OTD Faculty & Staff

B.A., Lynchburg College; M.B.A., James Madison University

B.S.M.E., Ph.D., Washington University

Bio:

Dr. Foreman’s research focuses on the application of engineering principles and modern technology towards assessment and intervention for persons with neuromotor conditions. He earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis and subsequently earned a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation and Participation Science from the Washington University School of Medicine. During his graduate work, he gained experience working with video motion capture, force transducers, electromyography, and dynamometers for measuring the kinematics and kinetics of human motion. His dissertation involved the development and testing of a custom software system combining the Microsoft Kinect, online video games, and virtual feedback mechanisms to provide intense and motivating upper extremity therapy for persons with chronic stroke. His current research continues this line of work toward developing and establishing evidence for more affordable, accessible, and customizable rehabilitation solutions for those with motor impairments that affect their participation in daily life.

B.S., California State University at Fresno; M.S., Grand Canyon University; D.H.A., Virginia University at Lynchburg

Bio:

Dr. Gibson, DHA, COTA/L joined the faculty in 2022 as the OTA Program Director in the Bachelor of Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. She is nationally certified (NBCOT) and licensed to practice occupational therapy in both North Carolina and California. Dr. Gibson has a background in working with clients 18 years and older and has worked in a variety of settings including acute rehab, home health, skilled nursing, community reintegration, and acute inpatient.

Dr. Gibson’s undergraduate degree (2006) from Cal State Fresno is in Interdisciplinary Health & Rehab Sciences (Pre-OT). She received an Associate of Science as an Occupational Therapy Assistant from Sacramento City College in 2010. Her master’s degree from Grand Canyon University (2017) was in Psychology with a focus on Geropsychology. Her Doctor of Health Administration degree was conferred in August 2022.

Research Interests:

Improving ADL’s and IADLs in the amputee population specifically amputees missing two or more limbs. Creating and developing devices to assist this population in all ADL’s and IADL’s.

Personal Interests:

Sporting events, cooking, board games, adult coloring books, hanging out with family and friends, lake life.

B.A., O.T.D., Washington University in St. Louis

Certification:

OTR/L, CLA, FAOTA

Bio:

Dr. Gronski joined the faculty in 2016 as the founding Program Director of the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program. In addition to her academic position, she conducts early childhood eligibility evaluations for Cumberland County Schools.  She is nationally certified (NBCOT) and licensed to practice occupational therapy in NC. She holds the academic leadership credential (CLA) from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Academic Leadership Institute.

Dr. Gronski has served the profession as a member of AOTA’s Commission on Practice, Emerging Leaders Development Committee, and the Knowledge Translation Content Development Board.  She is currently serving as President (2019-20201) of the North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association (NCOTA). Dr. Gronski’s most recent peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters address occupational therapy interventions for young children to support self-care skills and sleep.

Dr. Gronski has served on the Executive Board of the Partnership for Children of Cumberland County since 2017 and is an active member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, serving as a lector and a faith formation catechist. In 2019, she was honored as one of the Fayetteville Observer’s “40 Under 40”.

Research Interests:

Early childhood, movement and learning, pediatric food allergy impact and self-management, early powered mobility (“GoBabyGo” program), teaching and learning outcomes in doctoral occupational therapy education, interprofessional education and faculty development

Personal Interests:

Cooking, raising boys, road trips, eliminating clutter, small towns and local eateries

B.S., Regent College; B.S., Austin Peay State University; OTD, Belmont University

Bio:

Amy Haynes, OTD, OTR/L, is an assistant professor of Occupational Therapy at Methodist University. She teaches Anatomy: Structure and Function, Functional Neuroscience, Human Movement and Performance, Program Development, Professional Writing, and is a Level I Research Mentor. Dr. Haynes’ areas of expertise include delivering comprehensive clinical occupational therapy services as part of interdisciplinary teams, development of community-level programs, research, and course development. She is the Faculty Advisor for the Beta Nu Chapter of the Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society. Dr. Haynes is an US Army Veteran and serves as a Senior Advisor for military family programs. She received her OTD degree from Belmont University, B.S. degree in Health and Wellness Promotion from Austin Peay State University, and B.S. in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Russian Studies from Regent's College.

A.S., University of Texas at El Paso; M.S.O.T., O.T.D., Virginia Commonwealth University

B.S., M.S., Alvernia University

B.S., Montclair State University; OTD, Mary Baldwin University

Bio:

Charlotte Evans Navarro, OTD, OTR/L, is an assistant professor in the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program at Methodist University. She primarily teaches OT Professional Skills and Techniques, OT Interventions to Support Occupational Performance: Adult Rehab, and Professional Competency. She is also the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) faculty advisor. Dr. Evans's area of expertise is in acute care, specifically critical care. She has successfully implemented ICU early mobility programs and ICU delirium protocols, including securing grant funding. Dr. Evans recently earned her specialty credential as a Certified Brain Injury Specialist. Charlotte received her BA in Psychology from Montclair State University and her OTD from Mary Baldwin University.

B.M., M.S.Ed., University of Dayton; O.T.D., Chatham University; Certificate of O.T., Ohio State University

Certifications:

OTR/L; Certified to give the Sensory Integration Praxis Test; Certificate of completion through AOTA’s Fieldwork Educator Certificate Program

Bio:

Dr. Spence has practiced in a variety of settings, acute, rehabilitation, and pain units, and has 20 years’ experience as a school-based clinician.  Her professional history includes a Bachelor’s of Music with a concentration in Music Therapy from the University of Dayton, collaboration with the Every Moment Counts project, adjunct professor at Sinclair Community College, and a clinical tutor at Xavier University.  Research and clinical interests include sensory processing disorders, early intervention and collaborative approaches, and transition programming for adolescents and young adults.  She is licensed to practice in Ohio and North Carolina, and has served as Pediatric Chair for Ohio’s Occupational Therapy Association- West Central Ohio District, and is a Transition Member on the AOTA Pediatric Workgroup.