Meet Ocean Perinatal
Actress Emily Perkins once said, “The first pregnancy is a long sea journey to a country where you don’t know the language.”
We see, and we care! We know that pregnancy can be hard, even when it’s normal. Birth is hard. New and experienced motherhood is very, very hard. And it takes a village. We thank you for choosing us to be a part of your village.
We believe that informed decision making between a mom and her care team is vital to her health and crucial to the best possible birth outcomes. We are by your side, paddling out with you into that wave of motherhood.
Our commitment to you
At Ocean Perinatal, you’re treated as an individual, and your care team is valued and respected. Our office is a welcoming and safe environment. This focus on service and informed consent sets us apart in the sea of choices for perinatal care during pregnancy.
Provide honest, compassionate and evidence-based medical care in a kind, comprehensive manner
Maintain a clean, safe and beautiful environment in which to work and provide patient-centered perinatal care services
Support our community through educational opportunities that improve the quality of life for our patients and their families
Seek to continually exceed expectations and solve concerns by listening, asking questions and enhancing the patient experience
Work collaboratively with referring providers, keep them up-to-date on our findings and solicit feedback to improve our care
Use the most updated technology so we can provide the most comprehensive and quality prenatal care possible
Our Team.
Dr. Kathryn Sharma, founder and perinatologist
Dr. Kathryn Sharma has a bachelors in History from University of California at Berkeley. She completed medical school at Drexel University in Philadelphia, residency at LAC+USC Medical Center, and fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. She is double board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, also known as perinatology. Alongside patients’ primary obstetric providers, she co-manages both low- and high-risk pregnancies to optimize care and outcomes for the mother, her baby, and her team.
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Born and raised in sunny coastal California, she’s a married mom of three who has called Ventura home since 2016. She is also “mom” to one fur baby, a turtle and (at last count) 15 chickens. When not helping care for pregnant women, she enjoys running, yoga, hiking, crafts, and audiobooks.
Alexis Coleman, practice director
Alexis is a mother of three young children. She is a proud graduate of California Lutheran University with a master’s degree in business administration. She has 10+ years of leadership experience helping teams achieve quality while prioritizing empathy and care.
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She is excited to bring her experience to Ocean Perinatal, as she finds joy in helping others and working with a team for a purpose. In her free time, she loves to hike, read and volunteer with AYSO soccer and PTSA nonprofit organizations.
Kelly Keeter, patient services coodinator
Kelly is a wife and also a mom of two boys. She loves working in a perinatal office and going through the journey of motherhood with our patients. Personally understanding the struggles that can occur with pregnancies, she loves welcoming our patients with a bright, smiling face.
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When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time in the sunshine with her family and Bernese mountain dog Rubi. She also loves hiking and paddleboarding.
Alicia Andrews, patient experience lead
Alicia, a native of Southern California, has called Ventura home since 2008. She is married to Michael and together they have a Golden Retriever puppy! They share a deep enjoyment of the outdoors and enjoy hiking, biking, running, camping, and especially sunsets at the beach.
Alicia has a background in education (K-12) and a passion for photography and all things creative. Given her love for babies and people, Alicia is excited to step into this new role of supporting women throughout their motherhood journey and is overjoyed to be a part of the team at Ocean Perinatal.
Morgan Black, patient experience representative
After attending a close friend’s birth, Morgan wanted to provide support in the birth community. In 2018, she become a certified birth doula. In 2023 Morgan attended the University of California San Diego and received her lactation consultant certification.
Most recently she started working and it has been nothing short of amazing and special. When not at a birth you can find Morgan at church or Disneyland.
Grace Branchflower, patient experience representative
Grace is Ventura county born and raised. She is a married mother to a young (and very active) son named Abraham. She loves working and supporting women in many facets, as a doula and birthworker foremost. Working at Ocean Perinatal made absolute sense when she was presented with the opportunity.
When not at a birth, she is probably trying to rack up outside time at the beach or park with friends and other toddlers. Seeing her son enjoy childhood has proven to be the current greatest joy of her life.
Diana Venters, perinatal sonographer
Diana is an Oxnard native, married to her life partner Drue for over 20 years. Together, they have five children and three cats. She describes being a mother as her “life’s greatest work and a driving factor in serving other mothers.”
Imaging is truly a family business for Diana and her loved ones. Her mother was a mammography technologist and her husband is also a sonographer! She has performed ultrasound (also) for over 20 years, specializing in obstetrics since 2007. When not at work, Diana loves glamping, staycations, spa days, and all things Marvel.
Jamie Johnson, perinatal sonographer
Jamie has been a registered sonographer since 2007, specializing in perinatal ultrasound. After over a decade in Florida, she spent several years as a travel sonographer working across the country before finally landing in California in 2022, where she loved putting down roots.
She’s passionate about supporting women through all stages of pregnancy with care, presence, and precision. Outside of work, Jamie is also a fine art photographer, creating soulful imagery that celebrates the beauty and transformation of womanhood. She also finds joy in vintage treasures, adventures in travel, and the perfect song for every moment.
Christine Hampton, lead perinatal sonographer
With 30 years of experience specializing in OB/GYN ultrasound, Christine is passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care and supporting patients throughout their pregnancy journey.
Outside of work, she enjoys staying active and embracing the outdoors. Christine has a passion for Argentine Tango dancing, enjoys playing tennis, and loves spending time in nature whenever she can. Whether Christine is on the dance floor, on the tennis court, or exploring the outdoors, she values activities that keep her energized and connected to the world around her.
Kendall Brooks, patient experience representative
Kendall finds immense joy being a part of the team at Ocean Perinatal, working to ensure every patient's journey is one of empowerment and connection. She brings over 20 years of dedicated experience in family-centered care, early childhood education, and program operations, with a primary focus on Women's Health. She is a Certified Parent Coach through the Jai Institute for Parenting, applying her unique blend of expertise in sociology, trauma-informed coaching, and healthcare administration to support families individually and through community workshops.
Kendall has always dreamed of being a mom and living by the beach. After a college friend introduced her to Ventura, this magical farming community by the sea, she knew she would one day raise her family here. In 2015, she became a Mom to Cody, and in 2022, they joyfully relocated to Ventura after five winters in Northwest Montana. She feels she is truly living the dream when they explore the beautiful beaches, mountains, and rivers of Ventura County
Courtney Delee, perinatal sonographer
Originally from New York City, Courtney completed her ultrasound education there and spent the first five years of her career gaining valuable clinical experience before relocating.
Outside of work, Courtney is a proud wife and mom to three young children, ages 2, 4, and 6. Her family also includes a beloved dog and a tortoise who keep life fun and full of adventure.
When she's not caring for patients, she enjoys baking fresh bread and making homemade pizza from scratch. Her family loves spending time outdoors, whether they are camping, relaxing at the beach or pool, or simply enjoying nature together.
Laney Rice, perinatal sonographer
With more than 10 years of experience in diagnostic medical sonography, Laney is passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care while delivering high-quality ultrasound imaging. It is a privilege to care for women and their families during such an important time in their lives, and she strives to create a welcoming, reassuring environment where every patient feels heard, supported, and cared for.
Laney's professional interests include maternal-fetal medicine, where she is dedicated to performing detailed fetal assessments and contributing to the care of high-risk pregnancies. She values precision, collaboration, and lifelong learning, and enjoys working alongside physicians and healthcare teams to help achieve the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby.
Outside of work, Laney enjoys photography, especially capturing meaningful moments and the beauty of nature. Living near the coast, she loves spending time at the beach, where she can relax, recharge, and appreciate the peaceful surroundings.
Kirstie Treptow, perinatal sonographer
After graduating from CBD College in 2018, Kirstie moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where she spent the next seven years building her career as a sonographer. During her time in Phoenix, she gave birth to a baby boy, and decided to move back to California to be near family (and the beach). She is passionate about being an integral part of women’s healthcare and feels especially honored to care for patients during such a meaningful and special chapter of their lives. She strives to make every patient feel comfortable, supported, and cared for throughout their experience.
Outside of work, you can find Kirstie at the beach, traveling with her husband and son, reading books, making crafts or practicing yoga. She is a lover of all creatures and has three cats and a dog of her own.
Lindsey Wyllie, patient experience representative
Lindsey is passionate about wellness, nature, creativity, and caring for others. She loves yoga, hiking, sunsets, watercolor painting, and spending time outdoors.
Her work as a nanny and pet sitter has given her the opportunity to support and care for others in meaningful ways, while her role at Ocean Perinatal has deepened her appreciation for helping people through important seasons of life.
Lindsey is currently preparing to begin sonography school and will soon be traveling to Bali to complete her 200-hour yoga teacher training. She is excited to continue learning, growing, and bringing together her interests in wellness, healthcare, and supporting others in this next chapter.
