Teri McClure Gilley

Teri McClure Gilley is a Clinical Associate Professor and Doctoral Capstone Coordinator in the Occupational Therapy program at Emory & Henry College's School of Health Sciences. She has been an occupational therapist since 2000, with a career spanning mental health, pediatric therapy, and school-based interventions. Her academic roles include teaching courses such as OTD 751 (OT Process in Mental Health) and capstone preparation modules.

Education:

• Doctor of Health Sciences (Radford University-Carilion), specializing in Community Health and Education
• Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (Shenandoah University), with a focus on Research & Education

Research focuses on occupational therapy's role in mental health recovery, pediatric interventions, and addressing healthcare disparities in rural populations. Recent work emphasizes innovative solutions like virtual reality in pediatric therapy and opioid recovery strategies.

• Scientific Awards: Board Certification in Pediatrics (AOTA), Certified Trauma Professional, Certificate in Fieldwork Education
• Professional Experience: 12 years as an occupational therapist in school systems, prior work in mental health and acute care
• Advocates for curriculum design serving rural communities in Southwest Virginia