Ashley Ochs, MA, CCLS, GC-C, CPSTChild Life Manager
Internship Coordinator
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I have a Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a minor in Spanish and a Master of Art in Psychology. I am also a Certified Grief Counselor and Certified Passenger Safety Technician. My favorite part about being a Child Life Manager is being able to support, encourage, and grow a Child Life team that is passionate, hardworking, and eager to learn and grow during all stages of their careers
Laura Linville, BS, CCLSChild Life Specialist II
Internship Co-Coordinator
Inpatient Pediatric Unit
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I have a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science, native fluency in Spanish, and completed my child life internship at Texas Children’s Hospital. My favorite part about being a child life specialist is making a difference in the moment. Whether it’s helping a patient overcome their fear of wearing an anesthesia mask or helping a patient and family through a new diagnosis, I love that our profession has the privilege of positively impacting the overall hospital experience.
Erica Liddell, BS, CCLSChild Life Specialist I
Child Life Donation Coordinator
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
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I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Arkansas. My favorite part about being a child life specialist is empowering patients and families. My ultimate hope is that they would feel seen, heard, known, and valued.
Sarah Barclay, BLS, CCLSChild Life Specialist I
Inpatient Pediatric Unit and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - Evenings
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I have a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies with a focus in Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Communications from Iowa State University. I completed my child life volunteering, practicum, and internship at INTEGRIS Children’s and am very excited to continue working with the children and families of Oklahoma City. My favorite part about being a Child Life Specialist is the opportunity to provide education and coping skills to ensure the child and family feel empowered, understood, and valued.
Madeline Lehman, BA, CCLSChild Life Specialist II
Practicum Coordinator
Pediatric and Adult Burn Service Line
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I have a Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Social Entrepreneurship and Nonprofit Management. I completed my child life internship at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio and have worked as a Child Life Assistant, providing services to patients and families on inpatient rehabilitation units. My favorite part of being a child life specialist is providing education and support to help children better understand and cope with hospitalization.
Amanda Sanborn, MS, CCLSChild Life Specialist II
Foundations of Play Program Coordinator
Outpatient Surgery
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Millaine Thiel, MS, CCLSChild Life Specialist I
Child Life Special Event Coordinator
Outpatient Surgery
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I have a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Early Childhood Interventions from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, and I completed my Master of Science in Child Life at Edgewood College. My child life internship was completed at Marshfield Children’s Hospital in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. My favorite part about being a Child Life Specialist is the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of children and families and ensuring they have the best possible experience while in the hospital.
Brooke Griffin, BS, CCLSChild Life Specialist II
Clinical Child Life Shadowing Coordinator
Endoscopy
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I have a Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Services from Oklahoma State University. I started my career in Albuquerque, New Mexico working in the oncology outpatient units. I am very excited to now be back in my hometown, working with the children and families of Oklahoma City. My favorite part about being a child life specialist is witnessing the resiliency of children and helping them have the best experience possible within the hospital.
Ashley Abraham, MS, M.Ed., CCLS, RECEChild Life Specialist I
Emergency Department
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I have a Master of Education as well as a Master of Science in Child Life. My favorite part about being a child life specialist is educating and preparing children in developmentally appropriate ways to help them cope during hospitalization.
Madeline Klozik, BS, CCLSChild Life Specialist I
Child Life Volunteer Coordinator
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
I have my Bachelor of Science in Child Development with a minor in American Sign Language from Central Michigan University. I completed my internship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. My favorite part of being a child life specialist is witnessing a patient and family feel empowered to utilize their coping skills independently.
Jarrod Pautler, BAEdGaming and Technology Specialist
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I have my Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of Central Oklahoma. I spent the first part of my professional career in the classroom. Now, as the Gaming Technology Specialist for INTEGRIS Children’s, I am getting to utilize my love for gaming. My favorite part about my role is the ability to give patients and their families an outlet through games or movies, allowing them to step back from a difficult and stressful situation while in the hospital setting.
