Leigh is the owner of Ability Pediatric Therapy and has practiced Physical Therapy since 1996. Leigh was raised in Cleveland, GA, has been married for 21 years and has 2 children that keep her busy outside of the clinic. She is a graduate of White County High School, Reinhardt College and Georgia State University. She opened Ability in 2014 after 18 years of providing Physical Therapy in a variety of settings, including orthopedic, geriatric and pediatric environments. She fell in love with serving children and their families. Leigh has made it her mission to see that children and families get the care they need, including therapy but also with resources to help in their day to day lives. She has strived to create facilities that are non-traditional and that include a warm, loving and playful environment where children feel they are having fun while having therapy.

 Heather LaPrade graduated in 2017 from Piedmont College in Demorest, GA. While playing Volleyball for the Lions and getting her degree in Biology. She was an Honor roll student but knew God was calling her to do more, she soon enrolled in University of North Georgia to get her Doctor of Physical Therapy. While studying in Dahlonega she took the time to go to Peru for a mission trip and treat children who had nowhere else to turn. When she was back in Georgia, she started her clinical rotation, little did she know that during her last rotation she would be finding her new home at Ability Pediatric Therapy.  During Heather's free time, she loves to play volleyball and travel with her family. Her favorite destination to date is in 2019 when she traveled to the Island Oahu, in beautiful Hawaii.

 Allison Robbins graduated in 2018 from Georgia College with her bachelors in Exercise Science. In her graduating year, she was called to the field of Physical Therapy resulting in her enrolling in the PCOM-Georgia inaugural class and later graduating in 2021 with her Doctorate. Upon graduation she also received the Excellence in Anatomy Award. Growing up, she volunteered with VBS and taught Sunday School at her church back and Marietta, and found her love for working with children reborn when introduced to pediatric Physical Therapy at Ability. Allison loves working with children and watching them have fun while developing their motor skills and learning each day. Currently, Allison lives in Lawrenceville, GA with her husband where together they participate in hobbies such as bouldering and obstacle course races!

​Brittany graduated in 2015 from Mercer University with her bachelors in Psychology. During her undergraduate years, Brittany worked for Mercer’s football team where she found her love for physical therapy. After taking a few years working with a campus ministry on Mercer’s campus, she began her graduate studies at the University of North Georgia where she found her love for pediatric care. Brittany found Ability during her final clinical rotation, and it was love at first sight. In her free time, Brittany loves volunteering with her church, creating art and craft projects, and reading in her favorite hammock spots. 

Carissa Giles graduated from the University of North Georgia in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and a concentration in Exercise Science. Afterwards, she transitioned to Augusta University to complete her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2025. Carissa found a passion for physical therapy through 19 years of ballet training, discovering the importance of mobility, discipline, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. She finds joy in helping others achieve their goals, discovering new abilities, and empowering all people and children to be the best version of themselves. Carissa is happily married to her husband Caleb, and together they enjoy serving the North Hall community through their church. In her free time, she enjoys baking, hosting friends and family, and winding down with a good TV show.

Hannah graduated in 2021 from the University of North Georgia with a degree in Kinesiology, concentrating in Sports Medicine, and went on to earn her Doctor of Physical Therapy from PCOM-Georgia. Her passion for physical therapy grew from her own experiences with injuries, supporting family members through recovery, and helping her high school athletic trainer. During PT school, Hannah discovered how much she loved working with children while shadowing in pediatric clinics. Since then, she has been dedicated to helping kids gain confidence, reach milestones, and achieve their goals in fun and meaningful ways. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys staying active with CrossFit, hiking new trails, and curling up with a good book.