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Jennifer Barstrom, DPT has been a valued member of the High Quality Home Therapy team since 2015. With years of experience and a strong clinical foundation, Jennifer is known for her ability to work with individuals of all ages and diagnoses, bringing a thoughtful and adaptable approach to each patient she serves.

Jennifer has a unique ability to navigate complex medical conditions with confidence and clarity. She provides care that is both comprehensive and individualized, helping patients make meaningful progress toward their goals. Her clinical skills, combined with her calm and approachable nature, allow her to build strong connections with those she works with and create a supportive and effective therapeutic environment.

She has experience in both pediatric and geriatric therapy, allowing her to support individuals across the lifespan. Jennifer works with patients throughout the Southbury, Brookfield, and Danbury areas of Connecticut, providing high quality care directly in their homes and communities.

Jennifer brings a high level of professionalism and dedication to her work, consistently delivering care that reflects the values of High Quality Home Therapy. Her commitment to her patients and her ability to connect with others make her an important part of the HQHT team.

Outside of her clinical work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband, who is also a physical therapist, and their four children.

Sarah has extensive experience working with children from preschool through high school, providing comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment plans for students who qualify for school-based physical therapy services. Throughout her career, she has collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams that include families, educators, physicians, and related service providers to ensure coordinated, goal-driven care that supports each child’s educational and developmental success.

In addition to her school-based work, Sarah has significant expertise in pediatric homecare, treating children who are medically fragile or homebound. She is skilled in adapting therapy to meet complex medical needs while maintaining a compassionate, family-centered approach. Her ability to deliver effective virtual physical therapy has further expanded access to care for students and families who require flexible or remote services.

Sarah holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut and a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Physical Therapy, also from UConn. Her strong clinical background, collaborative mindset, and comfort with both in-person and virtual therapy platforms make her a trusted provider for families seeking high-quality pediatric physical therapy.

At High Quality Home Therapy, Sarah is known for her professionalism, adaptability, and genuine commitment to helping children reach their fullest potential through thoughtful, individualized care.

Dr. Caryn McAllister earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut in 1995, Doctorate from Simmons College in 2012 and Harvard Certification in Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching from Harvard University in 2025. Dr. McAllister started her career at St. Vincent’s Medical Center and quickly began working in homecare in 1996, the same year she developed a brain tumor that required brain surgery. Caryn’s personal and professional experiences motivated her to provide a better environment for people to achieve optimal health & wellness.

A specialist in movement, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, Dr. McAllister’s passions lie in management of complex medical conditions, pain management, pelvic floor rehab, spasticity, headache, clinical research, medical advocacy, EDS and other connective tissue disorders and mental health. A consultant for pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, clinical research sites and lawyers, Dr. McAllister has assisted in clinical trial protocol development, training for medical doctors and researchers, physical therapy conduction within global studies and has presented at globla, national and local professional conferences on EDS, spasticity, headache, mindfulness, PT for mental health, collaborative care and the role of rehab in hospice and palliative care.

A member of the Greater National Advocates, Dr. Caryn McAllister is a fierce advocate for health care rights and believes that healthcare is a right not a luxury.  In 2016 Dr. McAllister founded HQHT Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the most in need, where she incorporates her passion for art into increasing access.

Dr. McAllister has availability for 3 more concierge clients. Please contact the office for more information on our concierge practice.

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Rebecca Passante, DPT has been a valued member of the High Quality Home Therapy team since 2015. She earned her degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut and brings decades of experience to her work, supporting individuals with a wide range of needs.

Rebecca works with both neurological and orthopedic patients, providing comprehensive care that focuses on improving strength, mobility, and overall function. She is skilled in manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and strength and conditioning, helping patients build confidence and achieve meaningful progress in their recovery.

Rebecca provides services throughout the Branford to Guilford areas of Connecticut, delivering personalized care directly in patients’ homes. She takes a hands on and results driven approach, meeting each individual where they are and guiding them toward reaching their highest level of independence and performance.

Known for her energy, dedication, and ability to push her patients toward success, Rebecca creates an environment that is both supportive and motivating. Her commitment to excellence and her passion for helping others make her an integral part of the HQHT team.

Outside of her clinical work, Rebecca lives in Madison, Connecticut and is a proud mother of six children. She brings the same level of dedication and care to her family life as she does to her work with patients.

In addition to her clinical practice, Michelle serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Physical Therapy at Quinnipiac University, where she plays an active role in educating and mentoring future physical therapists. Her academic involvement reflects her passion for evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning, and advancing the profession through education and leadership.

Michelle is a proud graduate of the University of Connecticut, where she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Her training and clinical expertise allow her to thoughtfully integrate the latest research with practical, individualized treatment approaches tailored to each patient’s goals and lifestyle.

Known for her compassionate approach and clear communication style, Michelle partners closely with patients and families to create supportive, effective plans of care. She is dedicated to empowering her patients to move with confidence, improve function, and maintain an active, independent quality of life.

Gerald F. Gaughan, MD, is a highly experienced physical medicine and rehabilitation physician at Doctors United, with offices in the West Farms and Wakefield neighborhoods in the White Plains, and Ardsley, New York. Dr. Gaughan focuses on enhancing and restoring the functional abilities and quality of life for his patients with physical impairments and disabilities. 

After earning his Doctor of Medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY) Health Science Center (now known as SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University) in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Gaughan completed a one-year medicine internship at New Rochelle Hospital (now known as Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital) in New Rochelle, New York. 

Dr. Gaughan then went on to complete his anesthesia residency at Montefiore Medical Center, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in the Bronx, followed by his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York.

He is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is licensed to practice medicine in the state of New York. 

Dr. Gaughan has hospital affiliations with St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx and St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers. 

Taking a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Gaughan makes himself available when his patients need him. 

Gerald F. Gaughan, MD, is a highly experienced physical medicine and rehabilitation physician at Doctors United, with offices in the West Farms and Wakefield neighborhoods in the White Plains, and Ardsley, New York. Dr. Gaughan focuses on enhancing and restoring the functional abilities and quality of life for his patients with physical impairments and disabilities. 

After earning his Doctor of Medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY) Health Science Center (now known as SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University) in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Gaughan completed a one-year medicine internship at New Rochelle Hospital (now known as Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital) in New Rochelle, New York. 

Dr. Gaughan then went on to complete his anesthesia residency at Montefiore Medical Center, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in the Bronx, followed by his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York.

He is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is licensed to practice medicine in the state of New York. 

Dr. Gaughan has hospital affiliations with St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx and St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers. 

Taking a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Gaughan makes himself available when his patients need him.