Phone: 865-201-0213
Fax: 865-500-3730
Maryville, TN
Children • Adults
Autism • ADHD • Anxiety • Learning Disabilities • Developmental Delay
Our Team
Meet our happy, loving OTs who like to talk about sensory processing for fun
Jamie Thibodeaux Williams, OTD, OTR/L
Founder, Occupational Therapist
Certifications: Ayres Sensory Integration (USC Chan), Yoga, Infant Massage Coach
Jamie grew up in Church Point, Louisiana—a small town in the heart of Cajun Country. After earning her degree from LSU, she spent five years as an adapted physical education teacher in the public school system. Driven by a deep curiosity about why her students faced challenges with movement and learning, she took a leap of faith, moving to Florida to pursue a career in occupational therapy.
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In 2015, Jamie earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. To gain specialized experience in pediatrics, she trained alongside some of Atlanta’s most esteemed pediatric therapists. In 2019, she and her family relocated to the breathtaking Smoky Mountains, drawn by a desire to connect more with nature.
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With a passion for family-centered, strengths-based care, Jamie founded Smoky Mountain Occupational Therapy in 2020. It quickly became the region’s go-to clinic for sensory processing, providing high-quality, neurodiversity-affirming OT services for children and young adults.
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Outside of work, Jamie loves camping and exploring the outdoors with her family. She also homeschools her three children, embracing a lifestyle of hands-on learning and adventure.
Tiffany Waddell, MOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Tiffany joined our team in 2022. She is a Maryville native with a heart for helping people. She has a Bachelor's Degree from Maryville College and a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Tennessee Wesleyan University. Tiffany has an extensive history of working with special needs populations.
Tiffany specializes in working with people of all ages who display signs of Autism, ADHD, and/or learning difficulties.
She is skilled in helping children and adults better understand their sensory health and overall developmental concerns. All of Tiffany’s sessions are client-led and neurodiversity-affirming. Tiffany has a very gentle and fun approach, and she has a warmth that even the most timid people respond well to.
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Tiffany is our go-to with anything related to video games and cats!
Jessica King, MOT, OTRL
Occupational Therapist
Jessica King joined Smoky Mountain Occupational Therapy in 2024, bringing her creativity, compassion, and dedication to helping others. A native of East Tennessee, Jessica is always up for anything and constantly finds innovative ways to engage her clients.
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Before becoming an occupational therapist, Jessica worked as a counselor, deepening her passion for supporting individuals in their personal growth and well-being. She earned her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Tennessee Wesleyan University and calls Maryville home.
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Beyond her work, Jessica has a huge heart for dogs, especially senior dogs, and loves advocating for their care. Whether she’s working with clients or spending time with her four-legged friends, Jessica brings warmth, energy, and a deep commitment to making a difference.