Owners
Lindsey Cashion (OT)
I love shopping, traveling, all things pink, cheetah print, and I love spending time with my family! My husband is retired military and we have been married for 15 years. We have 4 wonderful children who keep us on our toes! I graduated with a Master of Science from the Occupational Therapy Program at UCA in 2008. I've been with
Milestones since our first day in 2016. I love that every day is a new day with every kid. It's very exciting and I love watching them meet their milestones!
LaNita Russell (PT, DPT)
I love roller coasters and reading! I graduated in 2010 with my Doctor of Physical Therapy. We started working to open Milestones in July of 2015. I've been with Milestones since day one in 2016. Kids are truth tellers and I love the insight they have of the world around them. Every day with kids can be different and exciting!
Occupational Therapists
Kim Williams
I live in Cabot with my husband and dog, Wicket. I have two sons, one daughter-in-law, two granddaughters and one grandson! My husband and I are members of Mount Carmel Baptist Church in Cabot. I graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and have 35 years of experience. I h
I live in Cabot with my husband and dog, Wicket. I have two sons, one daughter-in-law, two granddaughters and one grandson! My husband and I are members of Mount Carmel Baptist Church in Cabot. I graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy and have 35 years of experience. I have a passion to advocate on behalf of children. I love to help them develop and progress towards new skills as they grow and mature!
Lindsey Blake
Deanne Fortson
Deanne Fortson
I am a big lover of dogs, and my family has 2! We have a German Shepherd mix named Libby and a Cavapoo named Lucy. In my 30+ years, I've never broken a bone, but I've rehabbed my fair share! I graduated with a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences with an Emphasis in Pre-professional Studies in 2011 and an Associate's degree in Applied Scien
I am a big lover of dogs, and my family has 2! We have a German Shepherd mix named Libby and a Cavapoo named Lucy. In my 30+ years, I've never broken a bone, but I've rehabbed my fair share! I graduated with a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences with an Emphasis in Pre-professional Studies in 2011 and an Associate's degree in Applied Science of Physical Therapy in 2013. I have done Physical Therapy ever since! I love working with kids, because children are full of joy. They make work rewarding and fun, and it feels less like a job and more just a passion.
Deanne Fortson
Deanne Fortson
Deanne Fortson
I volunteer for a local animal rescue and the Puppy Up Foundation! I graduated from UCA in 2007 and have worked at Milestones for about 2 years.I love it when one of my kids makes a breakthrough on a skill that has been difficult previously. I love when they realize they CAN do something they couldn’t do before therapy.
Speech Therapists
Ashley Esqueda
Ashley Esqueda
Ashley Esqueda
I have a son who is the light of my life and my husband is in the United States Air Force! I graduated from UCA in 2018 with a Master's degree in health and behavioral sciences and started working at Milestones that same year. I love playing with children and seeing them achieve their goals. I also love having fun in therapy and I believe skills are learned and developed when therapy is fun.
Reagan Berry
Ashley Esqueda
Ashley Esqueda
I love to play golf and travel! I am also a dog lover! I am married and have one dog named Willow! I graduated from the University of Tulsa in 2023 with my Masters in Speech-Language Pathology. I have worked at Milestones since November of 2024! I love being able to watch kiddos grow and meet their milestones every day. I love knowing that I am a part of a team that truly cares for one another!
Abby Heidelberg
I play guitar and I enjoy going to the gym! I graduated from Harding University in December of 2022. I started working at Milestones in January of 2023! I love watching kids succeed and become the best versions of themselves.
Office Staff
Jennifer Ruettiger
Jennifer Ruettiger
Jennifer Ruettiger
Milestones has been a complete blessing to me since I decided to make a career change in 2021. Both of my daughters also work at Milestones! I have been a billing specialist at Milestones since April of 2021.
Teresa Russell
Jennifer Ruettiger
Jennifer Ruettiger
I started working at Milestones as a volunteer in 2016. I love how Milestones takes the Team approach to providing therapy making the child the center of the equation. It's all about what's best for the child.
Stacey Rhodes
I love being a Lollie to 2 of the sweetest little girls around and I like to see all of the beautiful places in Arkansas by hiking trails with my husband. We have been married for 33 years! I have worked at Milestones for 4 years as Referral Specialist!
Therapy Techs & Administrative Assistants
Paige Ruettiger
Allison Ruettiger
Allison Ruettiger
I have my own photography/videography business called Paige Lynn Productions and I love country music! I graduated from Arkansas State University in May 2025 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Creative Media Production. I have worked at Milestones since May of 2023 as a Therapy Tech and Social Media Manager!
Allison Ruettiger
Allison Ruettiger
Allison Ruettiger
I love my dog Lucy and I drive a 2000 Toyota Tacoma! I am attending ASU Beebe majoring in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. I started working at Milestones in August of 2023 as a Therapy Tech and an Administrative Assistant! I love to hunt, fish, and spend time with my family!
Alysia Cashion
Allison Ruettiger
Alysia Cashion
I’ve watched the TV series F.R.I.E.N.D.S. all the way through at least ten times, and I’ve recently discovered a new passion for collecting plants! I’m currently studying Occupational Therapy at the University of Central Arkansas and will be graduating this August. I’ve been part of the Milestones team for nine years, and my favorite thi
I’ve watched the TV series F.R.I.E.N.D.S. all the way through at least ten times, and I’ve recently discovered a new passion for collecting plants! I’m currently studying Occupational Therapy at the University of Central Arkansas and will be graduating this August. I’ve been part of the Milestones team for nine years, and my favorite thing about working here is the amazing bosses, my supportive co-workers, and the wonderful families we have the privilege to serve every day!
