Stephanie Williams

Stephanie Williams is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Emory & Henry University's School of Health Sciences. With over 25 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, she has worked in rural hospitals, outpatient settings, schools, and skilled nursing facilities. Her clinical expertise includes acute care, complex upper extremity injuries, and hand therapy (Certified Hand Therapist since 2004). She has held leadership roles as Director of Occupational and Speech Therapy and Director of Rehab Services at a local hospital.

• Education:
• OTD in Occupational Therapy with a Concentration in Hand Therapy, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (Provo, UT)
• B.S. in Occupational Therapy, Eastern Kentucky University (Richmond, KY)
• A.S. in Science, St. Petersburg Junior College (FL)

Her research and clinical interests emphasize patient-centered care, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based practice. She prioritizes maintaining active clinical practice to inform her teaching and mentorship of future occupational therapists.

Dr. Williams is dedicated to fostering students' development into compassionate, occupation-focused practitioners. She actively contributes to Emory & Henry’s Health Sciences Campus, integrating her clinical experience with academic rigor.