school, I worked with children from infancy through early adulthood with a variety of diagnoses. My clinical experience includes intervention in language development, articulation and phonology, social/pragmatic skills, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and feeding. I’ve worked in outpatient, telehealth, in-home and hospital-based settings, and have provided individual and group therapy. As a graduate student intern at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, I had the opportunity to work in several specialized programs: at the Center for Autism Services, Science, and Innovation (CASSI), I led small-group therapy for preschool-aged children focused on communication and social development and administered speech-language testing during multidisciplinary diagnostic evaluations; in the Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs) Clinic, I supported moms and infants (6 months and under) with feeding challenges related to tongue and lip ties; and in the Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program, I conducted feeding evaluations and treatment at the outpatient, intensive day, and inpatient levels of care. I have a passion for early intervention, AAC, and helping children develop in the areas of feeding and communication through collaborative care. I’m here to support you and your child, and I look forward to being part of your journey!
Occupational Therapists & Feeding Therapists
Emma- Lead Occupational & Feeding Therapist
I attended Towson University and graduated with my Masters degree in occupational therapy in 2019. I have worked in pediatric private practices for the last four years. I have held leadership positions growing an OT clinic from the ground up. I have worked with a large variety of the pediatric population with diagnoses including, but not limited to: autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and developmental delay. However, I’m most interested in pediatric feeding therapy and I am a certified SOS feeding provider. I love co-treating with other professions. I grew up in the Frederick area but I have been living in Howard County since graduating college. I enjoy reading, time with friends and family, listening to podcasts and music, and being outdoors. I look forward to meeting you!”
Isabella- Occupational & Feeding Therapist
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from McDaniel College in 2020 and Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from Shenandoah University in 2023. I realized my love for working with kids early on and found my true passion in pediatric occupational therapy during undergraduate school. I have worked in outpatient pediatrics for the past two years, gaining experience working with children with a variety of diagnoses including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, down syndrome, and dyslexia among others. I strive to build a strong, collaborative relationship with families and create a fun, motivating environment to foster progress during therapy. Outside of work I enjoy going for walks downtown with ice cream in hand, working with high schoolers at my home church, and watching the same comfort shows on repeat. I am so excited to meet you and be a part of your child’s journey!
Kelsey- Occupational & Feeding Therapist
I grew up in Frederick, Maryland. I attended undergrad at Towson University where I received by Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science and then completed my master’s program at Clarkson University in December of 2021 where I received my Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. I have experience in acute care, subacute care, and outpatient settings. For the past two years I have been working primarily with pediatric patients and have found it to be my passion! I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), down syndrome, sensory processing disorder, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, feeding difficulties, ARFID, and more. I received my AEIOU feeding certification in September of 2024 and strive to continue to develop my knowledge and skillset surrounding both feeding therapy and other occupational therapy interventions! In my free time I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends as well as playing volleyball. I look forward to meeting and collaborating with you and your child!
April- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
I have been a practicing Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for eight years. During this time, I have dedicated six years to outpatient pediatric clinics and two years in an educational environment. My experience includes working with children who have a variety of diagnoses, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), cerebral palsy, sensory processing disorder, developmental delays, Down syndrome, among others. I am deeply passionate about working with children and strive to integrate play and crafts into my therapeutic approach whenever possible. I look forward to helping your child grow and thrive at Back 2 Basics.
Family and Pediatric Counseling
Renee- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
I enjoy working with children and adolescents with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, fear, ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, grief, behavioral issues, and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake disorder. I have 15 years of experience working in a school setting, six of which I served as a school counselor, and am excited to bring my expertise to working with clients at Back to Basics. I believe in fostering a therapeutic relationship with clients and empathize with clients as they embark on the counseling journey. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy and play therapy approaches in my sessions. I believe counseling is a powerful tool that can bring about positive changes. I have a master’s degree in School Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor. I enjoy spending time outdoors with my three boys, traveling, and reading.
Whittni- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Whittni was raised in Southern Maryland. Whittni realized that she wanted to work with children because she felt like the work is proactive and she would be able to make long standing impacts on those she would work with.
Guardian coaching and play therapy are implemented in almost all sessions. When in session, I aim to have a comprehensive and culturally-sensitive approach that allows each client’s needs to be exceptionally met. Families who work with me will be able to collaborate on all levels of treatment to ensure that goals are met in a timely manner. Areas that I have worked on with children include impulse control, self-esteem enhancement, anger management, sibling aggression, anxiety, depression, and mindfulness.
In her free time, Whittni enjoys roller skating, playing tennis, arts and crafts, and spending time with her friends and family.
Certified Lactation Counselors
Amanda RDN, CLC and Juliana SLP, CLC
Our Lactation and Feeding Support Team brings together the unique expertise of a Speech-Language Pathologist/Certified Lactation Counselor and a Registered Dietitian/Certified Lactation Counselor to provide comprehensive, family-centered care for infants, children, and mothers. By combining specialized knowledge in feeding therapy, lactation, nutrition, and infant development, they work collaboratively to support families through every stage of feeding and growth.
Together, they provide individualized support for breastfeeding and bottle feeding challenges, infant feeding difficulties, oral-motor delays, sensory aversions, picky eating, weight and growth concerns, premature and full-term infant nutrition, and pediatric feeding disorders. Their combined backgrounds allow them to address both the medical and functional aspects of feeding, ensuring families receive well-rounded care that supports nutrition, development, and confidence during mealtimes.
With advanced training in lactation counseling, pediatric feeding therapy, oral-motor development, SOS feeding therapy, myofunctional therapy, and maternal wellness, they are passionate about helping children and families thrive. Their collaborative approach allows them to create personalized treatment plans that support not only feeding success, but the overall health and well-being of both child and caregiver.
Staff
Krysten- Billing Specialist
Krysten earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Health Services Management from the University of Maryland. She has also earned her certification as a Certified Coding Associate from AHIMA.
Out of college she started her career as a billing associate for an audiology, speech and occupational therapy office in Leesburg, VA. She has continued her passion for medical billing and coding within the therapy field for the past 8 years.
Nash- Front Desk/Adminstrative Assistant
Hi! I’m passionate about working with children and have experience supporting kids with ASD, FASD, ADHD, trauma, behavioral challenges, and developmental delays in both public and private school settings. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our three children, and our pups, especially family weekends in the mountains and football season — Go Buckeyes! I’m excited to meet your family, build connections, and make every visit a positive experience!
Tiesha- Front Desk/Administrative Assistant
I’m Tiesha, a healthcare professional for over 20 years of service and experience. With a B.S in Healthcare Management, I have worked in several hospitals, clinics, practice practices, and home care agencies. I am passionate about helping people, building morale, and strengthening teams. I am also a mom of four, a wife, a dog mom, and a music lover.