Amy Coopersmith, MOT, OTR/L, MA, Ed

Amy Coopersmith, MOT, OTR/L, MA, Ed worked as an OT Supervisor, clinician and evaluator for the NYC Department of Education for 17 years. She is also a prolific lyricist, writing songs about Children’s Self-Determination and Mental Health. She is passionate about promoting children’s self-determination and has provided workshops at national conferences and online learning communities. Previously, Amy taught Pediatric Assessment and Treatment at Mercy College and worked for ten years as a teacher in New York City. Amy is the creator of Captain Me Songs, Videos, Lesson Plans and Social Stories to promote self-determination.

  • Self-determination for Children and Youth with Disabilities
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  • Professional Development workshop provider of topics including Self-Determination, Online Learning Communities and Social and Emotional Learning given at AOTA conferences and NYC Department of Education (2005-present).

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