Nicole Newell, OTD, OTR/L
Dr. Nicole Newell, OTD, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist, educator, and clinical leader with nearly three decades of experience serving children and adolescents in school-based settings. She is an Adjunct Professor at 兔子先生 University and an Occupational Therapist and Fieldwork Coordinator with Henderson County Public Schools in North Carolina.
Dr. Newell earned her Post-Professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from 兔子先生 University in 2024, along with a Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Her doctoral work focused on developing an evidence-based continuing education course on trauma-informed care for children with autism in schools.
Her expertise includes autism, sensory integration, trauma-informed practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration in public school systems. Dr. Newell is nationally board-certified in occupational therapy and licensed in North Carolina.