Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBTs)
Athena Pinero, RBT
Hi there! My name is Athena, and I’ve worked in the ABA field for about two years now. I was drawn to Patchwork Umbrella Therapies because of their mission to use an interdisciplinary approach to therapy. After graduating from Southwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Psychology, I am always looking to be a part of collaborative, welcoming, dedicated spaces. Our family here at PUT has grand plans in the making, and I am so excited for our communities to benefit from them.
In my free time, I love spending time with my loved ones and doggo! Anything outdoors is right up my alley, but I particularly love hiking. My indoor passions include coffee, music, painting, and ceramics. Creativity is my preferred outlet for expression, and I can’t wait to indulge this passion of mine here at the clinic!
Hi there! My name is Athena, and I’ve worked in the ABA field for about two years now. I was drawn to Patchwork Umbrella Therapies because of their mission to use an interdisciplinary approach to therapy. After graduating from Southwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Psychology, I am always looking to be a part of collaborative, welcoming, dedicated spaces. Our family here at PUT has grand plans in the making, and I am so excited for our communities to benefit from them.
In my free time, I love spending time with my loved ones and doggo! Anything outdoors is right up my alley, but I particularly love hiking. My indoor passions include coffee, music, painting, and ceramics. Creativity is my preferred outlet for expression, and I can’t wait to indulge this passion of mine here at the clinic!
Lucia Garza Jaimes, RBT
I am Lucia Jaime from Monterrey, Mexico. I am a senior at St. Edward's University studying the two things I am most passionate about, Psychology and Special Education. I am 22 years old and am planning to work in the Special Education field in the future. I will dedicate and give everything I have to Patch-Work-Umbrella Therapies, I will apply everything I have learned during my career and try to be a great therapist.
I am Lucia Jaime from Monterrey, Mexico. I am a senior at St. Edward's University studying the two things I am most passionate about, Psychology and Special Education. I am 22 years old and am planning to work in the Special Education field in the future. I will dedicate and give everything I have to Patch-Work-Umbrella Therapies, I will apply everything I have learned during my career and try to be a great therapist.
Taryn Medina, RBT
Hello! My name is Taryn Medina (she/her) and I am originally from El Paso, TX. I recently just graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Youth and Community Studies and a minor in Social Work. In my spare time, I love doing arts & crafts, reading and being with my puppy, Sashimi. I am very passionate about disability advocacy and excited to start supporting Autistic individuals one-on-one!
Hello! My name is Taryn Medina (she/her) and I am originally from El Paso, TX. I recently just graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Youth and Community Studies and a minor in Social Work. In my spare time, I love doing arts & crafts, reading and being with my puppy, Sashimi. I am very passionate about disability advocacy and excited to start supporting Autistic individuals one-on-one!
Darrius Belvin, RBT
Darrius is a young and promising individual with a bright outlook. His loves include music, sports, each puppy he meets, and his friends and family.Originally from Los Angeles, Darrius has made quite the journey to greet us here in Austin. Having moved around a lot as a kid, he quickly realized he had a knack for getting along with all walks of life. He arrived in Austin 7 years ago during his freshman year and graduated from Del Valle High School with honors and as a member of the National Honor Society. That goes to mention his involvement in other clubs as a volunteering member of Red Cross, Editor for ‘The Aviary’ (the school’s literary magazine), an elected member of the student council, and a valued actor of Del Valle’s varsity theater group!
However, tragedy struck home soon after graduation when his older brother was suddenly diagnosed with schizophrenia. As painful as the situation was, it helped to grow his ability for helping and understanding others. After spending some time at college, he decided to take time off to help with family matters and expand on his professional qualities. He plans to return soon and pursue his interests in music and medicine.
Today, he can say he’s a proud member of Patchwork Umbrella Therapies! Here, he hopes to pursue a calling and help those that are in need of it the most.
Darrius is a young and promising individual with a bright outlook. His loves include music, sports, each puppy he meets, and his friends and family.Originally from Los Angeles, Darrius has made quite the journey to greet us here in Austin. Having moved around a lot as a kid, he quickly realized he had a knack for getting along with all walks of life. He arrived in Austin 7 years ago during his freshman year and graduated from Del Valle High School with honors and as a member of the National Honor Society. That goes to mention his involvement in other clubs as a volunteering member of Red Cross, Editor for ‘The Aviary’ (the school’s literary magazine), an elected member of the student council, and a valued actor of Del Valle’s varsity theater group!
However, tragedy struck home soon after graduation when his older brother was suddenly diagnosed with schizophrenia. As painful as the situation was, it helped to grow his ability for helping and understanding others. After spending some time at college, he decided to take time off to help with family matters and expand on his professional qualities. He plans to return soon and pursue his interests in music and medicine.
Today, he can say he’s a proud member of Patchwork Umbrella Therapies! Here, he hopes to pursue a calling and help those that are in need of it the most.
Rehabilitative Services (ST/OT/PT)
Taylour Hargus, SLPA
Taylour is a licensed Speech Pathologist Assistant. She graduated from University of Texas at Dallas with a B.S. in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology. She hopes to attend graduate school and receive a Master’s Degree in the near future. Taylour has experience working with patients with articulation disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Cerebral Palsy. She has experience working with children aged 1-13 as well as young adults aged 18-23. In her spare time she enjoys going on hiking and camping trips with her dogs and traveling around the country.
Taylour is a licensed Speech Pathologist Assistant. She graduated from University of Texas at Dallas with a B.S. in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology. She hopes to attend graduate school and receive a Master’s Degree in the near future. Taylour has experience working with patients with articulation disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Cerebral Palsy. She has experience working with children aged 1-13 as well as young adults aged 18-23. In her spare time she enjoys going on hiking and camping trips with her dogs and traveling around the country.
James Aiken, DPT, OCS, Cert. MDT
James earned a BS in Special Education from the University of Arizona, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. His treatment philosophy is to empower his patients through education after rehabilitation. James has a post-doctorate certification in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, and is board certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
James earned a BS in Special Education from the University of Arizona, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. His treatment philosophy is to empower his patients through education after rehabilitation. James has a post-doctorate certification in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, and is board certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
