ALLISON'S CORNER

Created by an experienced and multi-state licensed occupational therapist, our resources are thoughtfully designed in alignment with the American Occupational Therapy Association’s (AOTA) Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF-4) and the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Autistic People Across the Lifespan. These practical tools support sensory-motor skills, self-regulation, and meaningful participation for students on the autism spectrum and those with other diagnoses. After earning my Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from D’Youville College, I began my career at a local Therapy Services company. There I provided occupational therapy services to students from Pre-K through high school who needed additional support beyond what a typical school district could offer. I worked with students across all diagnoses, with the majority being on the autism spectrum. It was during this time that I discovered my true passion — creating engaging, purposeful activities tailored to their IEPs and watching them thrive as they reached their goals. Today, I work for a virtual therapy company where I treat, evaluate, and coordinate OT sessions for students across the country. Being licensed in New York, California, Maine, Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma allows me to serve a wider community remotely. This virtual role has made the hands-on resources I create even more essential — they bridge the gap between therapy sessions and everyday practice at home and in the classroom.