About
Building a better tomorrow
Lemon City Collective is a mission-driven organization that is changing the healthcare landscape in Miami. We provide Physical and Occupational therapy, developmental classes, support groups, and resources for families and professionals.
We envision a world where all children can access the highest quality developmental support regardless of their ability to pay. That's why our approach is community-oriented, building an environment that supports our collective thriving.
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Thinking outside
the box
Because your child is more than a diagnosis
Neurodiversity
Affirming
We embrace all parts of the individual, seeing differences as strengths.
PLAY BASED
We promote learning through having fun.
Community driven
We strive to be inclusive and accessible, where everyone belongs and is part of a caring, supportive community.
Evidence Oriented
We stay current with research so that your child always receives the highest level of care.
Lemon City Team
Experts in child development who are passionate about making a positive impact in your child’s life and our community.
Therapists & Staff
Brittany Aquart, PT, DPT, PCS | Executive Director
Brittany (she/her) is the founder and Executive Director of Lemon City Collective. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist, and mom of two. Brittany is especially passionate about early infant development and attachment, as well as helping children grow into their happiest, most independent selves. Brittany is trained in TMR Tots and is certified by the Prechtl Trust in the General Movements Assessment. She is a Miami-born, University of Miami alumna and former ballet dancer who loves embracing neurodiversity, eating good food, learning fun facts, and trying new things.
Allie Llaneras, MS, OTR/L | Occupational Therapist
Allie (she/her) is an occupational therapist who specializes in sensory processing and Teacher-Child Interaction Therapy. She is originally from Miami and received her Masters in Occupational Therapy from Florida International University. Allie also holds a Masters in Exercise Science from Barry University and is a personal trainer as well as former collegiate athlete. She loves coming up with creative activities for her clients, spending time with her dogs, and staying active.
Rachel W. Hearst, PT, DPT | Physical Therapist
Rachel (she/her) is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 12 years experience working with children and adults in a variety of settings, including medically complex, acute care, neurological rehab, preschool, hippotherapy and aquatic therapy. She is from the Lower Hudson Valley area in NY, and previously taught DPT students at New York Medical College, one of her alma maters. Rachel has extensive experience teaching Pilates, and is trained and experienced in Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). She is passionate about positive Autism support and neurodiversity-affirming care, especially as it relates to validating Autistic experiences. She loves dogs, spending time in nature, studying yoga, and keeping up with her two active boys.
Megan Sanchez, PT, DPT | Physical Therapist
Megan (she/her) is a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Wesley Chapel, FL. She is an alumna of University of St. Augustine Health Sciences Graduate School as well as University of Tampa. Megan is passionate about supporting neuromuscular conditions, working with children to meet their developmental milestones, and providing neurodiversity affirming care. In her free time, she volunteers with adaptive sports organizations and helps build adaptive mobility devices for children with Go Baby Go. Megan also loves spending time in nature, hiking and kayaking.
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Sydney Pincus, PT, DPT | Physical Therapist
Sydney (she/her) graduated from the University of Miami as a double cane with a degree in Microbiology and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Between her work as a therapy provider and her extensive background in childcare, coaching gymnastics and working as a lead staff member of a renowned sleep away camp, she brings a decade of unique experiences to her work. Sydney is also a pelvic floor specialist, and helps families navigate concerns including constipation, toilet learning, bed wetting, and other topics. She spent time working at St Jude Children’s Hospital in the physical therapy department with children of various ages and ability levels on active cancer treatment. Working with children has always been something that lights up her life! Outside of work, Sydney enjoys farmers markets, reading, swimming and soaking up the south Florida sun!
Nicole Willis, PT, DPT | Physical Therapist
Nicole (she/her) is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 8 years of experience working in a variety of settings including pediatrics, outpatient orthopedics, sports, and geriatrics. She is trained in TMR Tots, pediatrics NDT techniques, rehabilitation based Pilates, blood flow restriction, Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Rocktape. Nicole is from northern Connecticut and is an alumna of the University of Miami and the University of Connecticut. She is especially passionate about working with infants with torticollis and developmental delays, and providing neurodiversity-affirming care. Nicole loves spending time outdoors with her husband, two young girls and her dog.
Jennifer Berrios | Administrative Specialist
Jennifer (she/her) is Lemon City Collective's Administrative and Billing Specialist. She has extensive knowledge and experience with medical billing, insurance authorization, and claims adjustment, and is passionate about making care more accessible for all children. Jennifer is from Miami, FL, is fluent in both English and Spanish, and is currently working toward a degree in business and entrepreneurship. She keeps busy as a mom of four, and loves to spend time with her family, watching new TV series, and volunteering to help children and families.
Board of Directors
Sara Phillips, MS, OTR/L | Board Director
Sara (she/her) serves as a Board Director for Lemon City Collective, and is passionate about promoting strengths-based, family-centered, child-focused care. She is from Cooper City, FL and has been a pediatric occupational therapist since 2015. She currently practices in Broward County, providing neurodiversity affirming care for neurodivergent individuals. Sara loves spending time with family, friends and her adorable cat, reading books and going to musicals.
Melissa Knopp, M.S. Ed, BCBA | Board Director
Melissa Knopp (she/her) serves as Board Director for Lemon City Collective, and is a teacher and behavior analyst committed to cultivating healing experiences for families based on relationship and understanding. She is passionate about working with families of autistic individuals who are nonspeaking or unreliably speaking, and is skilled in supporting alternative means of communication. She is from Woodcliff Lake, NJ and is an alumna of NYU and Pace University. She has experience in a variety of clinical settings, including helping build a multi-disciplinary neurology clinic. Melissa loves music, nature, animals (especially her adorable dog), and exploring new places. She is excited to be part of an organization that provides loving, respectful and therapeutically-effective care.
Taylor Neverman | Board Director
Taylor (she/her) serves as Board Director for Lemon City Collective. She offers writing, design, and capacity-building services to the dreamers, do-ers, and in-betweeners who make up Miami's vibrant communities. Taylor graduated from the University of North Florida, magna cum laude, with a Bachelor’s of Arts in International Politics and Relations, and minors in Spanish and Creative Nonfiction Writing. She is an avid reader, podcast listener, and NPR junkie. Although not born in Florida, Taylor has lived in the state most of her life and is grateful for the opportunity to give back to the greater Miami community.
Brittany Aquart, PT, DPT, PCS | Executive Director
Brittany (she/her) is the founder and Executive Director of Lemon City Collective. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist, and mom of two. Brittany is especially passionate about early infant development and attachment, as well as helping children grow into their happiest, most independent selves. She is a Miami-born, University of Miami alumna and former ballet dancer who loves embracing neurodiversity, eating good food, learning fun facts, and trying new things.
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