PLAY with a PURPOSE

PLAY with a PURPOSE is a family-owned private pediatric therapy clinic servicing both McKinney (Collin County) and now Greenville (Hunt County) Texas.  

Our mission is to help children reach their greatest potential by identifying and bridging gaps in their developmental process.  

We believe promoting proper alignment and body mechanics lays the foundation for your child’s future.

PLAY with a PURPOSE Pediatric Therapy is currently 'in-network' with:

Dr. Michelle (Shell) McCarthy, PT, DPT, MS

Michelle ‘Shell’ McCarthy is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specialized in pediatrics. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, and Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Texas Woman’s University.  

Her personal area of research includes an in-depth Case Study on Idiopathic Toe Walking and Sensory Integration in children.  She has also written research articles on scoliosis, infant massage, childhood obesity and more.

Dr. Shell has over 14 years of pediatric experience.  She bases her treatment plans on evidence-based research, developing treatment sessions using scientifically proven techniques, all while encouraging children through PLAY. 

She is active in the DFW community conducting informational lectures at colleges, schools, and other venues. 

She is the mother of two young boys.