Find the therapist that best suits your needs.

Our team

Nicole Salo, DPT

About Nicole:

Nicole attended Montana State University where she received a degree in Exercise Science. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at Eastern Washington University. Nicole has worked as a physical therapist in the Butte community for 12 years now with the majority of the years having specialized in pediatrics.

When not at work, Nicole loves to spend time with her three young boys, her husband, and their goldendoodle, Coco. They enjoy outdoor activities regardless of the season including skiing, sledding, camping, fishing, sporting events, etc.

Career Highlights:

  • Pediatric clinical rotation at St. Lukes Rehabilitation Center in Spokane, WA

  • Working with children ages 0-21 affected by a multitude of diagnoses

  • Mentoring students aspiring to become physical therapists

Specialty areas:

  • General gross motor delays in the pediatric population

  • Traumatic brain injuries

  • Autism

  • Toe Walking

  • Generalized hypotonia

  • Cerebral Palsy

  • Down Syndrome

  • Genetic conditions including chromosomal deletions

  • Orthopedics

  • Torticollis & Positional Plagiocephaly

  • Balance & coordination deficits

  • Early childhood intervention strategies

Our team

Cortney Markin, DPT

About Cortney:

Cortney is a physical therapist that enjoys working with kiddos of all ages and abilities. She received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from Montana State University and her doctorate in physical therapy from University of Montana. She loves building relationships with both littles and their families and watching them learn new skills and gain independence. She has lived in Butte for a few years with her husband, two sons and labradoodle. She enjoys hiking, fishing, camping, and enjoying the great outdoors whenever they can! Cortney is looking forward to meeting more wonderful people and continuing to be involved in the Butte community.

Career Highlights:

  • Pediatric rotation at Guild School and Neuromuscular Center (Joya) in Spokane, WA

  • Physical Therapist in Miles City and Colstrip Public Schools

  • Mentor and Clinical Instructor for undergraduate and graduate physical therapy students

Specialty Areas:

  • General Developmental Delay

  • Toe Walking

  • Torticollis

  • Plagiocephaly

  • Down’s Syndrome

  • Cerebral Palsy

  • Orthopedic Conditions

  • Autism

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries

  • Congenital Conditions

Sarah Floyd, MS, CCC-SLP

About Sarah:

Sarah attended The University of Montana for both undergraduate and graduate studies. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communicative Sciences and Disorders, with a Minor in Human and Family Development, in 2019. After taking a year to work alongside her husband in a ministry setting, she returned to graduate school, earning her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology in 2022. Sarah worked as an SLP in the public school system, prior to expanding her practice to Mountains & Milestones. Sarah has a wide range of experience with the pediatric population, and has a special interest in promoting neurodiversity affirming and play-based therapy practices in the state of Montana.

When not at work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband and young son. She enjoys outdoor activities, such as camping and hiking, but also enjoys indoor activities such as reading epic fantasy series, baking, and watching a good movie.

Career Highlights:

  • Receiving a scholarship to complete the Meaningful Speech Course in Gestalt Language Processing

  • Working with individuals ages 0-18 with a wide range of speech and language needs

Specialty Areas:

  • Play-based speech and language therapy

  • Speech sound disorders 

  • Language delays

  • Language disorders

  • Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) 

  • Neurodiversity-affirming treatment practices for individuals with autism spectrum disorder

  • Early intervention services

  • Parent coaching/family-centered practices

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