Expert Qualifications
This New Jersey licensed occupational therapist received her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Philadelphia University and a Bachelor's of Science in Equine Studies from Averett University. She is a board certified Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist (HPCS) and teaches other therapists about the field via fieldwork student supervision, national conference presentations and her extensive involvement with the American Hippotherapy Association. She is also a PATH certified Advanced riding, driving and vaulting instructor and has served on the PATH Health and Education Advisory. She maintains a private practice providing occupational therapy services as well as workshops and consultation for those interested in equine assisted activities and therapy.
Bio Snapshot
- Location: NJ
- BS, Equine Studies, Averett University
- MS, Occupational Therapy, Philadelphia University
- Certified, Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist
- Member, American Hippotherapy Association
- Member, Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH)
- Member, New Jersey Occupational Therapy Association
- Former, Occupational Therapist, TheraCare
- Former, Education Chair, American Hippotherapy Association
- Current, Health and Education Advisory Committee Member, PATH
- Current, Director of Therapy Services, a Non-profit in the Northeast (15 years)
- Current, Owner and Occupational Therapist, a New Jersey Equine Therapy Center (10 years)
