About Cassandra Winter

Cassandra Winter

Cassandra Winter is an occupational therapist with a master’s degree from the University of Kansas Medical Center and has been practicing since 2019. Her experience spans school-based services, pediatric private practice, clinical leadership, and autism diagnostics. Across these settings, she has developed a deep appreciation for the individual ways children and adults experience, understand, and interact with the world around them.

Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and relationship-centered. Cassandra believes connection comes before correction, parents are the experts on their own children, and behavior is communication rather than a character flaw. She works alongside families to understand the needs beneath challenging behaviors, identify practical strategies, and create changes that can be carried into everyday routine, not just practiced within therapy.

Trauma Therapy, Anxiety Treatment, and Support Through Life Changes

One of the most meaningful aspects of Cassandra’s work is helping parents see their children through a new lens. She values the moments when families begin to understand the “why” behind their child’s experiences and feel more confident responding with connection and understanding. Her ultimate goal is for families to leave services feeling empowered rather than dependent, with knowledge and tools they can continue using long after their work together has ended.

In recent years, Cassandra has devoted significant time to learning about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), an area in which many families continue to encounter limited resources and understanding. She is committed to expanding her knowledge and finding thoughtful, individualized ways to support children and families navigating demand-related distress, autonomy needs, and regulation challenges.

What You Can Expect When You Contact Our Office

Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and relationship-centered. Cassandra believes connection comes before correction, parents are the experts on their own children, and behavior is communication rather than a character flaw.