Morgan von Seelen
Fenton
Summary
Experienced pediatric occupational therapist specializing in strengths-based care and neuro-affirming strategies. Skilled in collaborating with caregivers and other healthcare professionals to complete comprehensive evaluations and intervention plans to ensure optimal outcomes for children and their families. Personal interest in caregiver coaching models and empowering caregivers to be therapeutic with their children.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Missouri First Steps
Fenton
05.2019 - Current
- Independent contractor for Missouri's early intervention program, servicing children birth to three in Franklin, Crawford, Jefferson, and St. Louis County.
- Administration of formal and informal evaluations and assessments to complete the eligibility process for intervention planning.
- Collaboration with caregivers, healthcare providers, and service coordinators to create therapy outcomes and priorities.
- Provision of diverse therapy services using roles such as primary provider or supporting provider roles.
- Education for community members about early intervention services available through the First Steps program.
- Supervision of two COTAs.
Occupational Therapist
Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD)
Fenton
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Independent contractor for four MSSD schools in various counties, including Phelps, Dent, Washington, and St. Francois, servicing children ages five to 21.
- Collaborated with teachers, staff, and caregivers to determine diverse and individualized therapy practices and solutions.
- Skilled therapy interventions with a wide variety of students to support IEP goals.
- Education for teachers and staff regarding therapeutic activities, assistive technology, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to promote student success.
Occupational Therapist
Hillsboro School District
Hillsboro
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Occupational therapist for Hillsboro School District, children grades K-12.
- Evaluation, interventions, IEP planning, and education of staff and faculty regarding the role of OT in the schools.
- Supervision of one COTA.
Occupational Therapist
Boone Hospital
Columbia
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Occupational therapist providing services at an acute care hospital, outpatient therapy clinic, and an inpatient acute rehab.
- Worked with ages across the lifespan, including pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.
- Supervision of multiple COTAs.
Education
Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO12-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-2013
Skills
- Caregiver education and coaching
- Play-based therapy with a focus on neuroaffirming strategies
- Feeding and children with feeding disorders
- Neuromuscular reeducation and fine motor skill development
- Sensory integration
- Documentation, evaluations, and intervention planning
- Community integration and participation
- Adaptive equipment and assistive technology
- Seating and mobility
- Collaboration and supervision of COTAs
Certification
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certified
Affiliations
Missouri Occupational Therapy Association (MOTA) member
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD)
08.2019 - 07.2022
Occupational Therapist
Missouri First Steps
05.2019 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Hillsboro School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
Occupational Therapist
Boone Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri