Overview
I center my teaching and research on the belief that mental health and wellness are essential foundations for meaningful and successful lives. This commitment drives my efforts to advance inclusion by expanding access to mental wellness across diverse communities.
My scholarly work reflects a strong interest in community‑based, action‑oriented, and participatory research methods. I collaborate with practitioners, community members, and fellow scholars to build learning communities that critically examine practice and translate evidence into meaningful change. Through these partnerships, I work to influence outcomes across multiple levels—from direct clinical practice to broader system‑level transformation.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery
·
2021 - Present
Orthopaedic Surgery, Occupational Therapy,
Orthopaedic Surgery
Recent Publications
Threat or Opportunity? Social Prescribing and Implications for Occupational Therapy.
Journal Article Am J Occup Ther · November 1, 2025 Social prescribing (SP)-the use of nonmedical community activities and supports to enhance health and address social drivers of health, provided in tandem with medical interventions-is embedded in many health care systems around the globe, but its use in t ... Full text Link to item CiteRe-viewing the Social Context of Occupation through a Theoretical Lens: Social Capital. Social Identity and Social Support – Bourdieu, Holland, and Putnam
Chapter · March 31, 2025 Full text CiteThe Capabilities Approach
Chapter · March 31, 2025 CiteEducation, Training & Certifications
University of Limerick (Ireland) ·
2017
Ph.D.
Tufts University, Boston School of Occupational Therapy ·
1992
M.A.