OOTA

OTPTAT Board Updates: Ethics, Rule Changes, and OT Compact
2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Presented By: Missy Anthony, Executive Director, OTPTAT Board
7:00 – 8:00pm | 1.0 Contact Hour
This presentation will discuss concepts related to ethics and boundaries, recent rule changes that impact the practice of occupational therapy in Ohio, and how the OT Compact can help Ohio license holders who want to practice across state lines.
Objectives:

To understand and be able to apply concepts related to ethics and boundaries
To identify recent rule changes that impact the practice of occupational therapy in Ohio
To know how the OT Compact can help Ohio license holders who want to practice across state lines

Hosted by Southwest District
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Occupational Therapy Outdoors: Connecting, Growing, and Thriving in Nature
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:30
Presented By: Lindsey Stamper, MS, OTR/L, RYT-200 and Kylee Wieging, OT/S
7:00 – 8:30pm | 1.5 Contact Hours
This presentation will discuss the benefits of utilizing nature connection in the therapy process with a primary focus on pediatric populations. Considerations for taking occupational therapy outdoors as well as a variety of resources for occupational therapy practitioners will be provided.
Objectives:

Educate occupational therapy practitioners about the importance of human connection to nature for overall health and wellbeing as well as current impacts on child nature participation today
Inform OTP’s about how nature can be a co-facilitator in the therapy process and considerations for taking therapy outside
Provide OTP’s with resources and practical strategies to begin offering therapy services that support nature connection
Describe the unique experience of an OTD Capstone in a nature-based setting.

Presenter bios:
Lindsey loves helping children reach their potential with compassionate care and family collaboration. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and received her master’s degree from San Jose State University. Lindsey has over 20 years of experience as an OT in pediatric settings and established her outdoor practice, Forestways OT, in Columbus, Ohio in 2022. She is a mom of two boys and has seen the benefits of sensory-rich outdoor play for her own children and those she works with. Lindsey has training in the ConTiGo Approach to nature-based therapy, Powerfully You Self-Regulation Program, Therapeutic Listening, Handwriting Without Tears, reflex integration, yoga and mindfulness for children, assistive technology, and numerous sensory techniques. She is a certified provider of TimberNook nature play experiences and an experienced yoga instructor. Additionally, Lindsey has presented for numerous schools, parent groups, the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association, and the American Occupational Therapy Association. Lindsey loves to see children grow, connect, and thrive as they experience Forestways Occupational Therapy!
Kylee Wieging is a third-year Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student at OSU. She has a strong interest in pediatric practice and plans to work in a pediatric setting following graduation. Kylee is passionate about nature-based occupational therapy and enjoys hiking, camping, and spending time outdoors in her free time. She is currently completing her capstone experience at Forestways OT, where her project focuses on using sensory input in natural environments to support emotional regulation in children.
Hosted by Central District
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The Decline of Outdoor Play – And the Rise in Sensory Issues (08/26/2026)
2026-08-26 18:00 - 19:30
Presented By: Angela Hanscom, MOT, OTR/L
6:00 – 7:30pm | 1.5 Contact Hours
This presentation will discuss several strategies to help children thrive in outdoor environments using a therapeutic approach to nature play.
Objectives:

Participants will learn about the developmental changes that are taking place in children (for example, increased number of children falling, decreased strength, underdeveloped balance systems, etc.).
Participants will learn the underlying reasons why more and more children are presenting with sensory, motor, and social issues as well as a decline in creativity and imaginative play abilities.
Participants will learn ways to foster healthy sensory and motor development, creativity, and independence with outdoor play in all environmental settings

Hosted by North Coast District
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