Meet Our Harrisonburg Team
Our Harrisonburg office, originally McGaheysville office, was opened Summer 2022, and we are proud of our newest location! We recently expanded this office as it has grown and we outgrew our original space! Our new space offers a larger, professional feel and is convenient to Harrisonburg. We strive to maintain a warm, welcoming, and non-clinical feel for each of our offices, and we think Harrisomburg maintains that vibe. Each of our therapy spaces is unique and offers its own style to best match your child’s needs and personalities, including a vehicle-themed room, complete with a train table, cars and trucks galore, a road-rug, and more. Our gym is spacious and inviting, and even includes a mid-size trampoline! We also have a ball pit, swings, scooters, and many other equipment and materials to stimulate your child’s growth and learning. Our office is conveniently located right off Route 33, behind the Valley Mall and Martins Grocery store. Come by and see us and say Hello!
Contact Us Today 434-481-3524
Email: miles@smalltalkva.com | Office Manager
Address: 2322 Blue Stone Hills Drive, Suite 120, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Bridget Hoadley
Reading Specialist | Harrisonburg & Ruckersville Office
Hi! My name is Bridget Hoadley and I have lived in the Charlottesville area with my husband and 3 children for over 20 years. I received my undergraduate degree in education from Clarion University in Pennsylvania. In 2011, I graduated with a Master of Education from James Madison University with a reading specialist endorsement.
I have 19 years of teaching experience. I was employed by Greene County Public Schools for the last 13 years as a reading specialist. I have had training in several reading programs over the years that I implemented with my students in small groups and one-on-one reading instruction.
I am also trained in the Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory approach to reading. This program uses explicit, direct, sequential, systematic, and multi-sensory instruction to teach reading in a one-on-one setting. I use this reading approach to plan and implement differentiated lessons tailored to each child's specific reading needs.
I’m excited to have the opportunity to provide a reading intervention program through Small Talk Pediatric Therapy Center.
Cindy Colwell
Occupational therapist
Cindy Colwell OTD, OTR/L is an occupational therapist specializing in pediatrics. She is originally from Greene Co. and graduated from WMHS in 2006. She graduated from James Madison University in 2011 with her Master’s of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree. She worked within the school system for a short time with Piedmont Regional Education Program. She then transitioned to outpatient pediatrics where she worked on JMU’s campus OT clinic with families, children, and OT students for over nine years. She completed her OT clinical doctorate from the University of St. Augustine of Health Sciences last August.
She has worked with children of all abilities including the evaluation and treatment of diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Cortical Visual Impairment, Down Syndrome, feeding difficulties, fine-motor and gross-motor delays, muscular dystrophy, sensory processing disorder, self-regulation difficulties, visual-motor integration challenges, and developmental coordination disorders. She is trained and certified in Integrated Listening Systems (iLs) and has led social skills groups for all ages. She uses a client-centered and occupation-based approach within her practice to expand upon strengths, improve areas of challenge, and to build self-esteem and self-confidence.
She currently resides in Dayton, VA with her husband Rob, daughter Penny June, and their three pups, Bella, Emma, and Red. She enjoys gardening, volleyball, and continuing to restore their 110-year-old home where the projects never end :) She is excited to be a part of the wonderful work at Small Talk Pediatric Therapy Center!
Bonnie Knox
Occupational Therapist
Bonnie grew up in Seaford, Virginia, until moving to Radford, VA, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation. She then completed her Master of Occupational Therapy from Radford University. Bonnie worked in the home setting with the Adult/Geriatric population in Charleston, SC, before moving to McGaheysville and switching to serving the pediatric population in Staunton, VA, for two years. She has worked with individuals with diagnoses including Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, ADHD, emotional regulation disorders, visual-motor integration challenges, and other Motor Delays and developmental delays. Bonnie is passionate about helping build bridges for families and children to reach their highest potential. Bonnie is so excited to be a part of Small Talk Pediatric Therapy Center and be able to serve and connect meaningfully with families in her local community. When not at work, Bonnie can be found hiking, fly fishing, with friends and family, or exploring somewhere with her husband, Chase, and two dogs, Maverick and Roscoe.
Jaime Pirie
Physical Therapist
Jaime is a licensed physical therapist with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and a solid foundation in pediatric and neurological rehabilitation. She has provided care to children ranging from infancy through young adulthood in both outpatient and inpatient settings, addressing a diverse range of diagnoses including autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, cardiopulmonary conditions, orthopedic impairments, and complex neurological disorders. As a graduate of the Virginia Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (VA LEND) program and holder of a Certificate in Disability Leadership and Mental Health First Aid training, Jaime led a leadership project focused on improving mental health support for children with disabilities. She believes that exercise is for everyBODY and develops engaging, individualized therapy sessions designed to foster confidence, functional independence, and joy in movement.
Jaime is excited to join the Small Talk Physical Therapy team and looks forward to collaborating with families to support each child’s unique developmental journey within a nurturing, play-based environment. Outside of work, Jaime enjoys outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, and walking her dogs—bringing the same energy, curiosity, and joy into her therapy sessions every day.
Emily Hardner
Occupational Therapist
Emily is originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, and later moved to Harrisonburg, Virginia to attend James Madison University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in 2021 and went on to complete her Master of Occupational Therapy degree in 2024. During her clinical rotations, Emily has gained valuable hands-on experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Down Syndrome, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, emotional regulation challenges, and developmental delays. Her approach to therapy is rooted in building strong, collaborative relationships and providing client-centered care. Emily is very passionate about working with children and supporting their progress toward greater independence. She also values fostering strong connections between families and their children to ensure everyone’s needs are supported. Her goal is to create a meaningful impact by helping each child that she works with reach their fullest potential. Emily is super excited to be a part of Small Talk Pediatric Therapy Center and have the opportunity to serve and connect with the families in her local community.
