Occupational Therapy Faculty

Kari C. Inda, Ph.D., OTR/L, CEAS

Professor and Chairperson, Occupational Therapy Department

indak@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3238

Education:

• Ph.D. Occupational Therapy - Nova Southeastern University
• M.S. (Post-Professional) Occupational Therapy - Mount Mary College
• B.S. Occupational Therapy - Mount Mary College
• A.A.S. Occupational Therapy - Milwaukee Area Technical College

Presentations (recent):

• Inda, K. C. and Stapelman, K. (2024). Doctoral Capstone: Raising the Visibility of OT Through Population Services. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Orlando, FL. Poster presentation.
• Inda, K. C. (2024). Clinical Reasoning and Assessment: Building Academic and Certification Exam Success. 1.5 hour webinar, February 2024.
• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 6 hour institute. 
• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 3 hour workshop. 
• Inda, K. C. Constructing exam items to enhance academic and certification exam performance. 2 hour seminar, April 2022.
• Carey, P., Fleming-Castaldy, R. P., Inda, K. C., and Provident, I. Effective Preparation for the NBCOT®'s OTR® & COTA® Exams. 90 minute panel presentation webinar, May 2020.
• Inda, K. C. The Art and Science of Item Writing. Two day workshop. Tampa, FL, March 2020.

Publications (recent):

• Fleming-Castaldy, R. P. (2024). National OT certification exam review & study guide. (10th ed.). Chicago, IL: TherapyEd. Contributor to multiple chapters of book.
• Fleming-Castaldy, R. P. (2024). National OTA certification exam review & study guide. (5th ed.). Chicago, IL: TherapyEd. Contributor to multiple chapters of book.
• Fleming-Castaldy, R. P. & Inda, K. C. (2024). Section II: Principles of successful test-taking and exam preparation. In R.P. Fleming-Castaldy Occupational therapy course manual (Edition 7.0). Chicago, IL: TherapyEd.
• Siegelman, R. & Inda, K. C. (2024). Introduction. In O'Sullivan, Siegelman, Schaffer, & Sutlive, National physical therapy examination review & study guide (27th ed.). Chicago, IL: TherapyEd, Ltd. 

Awards & Honors:

• Teaching Excellence Award, Mount Mary University, 2018-2019
• Heritage Award, Mount Mary University, February 2014
• Milwaukee Area Technical College, Local 212 Alumni Excellence Award, April 2012
• Nova Southeastern University, Golden Apple Award, 2007
• Teaching Excellence Award, Mount Mary College, 2004-2005

Professional Memberships:

• American Occupational Therapy Association
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association
• World Federation of Occupational Therapists

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist (CEAS)

Meghan Anderson, PP-OTD, OTR/L

Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Assistant Professor
andersom@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3659

Education:

• M.S. Occupational Therapy – UW-Milwaukee
• Post Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) – Mount Mary University

Presentations:

• “Leadership in Fieldwork Education through Emotional Intelligence” Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association webinar, May 2022
• “JFK Coma Recovery Scale – Revised”, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin – Annual Conference, May 2011 

Professional Memberships:

• American Occupational Therapy Association
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

“One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again; fear must be overcome again and again.”
― Abraham Maslow 

Cindy August, Ph.D., OT/L

Assistant Professor
augustc@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3589

I have been an occupational therapist since 1987 and have enjoyed many areas of occupational therapy practice. My scholarly focus has been primarily on school-based practice and the promotion of inclusive education. As such, I embrace the social model of disability and believe that a paradigm shift from traditional deficit and medical orientations of disability to a more nuanced understanding of disability as socially constructed and socially mediated will fundamentally change how our profession engages with the disability community. I also have had academic and practical focus on racial equity in educational settings and society at large. My background and experiences with anti-racism and racial equity work drives how I see myself in society and in the profession of occupational therapy and furthers my unwavering commitment to promoting equity, inclusion, and acceptance for the broad diversity of humanity.

Education:

• Ph.D., Social Foundations of Education - University of Wisconsin -Milwaukee
• M.S., Administrative Leadership - University of Wisconsin -Milwaukee
• B.S., Occupational Therapy - East Carolina University

Presentations:

• Inclusive education strategies and the role of OT in supporting and promoting inclusive education.
• Racial equity training and workshops.
• Conference presentations addressing racism as a public health crisis.
• Ongoing presenter and instructor for Haitian occupational and physical therapy students attending Faculté Des Sciences Se Réhabilitation De Léogane (FSRL).
• School-based mental health services through tiered interventions and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

Publications:

• Hunley, J. H., Beisbier, S., & Clough, C. (2023). The Effect of Alternative Seating on School Function and Task Behavior in a Second-Grade Classroom. The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 11(2), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.2040
• In process publication: Revisions to several chapters of Therapy Ed’s National OT Exam Review & Study Guide
• Clough, C. (2021). Discussion-based instructional methods in W. Henderson (Ed.), Effective Teaching: Instructional Methods for Occupational Therapy Education. Slack Inc.

Awards & Honors:

• 2015 Service-learning instructor of the year.
• 2014 Academic staff professional development award
• 2012 WOTA certificate of appreciation

Professional Memberships:

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association (WOTA)

"You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” 
―Winnie the Pooh

Stephanie Beisbier, PP-OTD, OTR/L

Associate Professor

beisbies@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3118

Education:

• OTD (Post-Professional) Occupational Therapy - Thomas Jefferson University School of Health Professions
• Advanced Practice Certificate in Teaching in the Digital Age - Thomas Jefferson University
• M.S. Occupational Therapy - Mount Mary College
• B.S. Occupational Therapy - Mount Mary College

Presentations (recent):

• 2023 Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 6 hour institute. 
• 2023 Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 3 hour workshop.
• 2022 Collaborative Fieldwork Model Preparation: Presented at: Mount Mary University
• 2021 Using the Practice Guidelines and Choosing Wisely Recommendations for Your Everyday Practice with Children and Youth. Presentation 2021 Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Conference. Virtual format             
• Recorded a podcast for AOTA as a featured guest for their series on evidence-based practice
• Healthcare Professional Panelist for Iowa State University’s Pre-Health Conference

Publications (recent):

• Hunley, J. H., Beisbier, S., & Clough, C. (2023). The Effect of Alternative Seating on School Function and Task Behavior in a Second-Grade Classroom. The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 11(2), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.2040
• Beisbier, S., & Cahill, S. (2021). Occupational Therapy Interventions for Children and Youth Ages 5 to 21 Years. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 75(4), 7504390010p1-7504390010p6.

• Cahill, S. M., & Beisbier, S. (2020). Occupational therapy practice guidelines for children and youth ages 5–21 years. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 74(4), 7404397010p1-7404397010p48. 

Professional Memberships:

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association (WOTA)

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Katelyn Brady, PP-OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor
bradyk@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3539

Education:

• OTD (Post-Professional) Occupational Therapy – Creighton University
• B.A. Psychology – University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Presentations:

• de Sam Lazaro, Coss, D., and Brady, K. High Fidelity Level I Fieldwork as Preparation for Level II Fieldwork. AOTA Education Summit. Denver CO, November 10, 2023
• Brady, K., Farrel, A and Toon, K. Emotional Intelligence, Self-Perception, and Fieldwork Success: Pandemic Trends and the Changing FW Landscape. American Occupational Therapy Association. Kansas City, MO, April 22, 2023
• Farrel, A, Arnold, K, and Brady, K. Promoting Students and Practitioners to lead and influence: A pilot leadership development program. American Occupational Therapy Association. Kansas City, MO, April 22, 2023
• Brady, K., Farrel, A and Toon, K. Student Emotional Intelligence & Fieldwork Success: Current Evidence, Student Trends, & Practical Implications. Poster Presentation. American Occupational Therapy Association Conference, San Antonio, TX, April 2022 
• Brady, K., Farrel, A and Toon, K. Student Emotional Intelligence & Fieldwork Success: Current Evidence, Student Trends, & Practical Implications. Poster Presentation. Nexus Summit, October 2021. [Virtual]
• Doll, J. and Brady, K. Sensory Integration for Suicide Prevention in a Native American Community. American Occupational Therapy Association Conference, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. April 2011.
• Farrel, A, Arnold, K, and Brady, K. Go All In: Grow. Exceed. Lead! Minnesota Occupational Therapy Association, September 14, 2022. [Virtual] 
• Brady, K., Oldenburg, H., Persons, K. and Green, G. Program Overview and Optimizing your Role as an Educator. Minnesota Occupational Therapy Association, April 26, 2022. [Virtual]
• Farrel, A, Arnold, K, and Brady, K. Go All In: Grow. Exceed. Lead! St Catherine University OTA Program Webinar Series, February 10 &17, 2022. [Virtual] 
• Brady, K. Starting your Job and Surviving the first 6 Months. Minnesota Occupational Therapy Association. March 15, 2021. [Virtual] 
• Brady, K. and Taylor, R. Executive Function Performance Test (EFPT): Clinical Application Workshop. Fairview Continuing Education. Edina, Minnesota, May 2019. 
• Brady, K. and Taylor, R. Exploring the Executive Function Performance Test. Fairview Continuing Education. Edina, Minnesota. May 2018. 
• Brady, K. Exploring the Executive Function Performance Test; An alternative cognitive assessment. Minnesota Occupational Therapy Association Conference. St. Paul, Minnesota. November 2017. 
• Kimble, S. and Brady, K. Vision, Cognition and Apraxia; What the Physical Therapist Needs to Know. Minnesota Physical Therapy Conference. St. Paul, Minnesota. March, 2017. 
• Doll, J. and Brady, K. Sensory Integration for Suicide Prevention in a Native American Community. Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska. September 2010

• Brady, K., Coss, D., and de Sam Lazaro, S. (2024). A comparison of level II fieldwork outcomes: Preparation with simulation vs community and clinical level I fieldwork experiences. [in press]. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education. 
• Coss, D., de Sam Lazaro, S., and Brady, K. (2023). Level I Fieldwork: Could Simulation be the Answer? A Descriptive Study. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 7 (3).
• Doll, J. and Brady, K. (2013). Project hope: Implementing sensory experiences for suicide prevention in a Native American community. Occupational Therapy in Mental Health, 29: 149-158

• American Occupational Therapy Association 
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association - Vice President of Professional Development, 2024

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Rita Burlingame-Toppen, PP-OTD, OTR/L, CYT

Assistant Professor
burlingr@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3451

Education:

• OTD (Post-Professional) Occupational Therapy – Mount Mary University
• M.S. Occupational Therapy - Mount Mary University
• B.A. Psychology – UW-Madison

Expertise:

• Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT)
• Myofascial Release (MFR)
• Holistic health, complementary and alternative therapies

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Julie H. Hunley, Ph.D., OT/L, CLT   

Associate Professor

hunleyj@mtmary.edu, (414)930-3236

Education:

• Ph.D. Kinesiology-University of Wisconsin-Madison - Therapeutic Science, 2013.
• M.S. Occupational Therapy - Rush University, Chicago, Illinois, 1997.
• B.B.A.: Management Information Systems. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 1988.

Presentations:

• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 6 hour institute. 
• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 3 hour workshop. 
• Hunley, J., Stapelman, K. Empathy as an Essential Skill for Occupational Therapy Practice, Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, 10/2022
• Driga, A., Hunley, J., Dolgy, N. Canadian Occupational Therapy Conference, Stressing function: Conceptualizing, developing and piloting the Functional Stress Screen (FSS), 5/2022.
• Hoey, S., Hunley, J., Olson., J. American Occupational Therapy Association Education Summit. Experiential Learning in OT Education: Community-Volunteer Patients in the Classroom,10/2021.

Publications:

• Doubblestein, D., Campione, E., Hunley, J., Schaverien, M. (2023). Pre- and Post-Microsurgical Rehabilitation Interventions and Outcomes on Breast Cancer–Related Lymphedema: A Systematic Review. Current Oncology Reports. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-023-01439-9 
• Hunley, J., Beisbier, S., & Clough, C. (2023). The Effect of Alternative Seating on School Function and Task Behavior in a Second-Grade Classroom. The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 11(2), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.2040
• Driga, A., Dolgoy, N., & Hunley, J. (2022). Stress Matters: A Case Report in Occupational Therapy for Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment. The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 10(3), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.2029
• Meyer, K., & Hunley, J. (2022). Using Self-Assessment and Reflection to Develop Self-Efficacy in Occupational Therapy Assistant Fieldwork Students. Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 6 (4). https://doi.org/10.26681/jote.2022.060407

• American Occupational Therapy Association
• Lymphology Association of North America, Board of Director, Chairperson of Research and Publications

Jennifer L. Kinkade, PP-OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor

kinkadej@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3230

Education:

• Mount Mary University, Post-Professional Doctorate (OTD), Occupational Therapy
• Mount Mary University, Post-Professional Master of Science (M.S.), Occupational Therapy
• Boston University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Occupational Therapy

Professional Memberships:

• American Occupational Therapy Association
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Kelly Stapelman, PP-OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor, Doctoral Capstone Coordinator
stapelmk@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3662

Education:

• B.S. - Occupational Therapy, Mount Mary College
• M.S. - Post-Professional, Occupational Therapy, Mount Mary College
• OTD - Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate, Mount Mary University

Presentations:

• Inda, K. C. and Stapelman, K. (2024). Doctoral Capstone: Raising the Visibility of OT Through Population Services. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Orlando, FL. Poster presentation.
• Stapelman, K. (2024). Guided Immersion: The Key to Successful Doctoral Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Orlando, FL. Poster presentation.
• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 6 hour institute. 
• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K. C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 3 hour workshop. 

Professional Affiliations:

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association (WOTA)

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Mitchell Voss, PP-OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor, Post-Professional Master's Program Coordinator
vossm@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3190

Education:

• B.S. - Exercise Science, Carroll University
• M.S. - Occupational Therapy, Mount Mary University
• MBA - Concentration in Healthcare Management, Lakeland University
• OTD - Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate, Mount Mary University

Presentations:

• Voss, M. & Seidl, J. (2019). Measuring excellence in return-to-work programs: Building the value-driven foundation. Oral Presentation. AOTA Annual Conference. New Orleans, LA.
• Voss, M. & Seidl, J. (2017). The efficacy of work rehabilitation programs. Oral Presentation. WOTA Annual Conference. Appleton, WI.
• Voss, M. & Seidl, J. (2017). The efficacy of work rehabilitation programs. Oral Presentation. Aurora Work Specialty Conference. Summit, WI.
• Voss, M. & Seidl J. (2016). The efficacy of work specialty rehabilitation programs for the injured worker. Poster. Aurora Scientific Day. Milwaukee, WI.

Publications:

• Voss, M. & Maronek, J. (2020). Interprofessional practice in work rehabilitation programs. SIS Quarterly Practice Connections, 30-32.
• Voss, M., Homa, J., Singh, M., Seidl, J., Griffitt, W. (2019). Outcomes of an interdisciplinary work rehabilitation program. Work, 64 (3).

Professional Affiliations:

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association (WOTA)

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• National Academy of Sports Medicine - Corrective Exercise Specialist, Certified Personal Trainer
• American Occupational Therapy Association - Specialty Certification in Low Vision
• Certified Industrial Ergonomic Evaluator

Professor Emerita:

Jane Olson, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA

Professor
olsonj@mtmary.edu, (414) 930-3589

Education:

• Ph.D. - Curriculum and Instruction - Marquette University
• M.S. - Health Services Administration - Cardinal Stritch College
• B.S. - Occupational Therapy - Mount Mary College
• B.A. Psychology - University of Wisconsin-Madison

Presentations:

• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K.C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 6 hour institute. 
• Olson, J., Hunley, J., Stapelman, K., Inda, K.C., and Beisbier, S. (2023). Designing Doctoral Entry Accessible Scholarship and Feasible Capstone Experiences. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO. 3 hour workshop.
• Inda, K.C. and Olson, J. (April 7, 2016). Strategies to Enhance Certification Exam Performance in Occupational Therapy Candidates. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference and Expo. Chicago, IL. 2 hour poster session.  
• Olson, J. and Inda, K.C. (April 7, 2016). Closing the Gap between Practice, Education, and the Professional Doctorate. American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference and Expo. Chicago, IL. 2 hour poster session.  

Awards & Honors:

• 2016-2017 Teaching Excellence Award
• 2006: Fellow, American Occupational Therapy Association (FAOTA)

Professional Affiliations:

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

Certification:

• Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)