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Mark Hardison, PhD, OTR/L, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the Graduate College of Health Sciences, Hawai'i Pacific University. His work bridges clinical practice and research, emphasizing integrative wellness approaches within occupational therapy.
His primary research interests include:
- Mindfulness meditation in therapeutic settings
- Community-based interventions for disordered eating
- Mental health and occupational engagement
- Mixed-methods evaluation of wellness programs
Dr. Hardison employs a mixed-methods research approach to assess both quantitative well-being outcomes and qualitative participant experiences. His current project, funded by the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF), focuses on developing restorative interventions for individuals with eating disorders. He has published in national and international occupational therapy journals and contributed a book chapter to the upcoming 3rd edition of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health by Brown, Stoffel, and Munoz. He has also presented at regional, national, and international conferences, demonstrating broad scholarly engagement.
Dr. Hardison’s scholarly work reflects a consistent focus on mental health, occupational engagement, and holistic healing. His publications and ongoing research demonstrate a trajectory centered on validating complementary wellness practices within evidence-based occupational therapy frameworks.
He has received research funding from the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF), supporting the development and implementation of community-based restorative interventions. While specific advisees are not listed, his role as an assistant professor and active research agenda suggests involvement in mentoring graduate students in research and clinical practice.
Dr. Hardison is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he integrates personal passions such as playing jazz piano, table-top gaming, and spending time with his dogs into a balanced professional and personal life.
