- - Dr. Julia Arau

Dr. Julia Arau, OTD, OTR/L

Assistant Professor, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Julia Arau OTD, OTR/L, serves as the academic fieldwork coordinator of the candidate Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. Dr. Arau graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Roberts Wesleyan College, received a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Le Moyne College, and completed a Post-professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy at Bay Path University with a specialty track in higher education. During her clinical practice, Dr. Arau focused on pediatrics offering treatment addressing feeding, sensory, and motor concerns. In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, and baking.

Education

B.S. Psychology - Roberts Wesleyan College
MSOT - Le Moyne College
OTD - Bay Path University

Professional Memberships

New York State Occupational Therapy Association
American Occupational Therapy Association

Licensure/Certification

New York Occupational Therapy License number 024840
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy: 404113
Massachusetts Occupational Therapy License: 12800
Connecticut Occupational Therapy License: 5377
Sequential Oral Sensory Approach to Feeding Trained
The Listening Program Certified Provider

Presentations

Arau, J (April 2022). Maximizing experiences on level II fieldwork to prepare for the transition to practice. New York State Occupational Therapy Association Student Conclave 2022.
Arau, J (April 2021). Practical tips for the transition to practice. American Occupational Therapy Association National Conference, AOTA INSPIRE 2021.
Berkowicz, J. (April, 2020). A Continuing Education Course to Prepare Occupational Therapy Students for the Transition from Occupational Therapy Student to Practitioner. Occupational Therapy Doctorate Capstone Lecture Series. Bay Path University. Longmeadow: Massachusetts.
Berkowicz, J. (November, 2019). Preparing Occupational Therapy Students for the Transition from Occupational Therapy Student to Practitioner. Guest lecturer for Worcester State University Master of Occupational Therapy Program.
Berkowicz, J. (October, 2019). Preparing Occupational Therapy Students for the Transition from Occupational Therapy Student to Practitioner. Guest lecturer for Lemoyne College Lunch and Learn.
Berkowicz, J. (October, 2019). Medication Management: Who is on Your Team. Hartford Hospital. Hartford: Connecticut.

Institutional, Community, and Professional Service

Clinical faculty for Quinsigamond Community College Therapy student for Level I Fieldwork placement at Integrated Children’s Therapies Inc.
Clinical faculty for Quinsigamond Community College Therapy student for Level II Fieldwork placement at Integrated Children’s Therapies Inc.