Jessica Nakos

Dr. Jessica Nakos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the School of Occupational Therapy, University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), San Antonio, Texas. She holds a PhD in Occupational Therapy from Nova Southeastern University and a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) from Texas Woman’s University, with a bachelor's degree in Psychology.

Her clinical expertise spans working with older adults in skilled nursing facilities, adult psychiatric units at a VA hospital, and inpatient rehabilitation settings, particularly within spinal cord injury teams. She is actively engaged in community-based advocacy and local government participation.

Dr. Nakos is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Texas Occupational Therapy Association (TOTA), World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), and SSO:USA. Her scholarly interests include gerontology, mental health, rehabilitation, and community-based occupational therapy practice.

While no specific publications or research projects are detailed in the available text, her background suggests a strong focus on clinical and community applications of occupational therapy. She has not been mentioned to have received any scientific awards or to lead any formal research labs or teams.

Dr. Nakos advises and mentors within her academic role, though specific students are not listed. There is no mention of grant funding or formal research teams. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys nature-based occupations, reading, travel, time with family, and laughter.