Jaime Becker obtained her master’s degree from St. Louis University as a primary care pediatric nurse practitioner in 2010 and also holds an additional master’s degree from University of Alabama in health promotion and a national certification as a pediatric mental health specialist. In addition, in May 2021 she will complete a post-masters certification as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from Maryville University.

Here at Heart to Heart Pediatrics, she provides diagnosis of pediatric mental health concerns and disorders and management, which includes non-medicinal interventions and when indicated, medications. Her focus is on children with anxiety, depression, and ADHD in addition to providing basic coping skills to children struggling with their emotions.

Being a nurse practitioner, wife, and mom to three boys, she understands the daily struggles that parents encounter, as well as the importance of helping a child succeed emotionally, physically, and academically. Off the clock, you’ll find Jaime at a gym or field being her children’s biggest fan or enjoying the outdoors, doing anything from gardening to hiking to fishing and hunting.

Kayla has been a MA at Heart to heart since March of 2021 after being a stay at home mom for 10 years. Her husband is Josh and they have been married for 14 years. Together they have 4 children and 1 puppy!

Hobbies & Interests:
“Kayla and her family love movie nights, family game nights, and going on vacation together.” 

What do you love about your job in one sentence:
“My favorite thing about working at heart to heart is making each and every person that comes in feel welcomed, comfortable, and special.”

Katie grew up in Glen Carbon, IL and obtained her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College in 2013. She worked at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital for almost 5 years on the Infant/Toddler Medical/Surgical unit. During that time she became a Certified Pediatric Nurse. She completed her Masters of Science in Nursing, focusing on Pediatric Primary Care, from Maryville University in 2017.

She is board-certified by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB). Katie has been practicing as a primary care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Illinois since 2019.

Katie still resides in Illinois with her husband Ben and their daughter Bailey. She enjoys hanging out with her family, listening to music, being outside, and swimming in her pool!

Megan graduated from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse in the NICU and on the Mother-Baby unit for 4.5 years. She completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from Maryville University.  She is a board certified nurse practioner with a focus in pediatric primary care and is starting her career here at Heart to Heart!

Megan lives in Glen Carbon with her husband Blake and their two cats. They are expecting their first child in February. In her free time she likes to read and spend time with family and friends.

I have worked in pediatrics for over 20 years. I have been a medical assistant and receptionist. I am getting married October 2023 to my amazing fiancé, Jason. I have two children; Olivia is a full-time student at SIUE studying Special Education while working at Target and Dallas is a junior in high school, he plays soccer and hockey at BTHS. I also have 4 bonus kids as well: Brooke, Lucas, Ethan and Cameron. Cameron is our baseball player for the Blue Jays. I adore our blended family and we also have our sweet Blue Mural Aussie, Daisy Mae!

Hobbies & Interests:
“I enjoy walking, all water activities, the Lake of Ozarks and I love being outdoors as much as possible. Also anything that involves being with our blended family!”

What do you love about your job in one sentence:
“For all the relationships I have been blessed with through the years of working in peds with mom’s and their amazing kiddos!”

Alexa has been with Heart to Heart since December 2022. She graduated from Lakeview College of Nursing in 2018. She started her career as a nurse on the pediatric floor at Mercy and then transitioned to pediatric primary care. Alexa grew up in Belleville, IL. She currently lives in Waterloo, IL with her husband Bo and black lab Millie.

Hobbies and Interests:
She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves exploring new coffee shops, exercising, watching sports, and the beach!

What do you love about your job in one sentence:
“I love working with kiddos because they are so resilient!”