Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD

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Garland, Texas, United States

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Timeline
About me
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Education
- The University of Texas Medical Branch
  2020 - 2023
  Doctor of Occupational Therapy- OTD Occupational Therapy/Therapist 3.8
  Activities and Societies: Student Occupational Therapy Association Professional Development Chair, Students Working Against Traffficking Community Service Coordinator, Co-Chair for the Student Ambassador Society, UTMB Professionalism Committee, Society for Neuroscience, Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity, Allies in Health
- Texas Woman's University
  2017 - 2019
  Bachelor of Science - BS PSYCHOLOGY 3.77
Experience
- Childtime Learning Centers
  Jun 2017 - Sept 2019
  Teaching Assistant
  Designed and implemented classroom curriculums for children ages 0-12.
- Texas Woman's University
  Aug 2017 - Aug 2019
  Provided excellent customer service to conferences and camps staying in the halls by ensuring cleanliness of rooms, handling emergency situations, and answering questions. Supervised and mentored 30 freshmen first-generation and undecided college students.Cultivated relationships with residents to create a positive first-year experience, help them in courses, find resources for their needs, and provide a listening ear for those in emotional crisis.Developed and organized programs using the opinions of the residents, as well as the TWU residential curriculum. Provided excellent customer service to students, staff, and faculty.Created, confirmed, and denied reservations in the TWU Student Union through the Event Management System (EMS).
  - Housing and Dining Conference Assistant
    May 2019 - Aug 2019
  - TWU Housing and Dining Resident Assistant
    Aug 2018 - May 2019
  - Student Union Student Assistant
    Aug 2017 - Dec 2018
- Foundation For CHOICE
  Aug 2019 - Sept 2020
  Program Coordinator
  Provided college and career mentoring and support services to at-risk youth ages 14-18.Recruited, screened, interviewed, and supervised 60 adult volunteers.Organized and led community programs and fundraising events.
- Ball High School
  Aug 2021 - Aug 2022
  Academic Tutor
  Provided college and career mentoring services to middle and high school students.Tutored middle and high school students in algebra, biology, history, composition, and reading comprehension.Prepared high school students for STAAR testing.
- BCM INNOVATIVE THERAPIES
  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022
  Level II Fieldwork Occupational Therapy Student
  Setting: Outpatient Pediatrics, Population: Children ages 2-21Evaluated and treated developmental delays related to retained primitive reflexes and diagnoses such as IDD, Autism, ADHD, SPD, Down Syndrome, CP, Dyspraxia, Anxiety, and Depression.Utilized trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based, and client-centered principles with clients and families during treatment sessions.Provided education and training to families regarding their child’s strengths, delays, plan of care, and home exercise programs. Show less
- Methodist Hospital
  Jan 2023 - Mar 2023
  Level II Fieldwork Occupational Therapy Student
  Setting: Acute Care, Population: Adults 18+ Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions including neurological, cardiac, respiratory, and post-surgical conditions.Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs.Provided education and training to patients and family members regarding diagnoses and treatments.Collaborated with other healthcare providers regarding patient plans of care and discharge recommendations.
- Elijah Rising
  Apr 2023 - Jul 2023
  Doctoral Capstone Experience
  Setting: Non-Profit Organization, Population: Survivors of Human TraffickingDeveloped and implemented an 8-week sensory modulation program to enhance emotional regulation skills in survivors of human trafficking.Designed and delivered staff training on sensory modulation and strategies for emotional regulation.Composed sensory spaces in the restoration home to increase environmental supports for emotional regulation.
- Aveanna Healthcare
  Sept 2023 - now
  Pediatric Occupational Therapist
- THERAPY 2000
  Jan 2025 - now
  Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Licenses & Certifications
- CarFit Technician
  CarFit
  Jun 2022
- Licensed Occupational Therapist
  Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
  Aug 2023
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certified Rater
  Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
  Jun 2022
- OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REGISTERED OTR®
  National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
  Aug 2023
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- LSVT BIG
  LSVT Global, Inc.
  Jul 2023
- QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
  QPR Institute
  Dec 2020
- Identifying and Responding to Victims of Human Trafficking in a Clinical Setting
  Unbound Now
  Feb 2022
- Basic Life Support CPR AED
  American Heart Association
  Jul 2022
- Adult Mental Health First Aid USA
  National Council for Mental Wellbeing
  Oct 2021
- Polaris's Human Trafficking 101 Training
  Polaris (formerly Polaris Project)
  Jun 2022
Volunteer Experience
- Occupational Therapy Student
  Issued by Saint Vincent's HOPE Clinic on May 2021
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD
- Occupational Therapy Student
  Issued by MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER on Jan 2022
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD
- Camp Possibilities Coach
  Issued by Christina Sullivan Foundation on Jun 2021
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD
- Occupational Therapy Student
  Issued by Galveston Island Beach Patrol on Apr 2021
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD
- College and Career Mentor
  Issued by Ball High School on Jan 2021
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD
- Swimming Mentor
  Issued by Dr. Carol Huettig’s Aquatic Program for Children With Disabilities on Jan 2019
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD
- Volunteer
  Issued by Denton County Friends of the Family on Oct 2017
  Associated with Laryn Kropik, OTR, OTD