Pronouns

She/Her

Educational History

Post-Professional OTD, Shenandoah University (2021); M.S., Occupational Therapy, Shenandoah University (2013); B.S., Natural and Social Sciences, Juniata College (2011)

Professional Highlights

Dr. Molly enjoys teaching and mentoring OT students both in the classroom and clinic settings. Her other passions include promoting inclusion and engagement in social and community occupations.

AWARDS

• The Arc of Northern Shenandoah Valley’s Healthcare Professional of the Year 2023
• Shenandoah University’s 2020 Distinguished Alumni Award for Service to the Community

PUBLICATION

• Co-author, chapter “Best Practices in Health Care Interventions for Developmental Conditions” in AOTA’s Best Practices for Occupational Therapy in Early Childhood (2021)

PRESENTATIONS

• Co-Presenter, “Talking About Disability in the Healthcare Setting,” Valley Health Rehab Symposium (October 2023)
• Co-Presenter, “Creating a Playful Event for Children with Special Needs,” U.S. Play Coalition Conference (April 2018)
• Co-Presenter, “Building Leisure Participation in the Community: Summer Camp Experiences,” VOTA Conference (October 2016).
• Co-Presenter, “Video Modeling as an Intervention Tool in Teaching Activities of Daily Living to Children With Autism,” AOTA Conference (April 2015).
• Co-Presenter, “Video Modeling as an Intervention Tool in Teaching Activities of Daily Living to Children With Autism,” VOTA Conference (October 2014).
• Speaker, “Autism Awareness and Safety,” AOTA’s Pediatric Virtual Chat (May 2014)
• Poster presentation, “The Effect of Video Modeling for Participation in Activities of Daily Living for Children with Autism,” VOTA Conference (October 2013)
• Advocated for occupational therapy services at Capitol Hill to repeal the Medicare Therapy Cap and amend OT in the Mental Health Act, Washington D.C. (April 2013)
• Poster presentation, “An Occupation-Based Mental Health Pilot Program for High School Honors Students,” AOTA Conference (April 2013)

Personal Highlights

Dr. Molly lives in Winchester with her husband, two young sons, and family dog. When she has free time she enjoys exploring the outdoors with her family and knitting.

Fields of Expertise

Pediatrics: Outpatient and School-Based practice