Theses/Dissertations from 2026
The Impact of Community-based Educational Workshops on the Sexual Health Literacy and Sexual Satisfaction of LGBTQ+ Adults, Meaghan Burns and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Teacher Perceptions of the Impact of Sensory Integration and Processing on Student Occupational Engagement, Kyla Campbell and Colleen Cameron Whiting
The Effect of Mental Skills Training on Adolescent Gymnast's Sport Performance Satisfaction, Acadia Cass
Choosing your line: Training Adaptive Ski Instructors How To Facilitate Occupational Participation For Individuals With Complex Communication Needs., Jordan E. Chizmadia and Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L CPAM
Understanding Occupational Therapy Referral Patterns and Knowledge Gaps Among United States Medical Providers, Zachery Edwards and Shannon Strate OTD, MS OTR/L
Investigating the Sensory Needs of Bereaved Children in a Therapeutic Group Setting, Eleanor Gemma and Bethany Horne OTD, MS, OTR/L
A Multifaceted Approach to Managing Agitation in Assisted Living Residents with Dementia , Emily Hamed
The Efficacy of an Educational Program on the Benefits of Aquatic Therapy: An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Matile Kaplan and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Effectiveness of Occupation-Based Mindfulness Strategies for Older Adults Experiencing Anxiety or Depression, Jennifer G. Macnie and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Advancing Neurodiverse-Affirming Care: Educating Caregivers to Improve Knowledge and Confidence, Olivia Miller and Bethany Horne OTD, MS, OTR/L
Educating Birthing Professionals About the Benefits of Occupational and Physical Therapy in the Acute Postpartum Period, Jayde Monteiro and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Building Adolescents' Social Emotional Wellness Through Physical Fitness Programming, Serena Mora and Tania Rosa OTD, OTR/L
Advancing Social-Emotional Wellness in Adolescents Through Structured Physical Fitness Programming, Serena Mora; Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L; and Amy Wheadon OTD, OTR/L
Utilization and Impacts of Pediatric Caregiver Programming on Therapeutic Engagement and Wellbeing: A Pilot Program, Venisa Rodriguez and Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L
Theses/Dissertations from 2025
Teaching and Learning Approaches to Improve Staff Training at EmpowerSCI, Amanda Bastos OT/S and Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L, CPAM
Occupational Performance in Technology Use for Older Veterans, Gianna Battista OT/S; Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, ATP, DRP; and Julie Faieta Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L
The effect of non-contact boxing on occupational performance of individuals with Parkinson's disease: A Case Series Design, Ruben Blanco OT/S and Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L
The Impact of a Community-based Motor Performance Program on Children and Adolescence with Neurodivergent Conditions, Isabella Catarina OTS; Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L; and Brooke Tubbs OTD, OTR/L
Increasing Self-Efficacy Through a Wellness Program for People with Parkinson’s Disease and Their Care Partners, Abby Clark OT/S; Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L; and Carolyn Kosiba-Quiterio CPT, CRS, CGX, SF
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Occupation-Based Programming on the Sexual Health Literacy of Older Adults Living with HIV, Riley David OTS and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Impact of Power Tilt Functions on Users Independence, Functional Reach, and Overall Quality of Life, Jordan Dodge OTS; Andrea Fairman PhD, OTR/L, ATP; Jennith Bernstein PT, ATP/SMS; and Heather Cianciolo OTR/L, ATP/SMS
Community Based Psychosocial Wellness Groups for Children and Adolescents with Neurodivergent Conditions, Caitlin Duffy OT/S and Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L
Technology Use By Skilled Nursing Facility Residents to Enhance Leisure Participation and Overall Quality of Life, Madisyn Frederick OTS and Shannon Strate OTD, MS, OTR/L
Implementing an Enviornmentally Interactive Restorative Nursing Program, Geraldine Gibson BS, OTS and Shannon Strate OTD, MS, OTR/L
Impact of Self-directed Goals for Long-term Patients in a Forensic Hospital: A Mixed-Methods Study, Chapin Graham OT/S; Nancy Dooley PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA; and Natalie Petrucci MSOT, OTR/L
Impact of Multimodal Education on a Caregivers’ Lived Experience in Mobility Options for Children, Nicole La Rochelle B.S., OT/S; Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, ATP, DRP; Christina Gagosian M.S., OTR/L; Chelsea Maziarz MS, OTR/L, CAS; Heather Cianciolo OTR/L, ATP/SMS; and Jennith Bernstein PT, DPT, ATP/SMS
Incorporating Nostalgia Into Purposeful Activity to Enhance Social Engagement in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Samantha McGowan OTS; Shannon Strate OTD, MS, OTR/L; and Suzanne McEvoy CTRS
Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency within Medicaid Home and Community-Based Service Waivers on the East Coast: A Content Analysis, Amina Meky OTS; Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, ATP, DRP; and Gina Novario OTD, OTR/L
Advocating OT Services Among Medical Providers, Jazzy Montgomery BS, OTS and Shannon Strate OTD, MS OTR/L
The Post-Acute Functional Interventions Impact on Quality of Life: Spinal Cord Injury, Caitlyn Nicholson OT/S and Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L, CPAM
Occupational Therapy Services Within an Enhanced Psychiatric Rehabilitation Residential Facility, Cole Scott OTS; Nancy Dooley PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA; and Alison Johnson OTD, OTR/L
Pelvic Floor Therapy Education for Clients and Practitioners, Kiara Slaughter OTD/S; Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L; and Leanne Monteiro PT, DPT
The Effect of Surf Therapy on Mental Health, Sydney Smallwood OTS; Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, CPRP, ATP; and Michele Leone DNP, LMHC, RN
Effects of Implementation of a Virtual Exercise Program on Quality of Life for Individuals with a Spinal Cord Injury, Jordan Sterenberg OTS and Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L, CPAM
Authentic Leadership: Mentorship For Aspiring Occupational Therapists, Christina C. Wilson OT/S and Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L CPAM
Theses/Dissertations from 2024
How Home Modifications Impact Caregiver Burden, Kanani Badua BS, OTS; Nancy J. Dooley PhD, OTR/L, CDP, Catia Garell, MA, OTR, SCEM; and Catia Garell MA, OTR, SCEM
Nature-Based Interventions to Support Well-Being in Adolescents, Morgan Becker B.S., OT/S; Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L; and Bethany Horne OTD, MS, OTR/L,
Transition to Assisted Living: An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Allison Clayton OT/S; Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L; and Jill Pokaski DPT, GCS
Driving Simulation Off-Road Screening For Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Jake Davis BS, OT/S and Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, ATP, DRP
Improving Health Literacy Through Revision of Educational Materials for Pelvic Health Considerations During Labor & Birth, Stephanie Duzy BA, OT/S; Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L; and Lisa Charron PT, DPT
A Sensory Approach to Working with Youth who have Experienced Sexual Trauma, Madison Fonseca BS, OTS and Andrea Fairman Ph.D., OTR/L, CPRP, ATP
Client and Caregiver Training Strategies for the Adoption, Use and Maintenance of Mainstream Smart Home Technologies, Palma Foschi Walko OTS; Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, ATP, DRP; and Dan Ding PhD
Occupational Therapy’s Role in Sex Education for Staff Working with Adults with I/DD, Molly Gould B.S., OT/S and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
Examining the Effects of a Psychoeducational Program to Minimize Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease Care Partner Burnout, Nicole Graves B.S, OT/S; Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L; and Carolyn Kosiba-Quiterio CPT, CRS, CGX, CSF
Applying an Occupational Therapy Approach to Developing Trauma-Informed, Anti-Racist Pelvic Health Networking Workshops, Nora Hall BS, OT/S; Rachel Ohene MOT, OTR/L, CEDS; and Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L
The Benefits of Yoga and Mindfulness in Supporting Preschool Children’s Social-Emotional Development, Melany Kurczewski B.S.; Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L; and Ruby Perry B.S., B.A.
Examining the Effects of a Psychoeducation Program on Parkinson’s Disease Care Partner Engagement at Rock Steady Boxing, Francesca Laurenza OTS; Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L; and Carolyn Kosiba-Quiterio CPT, CRS, CGX, CSF
The Impact of Language Preference & Health Literacy on Home Exercise Program Adherence Among Outpatients in Hand Clinics, Samantha Lemus OT/S; Kathryn Burke OTD, OTR/L; and Laura Thibeau MOT/L, CHT
Creating Parent-to-Parent Support Groups for Parents with Children with a Neurodivergent Diagnosis, Breanna Mendell OTS; Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L; and Rebecca Erwin OTR/L
Impact of ‘Prioritizing You’ Self-Care Program for Adult Female Survivors of Domestic Violence, Synclaire Mitchell B.S, OTS; Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, ATP, DRP; and Janice Hamlin MSW
Examining the Effects of Adaptive Outdoor Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities: An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Georgi Neuser BS, OT/S; Sheridan Ferland OTD, OTR/L; and Sara Rosell-Gavigan RTC, CTRS
The Impact of New-Parent Support Groups on Occupational Balance and Well-Being, Gina Orazietti OT/S; Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L; and Monique DeRoche IMH-E
The Impact of Intentional Collaboration and Play-Based Programming on Fine-Motor Development in Preschool Children, Amy Propst B.S.; Tania Rose Tania Rosa, OTD, OTR/L; and Kristin Charpentier B.S.
Cognition and Communication Supports for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Emily Smith BS, OTS and Nancy Dooley PhD, OTR/L, CDP, FAOTA
Theses/Dissertations from 2023
Outcomes of Participation in Leisure on Mental Well-being of Pediatric Individuals with Trauma or Prader-Willi Syndrome, MaryClaire Attisano BS, OTS; Shannon Strate OTD, OTR/L; and Monique Williams M.Ed.
Transcending Boundaries: A Qualitative Exploration of Healthcare Experiences among Sexual and Gender Minorities, Allyson B. Baker BA, OT/S; Jennifer Swanberg Ph.D. MMHS, OTR/L; and Samantha R. Rosenthal PhD, MPH
Developing & Implementing Robotic Pet Interventions For Adults With Dementia, Lisa Benson OTS and Shannon Strate OTR/L, OTD
Creating a Virtual Wellness Program for Adults with SCI, Laura Carlson BS, OTS and Monique Dawes Monique Dawes, OTD, OTR/L, CPAM
Development & Implementation of an Adaptive Sports Program at Johnson & Wales University, Francesca Corsinetti OT/S; Justin Laferrier PT, PhD, NCS, OCS, SCS, ATP, CSCS, AIB-VR; and Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L, CPAM
Sensory-Based Training for a Specialized Learning Environment, Elizabeth Costello OT/S; Alyson Alyson Caron-Huber MOTR/L; and Andrea Fairman Ph.D., MOT, OTR/L, CPRP, ATP
Developing an Occupational Therapy Mentorship Program for Underrepresented Minority Students, James Greene Jr, OTS; Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L; and Mike Waugh
Embedding Occupational Therapy into an Existing Female Empowerment Exercise Group, Brittany Greenwood OTS; Amy Wheadon OTD, OTR, NASM Certified CPT, YES; and Rebecca Simon EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Enhancing Growth and Development of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services in Underserved Communities, Sage Hollingsworth OTS and Shannon Strate OTD, OTR/L
Integrated Safety and Health Promotion Among Correctional Workers and People Incarcerated: A Scoping Review, Olivia Hull OTS; Olivia Breckler OTS; Lisa Jaegers OTR/L, FAOTA; and Shannon Strate OTD, OTR/L
Creating an Affinity Group: The Connecticut Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (CTBOTC), Alyssia Mosley OTS; Monique Dawes OTD, OTR/L, CPAM; and Ivy Rentz EdD, MSA, OTR/L
Voices of Experience: The Role of a Caregiver Support Group in Addressing the Needs of Parents of Children with Autism, Coral Perry OT/S; Andrea Fairman PhD, OTR/L, CPRP; and Darren Canonico LCSW
Theses/Dissertations from 2022
The Impact of Assistive Technology on Social-Emotional Learning from a Teacher Perspective, Lia R. Cucinotta OTS; Tania Rose OTD, OTR/L; and Nancy Dooley PhD, OTR/L, CDP
Development of a Career Skills Training Program for Adults with Down Syndrome, Lydia Gruber OTS and Rebecca Simon EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Sensory Education and Resources for Staffatan Adult Day Habilitation Center, Jessica Karcher OTS; Nancy Dooley Ph.D., OTR/L,CDP; and Eve Montague MSM, MT-BC
Parental Perspective on Functional Behavior Post Hippotherapy, Matthew Lichter OTS; Rebecca Simon EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA; and Sheila Stahl PT/R
Improving Teacher Knowledge of Sensory Strategies in Elementary Classrooms, Sukhman Matharu OTS; Tania Rosa OTD, OTR/L; and Rebecca Simon EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Improving the Health and Wellbeing of Mothers of Children with Disabilities, Kelly O’Brien OTS; Nancy Dooley Ph.D., OTR/L, CDP; and Tara Hayes BS, CCHW
Occupational Therapy Practitioners' Role in Advocating for Access to Transportation, Emily Rindermann OTS and Nancy J. Dooley PhD., OTR/L, CDP
Development of Site-Specific Programming and Policies to Support Level II Fieldwork in a Role-Emerging Practice Area, Leila C. Schaper OTS; Jennifer Swanberg Ph.D., MMHS, OTR/L; and Sharon Swift OTR/L, ATP, E.D.
Transition to Motherhood: Creating Balance in Prenatal and Postnatal Working Mothers, Ashika Shah OTS; Jamie O’Day BSN, RN, IBCLC; Jennifer Swanberg MMHS, OTR/L; and Sujata Martin MS, OTR/L
At Home Educational Resources for Caregivers of Children with Feeding Difficulties, Julia Testori OTS; Rebecca Simon EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA; and Kayla Pirri OTR/L, CLC
