Meet Our Team
Elizabeth C. Belliveau, OTR/L, CGP
Clinical Director/Owner
Elizabeth graduated from Dominican University in 2002 with her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Occupational Therapy. Driven to help individuals experience success early in life and to empower parents to understand and better help their children, Elizabeth began Pediatric Pathways in 2009. She has spent almost two decades attending seminars across the country to attain information on the most current and relevant techniques and therapeutic strategies to help her young clients achieve success. She has taken countless professional courses in the area of sensory processing/sensory integration and has received training from the most well respected and knowledgeable therapists, psychologists and doctors in the field of pediatrics. Elizabeth has extensive experience treating all neurobiological disorders of childhood, using powerful approaches such as the H.O.P.E. Method, Integrated Listening Systems (iLs), Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), Therapeutic Listening, S.O.S. Approach to Feeding and Astronaut Training, to name a few. Elizabeth is dedicated to understanding and successfully treating the root cause of the rampant disorders that children are being diagnosed with everyday. To that end, after witnessing a colleague and dear friend cure her son of Autism using the Gut And Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) diet, she completed her certification as a GAPS practitioner in 2014. This training allows her to more effectively guide her families in making dietary decisions that will assist in healing, sealing and nurturing their child’s gut and its microbiome. Elizabeth currently lives with her husband and two sons in Gilroy. In her spare time, she enjoys activities with her family and friends and engaging in yoga, weight training, riding her peloton, gardening and cooking.
Lori Kishimura, M.S., OTR/L
Clinical Supervisor
Lori decided to pursue a career in Occupational Therapy while attending UC Davis, where she graduated with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Biology. She always had a passion for working with children, so Lori naturally gravitated toward the field of pediatrics and eagerly began volunteering at a pediatric Occupational Therapy clinic in her hometown of Gilroy. She later continued working as an Occupational Therapy Aide and Office Assistant during her studies. After earning her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy at San Jose State University in 2010, Lori returned to Gilroy to work as a pediatric Occupational Therapist. She joined the Pediatric Pathways team in the summer of 2013, where she continues to pursue her passion in helping her young patients and educating and supporting their families. She is dedicated to keeping herself up-to-date on the latest research and most effective treatment methods in pediatrics and has completed her training in the H.O.P.E. (Harper’s Optimal Protocol for Enrichment) Method, Therapeutic Listening Program, the iLs Safe and Sound Protocol, Astronaut Training, the Alert Program, the S.O.S. (Sequential Oral Sensory) Approach to Feeding, the Wilbarger Therapressure Protocols, Handwriting Without Tears, and Social Thinking, to name a few. In 2019, Lori earned a scholarship to attend a week-long intensive mentorship at the STAR Institute for Sensory Processing in Denver, Colorado. There, she was mentored by some of the most respected and influential therapists and researchers in the field of pediatrics and sensory processing disorder (SPD). Lori currently lives in San Jose with her husband and Shiba Inu "doghter" and enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, strength training, yoga, hiking, gardening, cooking, and eating delicious food!
Gabrielle Spinosa, MOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
“Gaby” joined the team at Pediatric Pathways in August 2018 after the completion of her Masters in Occupational Therapy from Quinnipiac University in Hamden Connecticut where she was enrolled in a 5.5 year seamless (undergraduate to graduate) Occupational Therapy program. From the age of 14 years old, she was exposed to the world of OT through the eyes of her younger sister who was receiving occupational therapy services. Once this love of therapy was discovered she began volunteering at summer schools, private clinics, and nursing homes in order to expose herself to all areas of the growing field. While at Quinnipiac, Gaby was able to develop clinical experience in a variety of settings but always knew that pediatric therapy was where she was meant to be. Since initiating her career, Gaby has furthered her knowledge by completing her training in the H.O.P.E. (Harper’s Optimal Protocol for Enrichment) Method and the S.O.S. (Sequential Oral Sensory) Approach to Feeding. She continues to strive to learn the newest and best evidenced based research in order to better assist the children of the clinic. Gaby currently lives in Castro Valley in her spare time she enjoys hiking, swimming, cooking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Angelica Ramirez, M.S., OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Angelica has always loved learning from and advocating for others, both in the Bay Area and around the world. She graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology from UC Santa Cruz in 2012 and has spent time traveling, teaching, and learning in a global context. She wanted to help her students at a more foundational level and started her journey towards becoming an OT in January 2016 as a volunteer at Pediatric Pathways. She continued to be a part of the Pediatric Pathways team as an aide and office assistant while pursuing her Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from San Jose State University. She joined the team as a therapist in 2021 and has learned about the latest research, protocols, and training including the H.O.P.E. (Harper’s Optimal Protocol for Enrichment) Method, the iLs Safe and Sound Protocol, and the S.O.S. (Sequential Oral Sensory) Approach to Feeding. Angelica currently lives in San Jose and enjoys hiking, traveling, baking, drinking tea, and anything DIY. She’s a big crafter and is always looking forward to her next project.
Maritsa Jimenez, M.S., OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
My name is Maritsa, and I hold a Master’s degree in Occupational. Therapy from San José State University and am Board Certified in Occupational Therapy and licensed in the state of California. I have always known I wanted to work with children. Through volunteering at various pediatric clinics, I gained experience with a wide range of treatment approaches and developed a passion for helping children reach their full potential. Pediatric Pathways truly stood out to me during my Level II fieldwork, as the clinic’s commitment to building meaningful relationships with families, providing high-quality, evidence-based care, and supporting each child’s unique growth closely aligns with my personal and professional values. I am excited to get to know your family and to partner with you throughout the therapeutic process. My goal is to provide individualized support that helps your child build skills, gain confidence, and achieve their goals in a way that is both meaningful and enjoyable. I look forward to working together and supporting your child's growth and success!
Xerna Lorenzo, M.S., OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
My name is Xerna Lorenzo. I earned my Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from San José State University and am Board Certified in Occupational Therapy and licensed in the state of California. Prior to pursuing occupational therapy, I gained valuable experience working with children in various educational settings. After graduating from the University of California, Irvine in 2018, I worked as a preschool teacher and later taught English in South Korea, where I worked with elementary students. Before entering OT school, I volunteered at Pediatric Pathways and enjoyed learning from their experienced clinicians, which further confirmed my interest in Pediatric Occupational Therapy. Through these experiences, I developed a passion for supporting children's growth and development, leading me to pursue a career as an Occupational Therapist. In my free time, I enjoy playing pickleball, exercising, and spending time with my senior dog. I also love exploring new restaurants and cafes, as well as traveling to new cities and countries. I am excited to be a part of the team at Pediatric Pathways and look forward to building relationships with the children and families I serve.
Magalí Brecke, LAc MTCM
Functional Nutrition Consultant
Magalí Brecke, LAc MTCM joins the Pediatric Pathways team with seven years experience working with individuals and families using Traditional Chinese Medicine and Functional Nutrition as the cornerstone of her practice. Throughout her career, Magalí has emphasized real-world tools, like food preparation and direct experiential learning, to enable foundational shifts in habits for health, starting deep within the gut. Magalí has worked with complex gut disorders, autoimmune processes, cancer recovery, and hormonal issues, as well as within the chronic Lyme disease community. With an intense focus on the gut microbiome and the gut-brain connection, Magalí works closely with her clients to evaluate areas of challenge and opportunity, starting with diet, food quality, and the state of the digestive system. Using a tangible, hands-on approach, Magalí works to educate through action, providing practical interventions that happen daily, in the kitchen and in the home, complimented by supplement regimens and lab work when needed. Her work with Pediatric Pathways is perhaps the most important of her career thus far in that when we can potentiate strong guts in childhood, we give our children a foundation for lifelong resilience and vitality. Her work with Functional Nutrition is often felt to be the “missing link” in the progression of OT treatment, enabling significant strides forward as the gut heals, seals, and begins to truly feed the brain and body as a whole.
Tiffany Te
Office Manager/ Occupational Therapy Aide
Tiffany has lived in the Bay Area her entire life and recently made the move to Gilroy, a place she loves for its diverse culture, proximity to beaches, and beautiful weather. With a passion for working with children, Tiffany has gained experience in various roles, both as a volunteer and through her previous work at a private elementary school. She enjoys bringing laughter, humor, and silliness into her work and is deeply passionate about supporting kids. Pediatric Pathways provides Tiffany with the perfect environment to thrive, where she can continuously improve her skill set while working with children. Always eager to learn, Tiffany has pursued knowledge in several fields, becoming both a licensed Esthetician and a licensed Phlebotomist. She has a deep interest in skincare, understanding ingredients, and learning how our bodies function to optimize health.When she's not in school or expanding her knowledge, Tiffany enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, swimming, traveling and spending quality time with family and friends.
