Who We Are



Susan McNutt, OTR

Susan McNutt has been a pediatric occupational therapist since 1987.  In the past she has been a therapist in both the school and hospital settings, however she began building her private practice in 1990, working with Rosemary White initially while learning the basics of maintaining her own clinic.  She specializes in providing sensory integrative therapy and neurodevelopmental treatment, utilizing many different techniques including therapeutic horseback riding (Hippotherapy) and therapeutic listening programs.  She is interested in working with the family and the child as a whole so that home programs, behavioral programs, nutrition, and team work are all important parts of her therapy. 

Cherie Wipf, COTA

Cherie has been providing care as an occupational therapist assistant since 2016, and has been working at Pediatric NDT & SI Therapy Services since September, 2023. She spent her childhood caring for foster children with varying neurological abilities; when she was introduced to occupational therapy while caring for her terminally ill mother, she knew she'd found her calling. Graduating from PIMA Medical Institute in 2016, she spent the last 7 years providing critical care to adults post traumatic event; she is well-versed in all aspects of occupational therapy, placing an emphasis on safety, mobility/strengthening, emotional recognition/regulation, and providing coping strategies and environmental adaptations to maximize independence. Her dream has always been to work with children again, and she's excited to continue growing as a therapist here at Warm Rain Ranch.

Priscilla Stovall, COTA

Therapeutic Animals

The therapeutic animals we have as mentors and partners for children include not only the horses but cats, goats, ducks, chickens, and doves. They all provide various roles in facilitating motor skills, self esteem, regulation, social skills, and communication.

Kiote

Kiote is an Appaloosa gelding. Kiote is a trustworthy horse with a big personality. He was born here on the ranch and has been playing and working with children since birth. His size and gait are perfect for kids of all sizes.

Gaylin

Gaylin is a paint gelding. Gaylin is gentle and friendly to all the children. He has been working with kids for many years and is eager to please. He enjoys his job.

Rowan

Rowan is an Appaloosa gelding who has in the past few years lost much of his eyesight, but he is patient and clearly has a love for the kids. His bright personality and funny expressions bring smiles and laughter.

Soren

Soren is an Appaloosa gelding. He can always get a smile with his goofy sense of humor. Soren is an able and willing partner, who will happily take his riders wherever they want to go. His favorite things include playing in the water and over-ripe pears.

Kian

Kian is a young appaloosa gelding who has been with us since he was 5 months old. He is Ciara’s half brother. He is still being started as a riding horse but has a playful temperment that makes him wonderful when working with the children on the ground.

Ciara

Ciara is a young appaloosa mare who has been with us since she was 6 months old. She is Kian’s half sister. She is still being started as a riding horse but she is a willing partner with the children on a lead line.