Andrea Christner

Andrea Christner is an Instructor at the College of Health Sciences, Chatham University. With over 27 years of experience, her career spans school-based practice, adult inpatient rehabilitation, and home health. She focuses on enhancing collaborative practice, client consultation, and promoting evidence-based approaches in occupational therapy.

• Education: OTD (2013, Chatham University), MS (2004, Belmont University), BS (1994, University of Pittsburgh)
• Professional Affiliations: Member of American Occupational Therapy Association and Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association
• Contact: AChristner@chatham.edu

Research Trends: Her work centers on integrating occupational therapy within educational systems through collaborative frameworks, emphasizing evidence-based methodologies and stakeholder engagement. The 2015 publication in the Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, and Early Intervention highlights her focus on interdisciplinary outcomes in school settings.