Acknowledgements

I'd like to acknowledge all of the UVM DPT faculty for guiding me through this journey. It is with great joy to have had the opportunity to learn from each of you. It is because of your passion and dedication that I can confidently say I am ready for the next step in my career.

I would also like to give a special thank you to my life long friends for not only keeping me happy and on track, but for both supporting me and helping me through the good and tough times. I can not thank you enough.

To my family who has always been supportive of the journey I am taking, thank you.

And to my mom; thank you for being my best friend. Words can not express how thankful I am for everything you have done for me. You are always encouraging and pushing me to complete my dreams without ever doubting that I can successfully achieve them. You inspire me to continue to follow my heart and I hope one day to be as inspirational to my kids as you are to me.