As a pediatric occupational therapist, Courtney is passionate about helping all children access and foster appreciation for the great outdoors. Before discovering occupational therapy, Courtney worked in the non-profit sector, serving refugee populations and families in crisis, where she began to understand the pivotal role of the environment in fostering health and well-being. In both her professional and personal life, Courtney works to ensure clients and families feel empowered to access their environments with ease and confidence.

As a native Oregonian, Courtney has fond memories of her own outdoor school experience and envisions an Oregon where all people are included, empowered, and offered equitable access to learn about the natural world around them.