About Us
Where Independent Futures Begin
Pepper Pediatrics is a stand alone clinic situated in the heart of Kerrville, Texas in a quiet setting providing patients and families an opportunity to step outside of traditional medical experiences. Our clinic provides opportunities to build emotional regulation, curiosity, and creativity in an environment that prioritizes the peace and wellbeing of your family every time you come through the door.Â
Our Services
Discover Our Services
Pediatric Therapy
Consulting
Child and family centered occupational therapy services tailored to each child's needs to support age-appropriate development and independence.Â
Occupational therapy services are offered in multiple settings, including early childhood daycares and pre-schools, primary education, and at our brick and mortar location.Â
Consultative services target professional development opportunities, needs assessments, and community partnerships that foster ongoing leadership involvement in the use of preventative and proactive strategies for neurodiverse student populations. Â
Social & Adaptive Play Skills
Executive Function
Fine Motor Skills
Gross Motor Skills
Sensory Processing
Visual Motor Integration
Emotional Regulation
Benefits
Why We Stand Out
At Pepper Pediatrics, we prioritize patient well-being and offer personalized care plans to meet individual needs by addressing the child's quality of life and independence. Pepper pediatrics makes this possible through client-centered interventions, collaborative efforts, and evidence-based practice.Â
Collaborative Efforts
Collaboration between child, parents/caregivers, physicians, and therapist is a top priority for Pepper Pediatrics. We recognize the need for parent/caregiver support, education, and training. Our clinic offers this support through collaborative session interactions, opportunities for parent/caregiver carryover with home programs, and strong interpersonal relationships.Â
Client-Centered Interventions
We believe in a personalized approach to care, tailoring our services to the unique needs and preferences of your child and family. Our goal is to empower your child to live their best life with the support and assistance they need.
Evidence-Based Practice
Therapists are extensively trained, certified, and licensed with their specific organizations, associations, and state boards. Continued education and practice in the area of pediatrics allows for therapists to provide evidence-based interventions that promote patient success.Â
Meet the team
The Heart of Our Care
Dr. Kendall Baethge, EdD, MOT
Owner/OperatorÂ
Occupational Therapist
Dr. Kendall Baethge is an accomplished pediatric occupational therapist with a comprehensive background in home health, public education, and clinical environments. She earned her Masters of Occupational Therapy from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and is a licensed practitioner under the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners. Dr. Baethge further advanced her expertise by obtaining a Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership from Abilene Christian University, where her research focused on administrative leadership and behavioral intervention strategies for neurodiverse student populations. Committed to clinical excellence, she provides specialized therapy services to the Kerrville community and its surrounding areas. Dr. Baethge is currently expanding her practice to include professional consultative services and is overseeing the development and addition of other therapeutic disciplines to Pepper Pediatrics.Â
Dana Baethge
Financial Manager
Dana is an experienced accountant with more then 30 years of business finance and experience to contribute to Pepper Pediatrics. She has worked in government and private sectors alongside her work with many rural school districts surrounding Kerr County. She has also been involved with specialty financing for non-profit organizations and consulting at the county level. Dana graduated from Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Accounting degree and her role within Pepper Pediatrics is to ensure financial compliance for the practice.Â