Vanessa Chan-Felcman
Co-Founder, M.A., CCC/SLP

With over 23 years of speech therapy experience, Vanessa founded Family First Speech Therapy in January 2014 and joined with her colleague Michelle Reed, OTR in creating SPACE Therapy Gym, a pediatric therapy center that provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy and applied behavior analysis in one convenient and fun location.

As one of only a few fully certified speech pathologists in Profectum and ICDL in DIR®️ / Floortime™️ in Houston, she understands her clients’ challenges – how they process language, how they become regulated and how they move their body in order to build a strong foundation for communication.

In 2017, she finished a two year program to become a certified trainer in the DIR/Floortime Model and it is her mission to use this certification to teach and empower parents, caregivers and all professionals about this powerful tool. Vanessa is most excited about the opportunity for team members at SPACE to continue learning from one another and other professionals in related fields in order to provide tailored programming for every child!

Outside of work, Vanessa also stays active in volunteer organizations with her children through Young Mens Service League and National Charity League.

Kenya Pye
M.S. CCC-SLP

Kenya was born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida. She became interested in the field of speech language pathology while studying Early Childhood Education at Alabama State University where she received her Bachelor of Science. Realizing her passion for helping the pediatric population to communicate, she went on to pursue a Master of Science in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from Alabama A&M University.

Kenya loves working with the pediatric population and takes special interest in speech sound disorders and child-led therapy. She is a DIRFloortime®️️ Provider, who loves integrating traditional speech therapy with basic floortime principles. She strives to recognize the unique and individual needs of each child and to work in conjunction with caregivers to create a well-rounded treatment approach to meet their communication and feeding goals.

In her free time, Kenya enjoys traveling, playing sand volleyball with her co-workers, and finding fun and exciting things to do in Houston.

Anna Pidala
M.S. CCC-SLP

Hi everyone! My name is Anna Pidala, and I am a Speech-Language Pathologist. I graduated from Baylor University with both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. I am passionate about supporting young children and their families, with a special interest in Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and early intervention. I love helping children build a strong foundation for communication and watching their confidence grow as their speech and language skills develop.

My background in research has also shaped my clinical perspective. I have experience with eye-tracking technology and early autism diagnosis, which has strengthened my understanding of early developmental indicators and the importance of timely, individualized support. This foundation allows me to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care for young children and their families.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading, trying new restaurants around Houston, and playing tennis to stay active and have fun. I’m thrilled to be part of SPACE Therapy & Gym and am committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families I serve.

Gina Drummond
Clinical Director, OTD, OTR

Gina joined the SPACE team in July 2018 and can’t imagine working anywhere else! Gina was born in Houston but grew up in Dallas. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. Gina knew she wanted to work at a play-based pediatric clinic following her clinical fieldwork in northern Italy, where she used the DIRFloortime® treatment approach with American military families.

Gina strives to implement evidence-based care and actively seeks continuing education experiences. She is a Proficient DIRFloortime® Provider and has formal training in Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding, Beckman Oral Motor Protocol, sensory integration approaches, and emotional-regulation for children. She is passionate about child-led play and following a child’s lead to promote progress.

Having grown up with a sibling on the autism spectrum, Gina builds strong connections with caregivers and relates to families on a personal level. Outside of SPACE, Gina is a contributing faculty member and teaches at the University of St. Augustine in the MOT and OTD programs. In her free time, Gina enjoys traveling, being outside, and spending time with family and friends.

Megan Lathrom
BCBA

Megan is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who is passionate about helping children reach their full potential while supporting families every step of the way. Before becoming a BCBA, she worked as a Special Education Teacher in the Autism Support Program at Katy ISD, where she partnered with students, families, and school teams to create positive, individualized learning experiences.

With experience in both the classroom and clinical settings, Megan understands that every child is unique. She enjoys finding creative ways to make learning meaningful and fun while helping children build communication, social, daily living, and independence skills. She believes that strong relationships and teamwork are the foundation of success and loves collaborating with families to celebrate progress—big and small.
Megan is committed to creating a supportive, encouraging environment where children can thrive and families feel confident and empowered throughout their journey.

Outside of work, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, four children, and two dogs. She loves baking, cheering on the Houston Astros and the Nebraska Cornhuskers, staying active with Pilates, and exploring local parks with her family.

Jordan Frye
MOT, OTR

Jordan first joined the KCOT/SPACE team in 2017 as a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA), and became a registered occupational therapist (OTR) in 2021. She has several years experience (since 2015) providing compassionate, client-centered care under the DIR/Floortime® Approach. Jordan’s passion is enabling each child to meet their fullest potential toward functional independence in fun and fulfilling ways. She is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care for her clients and their families, equipping them with those resources and strategies best suited to meet their unique needs.

Jordan has a BA in Psychology from Baylor University, an Associate of Applied Science degree from HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences in the Texas Medical Center, and a Masters of Occupational Therapy (MOT) from The University of Louisiana at Monroe. Jordan holds certifications in DIR/Floortime®, the Sensory Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding, the Beckman Oral Motor evaluation and intervention protocol, as well as various sensory integration, reflex integration, bilateral coordination, and vestibular-proprioceptive activation techniques.

Jordan has trained in the application of a wide variety of therapeutic programs to support child development, including:

-Primitive reflex integration protocols (e.g., Reflex Integration to Support Education/R.I.S.E., Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Integration/MNRI, Rhythmic Movement Training/RMT)
-Sensory integration techniques (e.g., Bal-A-Vis-X for brain and body integration, the Wilbarger Protocol of therapeutic brushing, the Astronaut Training Protocol for vestibular-visual-auditory integration, Integrated Listening Systems/iLs for auditory integration)
-Regulation and social skills curricula (e.g., Zones of Regulation, A Little Spot of Feelings, Social Thinking)
-Handwriting development programs (e.g., Handwriting Without Tears Ⓡ, Size Matters Ⓡ)
-Feeding therapy and oral motor protocols (e.g., SOS Approach to Feeding, SOS: Food Science Ⓡ, Beckman Oral Motor protocol)

Christine Nguyen
PT, DPT

Hi! My name is Christine Nguyen and I have been a physical therapist for 4 years in which I’ve worked in pediatric home health and outpatient settings. I was born and raised in Houston and received my BS in Biology at Houston Baptist University, followed by my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Austin, TX. In 2023, I became a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy.

I am passionate about treating children as a whole, and my responsibility as a physical therapist is to help improve each child and their family’s lives. My approach is to not only provide quality physical therapy for each child, but to also educate families with a home program, medical resources, and community support. I firmly believe that the best outcomes occur when a child is supported by their entire care team working together, including the family.

In my personal life, & love to stay active through powerlifting, running, golfing, and Hyrox training. I love being outdoors and have hiked at Yosemite, Sequoia, Rocky Mountain, Mt. Rainier, Joshua Tree, and Zion National Park. My goal for 2025 is to go car camping at local state parks. When I am at home, I am often hanging out with friends, spoiling with my 1-year-old Catahoula mix, finding a new craft, or reading.