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About
Guiding Oak Therapy

At Guiding Oak Therapy, we are dedicated to supporting children’s growth, independence, and confidence through personalized occupational therapy services. We partner closely with families, preschools, and schools to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that meets each child’s unique needs. Like a strong oak offering guidance and shelter, our mission is to help young learners thrive in their daily routines, play, and learning environments.

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Professional History

Expertise in Pediatric Therapy

Education

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Kean University

Contributions to the field

  • Passionate about advancing occupational therapy through innovation and evidence-based practice.

  • Committed to improving access to high-quality services by developing scalable tools that help schools and therapists identify and support students more effectively.

  • Advocate for collaborative partnerships between therapists, educators, and families to promote whole-child success.

  • Actively contribute to the professional community by sharing expertise through published courses and presentations, supporting the ongoing growth of fellow therapists.

Experience

  • Extensive experience providing school-based occupational therapy services, including teletherapy for multiple school districts across the U.S.

  • Specialize in virtual service delivery, collaborating with schools, educators, and families to support student success in remote learning environments.

  • Developed and taught continuing education courses for occupational therapists on OccupationalTherapy.com, helping peers enhance their clinical skills and evidence-based practice.

Specialization

  • School-based and pediatric occupational therapy

  • Teletherapy and digital service delivery

  • Screening and early identification of functional challenges

  • Therapist training and continuing education

Certifications

  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) — Certified and in good standing

  • Licensed occupational therapist in 6 states

Entrepeunerial and Research Achievements

  • Invented an National Science Foundation (NSF) funded evidence-based screening tool to improve identification of students needing occupational therapy support.

  • Recognized for innovation at the intersection of occupational therapy, technology, and education.

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