Megan Atkinson, OTD, OTR/L, CDP
Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Nationally Registered & State Licensed Occupational Therapist
Certified Dementia Practitioner
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An occupational therapist by training and holistic health practitioner by nature, Megan is a lifelong learner committed to service. Megan is a collaborative and personable professional who integrates person-first practices into her work, many that are often overlooked in Big Healthcare, such as: coordinated care, health literacy, and the whole-person approach to health.
By studying with renowned academic and professional leaders, Megan has constructed a base of knowledge and experience to match her gifts of insight and intuition. Megan brings warmth and openness to rehabilitation science, with the empathy and respect you deserve. Read what past clients have to say about working with Megan, here.
Education
Thomas Jefferson University, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, 2024
Advanced Practice Certificate: Teaching in the Digital Age
University of Southern California: Master of Arts, Occupational Therapy & Occupational Science, 2014
New York University: Bachelor of Arts, psychology, 2008
Certificates & Specialized Training
Skills2Care Certification for Occupational Therapists: An evidence-based program for care partners of people living with dementia, June 2025 - June 2026
Multicontext Treatment Approach: A Metacognitive Strategy Intervention to Optimize Performance of Daily Activities
Fundamentals Courses 1 & 2 (live, virtual), 2024
Two-day Workshop (live, in-person), conducted by Dr. Toglia, 2024
Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) Certified Independent Consultant for Dementia Care, training conducted by Teepa Snow, June 2018 - June 2019