Laura Bostock began her career as an occupational therapist in 2017, after graduating from the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) San Marcos, CA campus. As a school-based practitioner, she has continued to expand her emphasis on multi-sensory learning approaches, sensory regulation programs, and Learning
Amy Kennedy, MS, OTD, OTR/L is a Doctoral Coordinator and Assistant Professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) on the San Marcos, CA campus, where she teaches in the residential program for occupational therapy. She has been an occupational therapist for more than 20 years. She graduated with a Bachelor of
Dr. Angelina Muñoz has been practicing occupational therapy since 2004. Her clinical focus has been in pediatric practice with diverse populations. Dr. Muñoz has practiced throughout Southern California and Southern Nevada in sensory-based clinic, school district and pediatric hospital settings. Her area of emphasis with school-age populations includes autism spectrum disorder and community transitions. Dr.
Dr. Macy Burr has a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology and a minor in psychology. Prior to starting occupational therapy school, she worked in outpatient rehabilitation and mental health settings. Dr. Burr graduated from Stanbridge University with a Master of Science in occupational therapy and began her career as an occupational therapist working in outpatient
Dr. Laughlin is an occupational therapist who has a passion and interest in working in geriatrics, behavioral and mental health. Her passion for working with these populations stems from the opportunity to provide an environment where individuals feel empowered, supported and motivated to learn (or re-learn) the skills needed for engagement in one’s meaningful and
Elizabeth (Liz) Barnes graduated from the University of Southern California occupational therapy program and since then has been practicing within several different settings. Barnes started in school-based private practice, with an emphasis on sensory integration for three years. She then took an opportunity to work for the U.S. Army in Germany, helping to develop a
Dr. Broussard is an occupational therapist, researcher and educator focused on improving the lives of older adults.
Dr. Jennie DiGrado is an Assistant Professor for the Master of Occupational Therapy program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences San Marcos, CA campus. She received her bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from Colorado State University and her doctorate in occupational therapy from Creighton University. She has worked clinically in a variety
Dr. Khan-Farooqi graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with high honors in 2010. She completed internships at the internationally recognized Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Hospital in Downey, CA, and at the Occupational Performance Center associated at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis (TRISL). Following graduation, she worked at Children’s Hospital, New Orleans and
Dr. Susan MacDermott has more than 15 years of experience as a practicing therapist and educator. In addition to her role as a core faculty member and Doctoral Coordinator in the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program, she currently serves as an occupational therapist at Lasting Recovery, a substance abuse and recovery program in San
Dr. Karen Menard joined the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in January 2012 as a contributing faculty member and accepted the Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program Director position in March 2015. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Florida International University in 1985, her Master of Science in Health
Dr. Terri Roberts brings 20 years of clinical experience to her position as a practitioner specializing in burns, hand therapy and lymphedema. She teaches Orthotics and Prosthetics, Physical Agent Modalities and Clinical Applications in Adulthood. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Dr. Roberts is the Assistant Program Director for the MOT/OTD Flex and Residential programs.