About Karin
I am a licensed occupational therapist, having received my OT license in 2000. With 26 years of experience in the field, I have provided care in various settings, including Bay Area Early Intervention, UCSF Children’s Hospital, NHS Home-Based Services in London, and Private Practice.
My expertise lies in pediatric OT, where I have enjoyed working with babies, young children, and their families over the years. I have always been passionate about helping children become independent in their physical and emotional world, and my personal experiences as a parent have taught me how to advocate for other children's needs.
I specialize in regulation, sensory integration, praxis skills, and feeding therapy. I am licensed and registered to treat clients in California, and I hold a certification in the Advanced Practice of Swallowing Assessment, Evaluation, and Intervention. In addition, I am certified in Ayers Sensory Integration (ASI®) by CLASI, with advanced training in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the comprehensive measures of sensory integration, including the EASI and SPM.
I received my bachelor’s degree in OT from USC in 1999 and went on to complete my master’s degree in OT from Tufts University in 2001. When it comes to collaborating with families, I always strive to find the right challenge for children based on their unique needs and abilities, thereby helping them achieve optimal independence.
I’m thrilled to announce that I am a student with UC San Diego Extended Studies Lactation Education Program to become a Certified Lactation Counselor. This opportunity allows me to deepen my knowledge in lactation, infant feeding, and family support — areas that are already central to my work as an occupational therapist and feeding specialist. I look forward to bringing this expanded expertise to both my current and future feeding clients, helping families feel supported, informed, and empowered during one of the most meaningful parts of early development.
Apart from my professional life, I enjoy spending time with my family, which includes my husband, two boys, and our furry friend, Hermione.