Amanda Sarafian

Amanda Sarafian, Ed.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Kean University’s College of Health Professions and Human Services. She teaches graduate-level courses including Seminar in Pediatric Practice, Research II, and Foundations of OT. Her work focuses on instrument validation, community-based participatory research, and occupational therapy interventions for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders and their caregivers.

Education:

• Ed.D., Teachers College-Columbia University, Movement Sciences & Education (2020)
• M.S., Columbia University, Occupational Therapy (1994)
• B.A., University of Delaware, Psychology (1992)

Research Interests:

• Development and validation of clinical assessment tools
• Occupational therapy interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders
• Community-based participatory research methodologies
• Innovations in teaching and learning practices