OTD Capstone Projects

Abstract

This doctoral capstone project was completed in partnership with Global Behavior Education Alliance (GBE Alliance) to bring together occupational therapy and applied behavior analysis to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This project was designed with the GBE Alliance mission at the forefront, providing research-based, comprehensive care to meet individual needs. The goal of this project was to educate staff and families on sensory systems, regulation, and supporting children through play. Key outcomes included a motor station with guided activities to target each aspect of the sensory system, break time spaces with tools to increase regulation, sensory room designed to meet individual needs, educational resources for both staff and families, and activities for their school readiness program.

Publication Date

Spring 4-10-2026

Faculty Mentor

Dr. Caroline Hillyard

Department

Occupational Therapy, School of

College

Health Sciences & Nursing, Gordon E. Inman College of

Document Type

Poster

Degree

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Degree Level

Doctoral

Degree Grantor

Belmont University

Keywords

Autism Spectrum Disorder; Sensory Systems; Sensory Processing; Educational Resources; Regulation; Play; Applied Behavior Analysis; Caregiver Education; Occupational Therapy

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