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The purpose of this podcast is to inspire therapists by sharing the accomplishments of therapy entrepreneurs and leaders of color and to support them in their roles.
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Thursday Jul 30, 2020
Thursday Jul 30, 2020
Dr. Douglene Jackson, Ph.D., OTR/L, LMT, ATP is a consultant occupational therapist (OT) and assistive Technology professional with over 21 years of experience in the rehabilitation and education fields. She holds a PhD in special education in early childhood, a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Services with a concentration in counseling, and a Diploma in Massage Therapy. She has also obtained numerous certifications and is an active member of several professional associations and executive boards. Dr. Douglene has interests and expertise in program development, health and educational equity, telehealth, assistive Technology, early intervention, autism, mental-health evidence-based practice, and intervention services for various disabilities across the lifespan. She is a leader, speaker, advocate, educator, scholar, and consultant with international experience. She excels at developing people and programs through creating a simplified curriculum and content, as well as providing innovative and effective interventions and solutions to clients.
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
In this monologue, Tomeico encourages OT social entrepreneurs to answer their calling and support each other around the world.
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Alondra Ammon, MOT, OTR/L, is a First Generation Salvadoran-Haitian American from Prince George's County, Maryland. She graduated top of her class from Samuel Merritt University. She was accepted into the Emerging Leaders Development Program through the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and is passionate about advocating for diversity and inclusion.
Friday May 29, 2020
Friday May 29, 2020
In this short monologue, Tomeico Faison reflects on a consulting and coaching observation with Therapy Entrepreneurs and Leaders of Color.
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Dr. Brittany Conners is the CEO of Optimistic Theory- a supportive mental health service which helps people and companies invest in prevention by incorporating onsite therapy into business operations. She sees clients in the community, in their homes, at their offices, and at co-working spaces.
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Dr. Shirley Wells is the chair and an associate professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. She was recognized as one of the 100 Influential People in Occupational Therapy by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA).
Saturday Feb 29, 2020
Saturday Feb 29, 2020
Robin F. Baker is an occupational therapist and co-founder of GoTHERAPY, an organization improving access to quality occupational, physical and speech therapy services for individuals living with disabilities and chronic health conditions in West Africa.
Saturday Feb 22, 2020
Saturday Feb 22, 2020
Dr. Frederick B. Covington is an entrepreneur, occupational therapist , award winning inventor, university professor, clinic owner, app developer, and published author. Following his graduation from Howard University he began his career as an occupational therapist.
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
Dr. Khalilah Johnson is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. She also serves as an affiliate research faculty member at the Virginia Commonwealth University Center for Cultural Experiences in Prevention.
Friday Feb 07, 2020
Friday Feb 07, 2020
Dr. Varleisha Gibbs, PhD, OTD, OTR/L is an occupational therapist and author with 17 years of experience working with children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing disorders. Dr. Gibbs is the Scientific Programs Officer for the American Occupational Therapy Foundation.