Valerie E. Beckert Strange
Clinical Professor of Occupational Therapy
Valerie E. Beckert Strange
Clinical Professor of Occupational Therapy
Dr. Valerie Strange is a registered occupational therapist with over 36 years of experience in health care and ten years as an educator. The past 24 years of clinical practice has been focused on early intervention, school based, and community-based settings for children and youth. Her specific area of training and expertise lie within holistic and strength-based approaches to occupational development of children and youth, and with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, along with their transition needs from early intervention through adulthood. Her primary areas of teaching include clinical courses related to pediatrice development, evaluation and intervention, as well as interprofessional courses, capstone experiences, community based fieldwork courses.
Dr. Strange holds the position of Clinical Professor of occupational therapy, with recent appointment to the Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education as Assistant Director at Quinnipiac University. She serves on the Advisory Board for Best Buddies CT, and on the advisory committee for ASRC @ Clifford Beers. She is a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academy of Practice Occupational Therapy Academy.
Dr. Strange holds the position of Clinical Professor of occupational therapy, with recent appointment to the Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education as Assistant Director at Quinnipiac University. She serves on the Advisory Board for Best Buddies CT, and on the advisory committee for ASRC @ Clifford Beers. She is a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academy of Practice Occupational Therapy Academy.
Education
- BS, Quinnipiac University
- MSOT, Quinnipiac University
- OTD, Quinnipiac University
- OTD, Quinnipiac University
Organization
- Occupational Therapy
Office Location
- Medicine, Nursing, Health Sci
Mail Drop
- NH-HSC
Courses
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HSC 205 Age-Related Community Engagement Youth (HSC 505)
Fall 2024 -
OT 325 Principles of Human Development and Occupation
Fall 2024 -
OT 451 Occupational Therapy Process in Children and Youth
Spring 2025 -
OT 501F Immersive Fieldwork Experience in Psychosocial and Mental Health Practice (Fieldwork IIa)
Summer 2 2024 -
OTD 505 Development of Human Occupations Seminar
Summer 2 2024 -
OTD 522 Occupational Therapy for Children and Youth I
Spring 2025 -
OTD 790 Doctoral Project Seminar
Spring 2025
Quinnipiac Today
Experience
Quinnipiac University
Clinical Professor of Occupational Therapy
Hamden, CT, USA
2023 - Present
Quinnipiac University
Clinical Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
Hamden, CT, USA
2020 - 2023
Quinnipiac University
Clinical Assistant Professor
Hamden, CT, USA
2013 - 2020
Quinnipiac University
Part Time Faculty
Hamden, CT, USA
2011 - 2013
Cheshire Fitness Zone
Occupational Therapist
Cheshire, CT
2010 - 2012
Children’s Therapy Services
Occupational Therapist
Cheshire, CT
2000 - Present
Region 15
Occupational Therapist
Southbury, CT
2000 - 2005
Sundance Rehabilitation Corporation
Rehab Director Mediplex of Wethersfield
Cromwell, CT
1999 - 1999
Sundance Rehabilitation Corporation
Clinical Director of OT
Cromwell, CT
1993 - 1999
Sundance Rehabilitation Corporation
Staff Occupational Therapist
Cromwell, CT
1992 - 1992
Sundance Rehabilitation Corporation
Supervisor of OT
Cromwell, CT
1992 - 1993
Cedar Lane Rehabilitation
Supervisor of OT
Waterbury, CT
1991 - 1992
Novacare, Inc.
Senior OT
Farmington, CT
1991 - 1991
New Britain Memorial Hospital
Senior OT
New Britain, CT
1989 - 1991
Hospital of Saint Raphael
Staff Occupational Therapist
New Haven, CT
1987 - 1989
Helen Hayes Hospital
Staff Occupational Therapist
West Haverstraw, NY
1986 - 1987
Selected Publications
Conference Presentation
Cardboard Carpentry & 3-D Printing 101: Decision-Making Strategies for Implementation Into EverydayPractice
Strange, V., Hartmann, K.
American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Hamden, CT, Quinnipiac University (3/2020)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Perceived Impact of Short-Term International Experiences on Personal & Professional Beliefs of Health Care Practitioners: A Longitudinal Study.
Strange, V., Balch, B., Huang, C., Disman, M., & Dynice, B.
AOTA Inspire, Orlando, Florida, Quinnipiac University (2024)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Effectiveness of a vocational training program on the work readiness of adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Strange, V. & Clark, A.
AOTA Inspire, Orlando, Florida, Quinnipiac UNiv ersity (2024)
Peer Reviewed Poster
People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Seeking Social Inclusion: A Promising Role for Occupational Therapy at an Organizational Level.
Strange, V. & Sobol, V.
AOTA Inspire, Orlando, Florida, Quinnipiac University (2024)
Conference Presentation
Transitions for Children and Youth Using An Interprofessional Conference-Style Collaboration to Explore Complex Health-Care Needs at Pivotal Points of Service.
Booth, J., Strange, V.
Interprofessional Care for the 21st Century, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University (2023)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Manualizing a Work Training Program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Working in an Integrated Employment Setting.
Strange V., Cantwell C., Eichman L., Garcia C., & Mandara, A.
American Occupational Therapy Association National Conference in Kansas City Missouri, Hamden, CT, Quinnipiac UNiversity (2023)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Reciprocal Partnerships in Guatemala: An Interprofessional Reflection on Community Based Global Learning
Strange V., Hubbard B., Miner A., Trahan, E., & Weinrich, A.
American Occupational Therapy Association National Conference in Kansas City Missouri, Hamden, CT, Quinnipiac University (2023)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Supported Employment of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: An Emerging Practice Area for Occupational Therapists
Strange, V., Smith, B.
American Occupational Therapy Association, Hamden, CT, Quinnipiac University (2021)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Exploring Lived Experiences of Individuals with IDD and Adaptive Dance
Strange, V., Addon, K., Inzalaco, J., Matises, A., Peckham, L.
American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Hamden, CT, Quinnipiac University (2021)
Invited Speaker
Cardboard Carpentry: Decision-making Strategies for IMplementation in Practice
Strange, V.
Springfield, Ma., American International College (2021)
Peer Reviewed Poster
An Interprofessional Approach to Care for a Chils with Complex Medical Challenges
Strange, V., Doyle, M., Cook, B., Majeski, K., Archambault, M., Falaro, J., Smith, C.
Interprofessional Care for the 21st Century, Philadelphia, Pa., Thomas Jefferson University (2021)
Peer Reviewed Poster
Using Videoconferencing To Promote Greater Access To and Diversity of Professions In A Recurring Interprofessional Event Involving Three Universities
Archambault, M., Strange, V., Doyle, M., Cook, B., Majeski, K., Booth, J
IPEC Virtual Poster Fair, Virtual, Interprofessional Education Collaborative (2021)
Academic Awards, Fellowships and Grants
Distinguished Fellow of the National Academy of Practice in Occupational Therapy
Fellowship | 2023-2024
Class of 2024-as stated in announcement, I am recognized for leadership in both both my profession and in interprofessional care. intent is to work collaboratively as an interprofessional community to influence and promote national health policy, legislation, quality healthcare, and research.