Education

• Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University
• M.S., Columbia University
• B.S. Barnard College of Columbia University

Research & Academic Interests

• Sleep & sensory processing
• Refugee transition
• Community building in disabled populations

Publications

• Spira, G. (2021) A sensory intervention to improve sleep behaviours and sensory processing behaviors of children with sensory processing disorders. Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy. 49(1), 11-20. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJOT-09-2020-0014
• Arndt, E., Fleischer, A., & Spira, G. (2023, Nov/Dec). Improving clinical communication through action research. Home Healthcare Now. 41(6). 309-315. https://doi.10.1097/NHH.0000000000001202

Associations, Affiliations & Work History

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
• Kentucky Occupational Therapy Association (KOTA)
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Florida Occupational Therapy Association (FOTA)

• Board of Directors, Marafiki Center
• Board of Directors, Kentucky Jewish Council

Awards & Accolades

• AOTA Conference Emerging Scholar Award, 2019