Kara is the founder of KMG Therapies and our primary Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), bringing a strong clinical background and a passion for holistic, client-centered care. She is currently licensed in both Maryland and Pennsylvania as she continues to expand access to services across the region.

Kara specializes in supporting children and adolescents in areas such as emotional regulation, coping skills, sensory processing, social participation, confidence-building, and functional life skills. Through a combination of traditional occupational therapy approaches and alternative, nature-based interventions, she creates individualized sessions that meet each client where they are—while making therapy engaging, meaningful, and fun.

She has built strong partnerships with Justamere Farm, and Kate Rogers to offer unique, evidence-based services, including hippotherapy and equine-assisted activities. With over 24 years of horseback riding experience, Kara deeply values the role horses and nature play in promoting both mental and physical well-being.

Kara holds her Level 1 AHA Certification and looks forward to pursuing her Level 2 Certification in the near future. She is incredibly grateful to serve her community and is committed to building lasting, supportive relationships with the children and families she works with.

Kate L. Rogers, M.A., M.A.

Kate has dedicated a decade of clinical practice as a psychotherapist to helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. She is a 2009 graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Applied Psychological Research, and a 2018 graduate Messiah College with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Kate achieved her bachelor's degree in psychology from Messiah College in 2006.

She continues to pursue advanced training in areas such as Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and Mental Health Coaching for Collaborative Law Practice. Kate enjoys providing integrated services tailored to each client's unique goals, employing theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Assertiveness Training, Mindfulness Training, Emotion Focused Therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.

Justamere Farm is owned and operated by the Hahn Family, and we are excited to partner together to bring valuable therapy services to the Susquehanna Valley, PA area! Now accepting new clients beginning April 2026—perfect for families in Hershey, Lancaster, and Elizabethtown seeking outdoor social skills groups and alternative therapies, including hippotherapy.