Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Dr. Amanda Speights
DHSc, OTR/L
Bio
Dr. Amanda Speights DHSc, OTR/L is an OT practitioner with a post-professional doctorate degree in health science. She holds active licenses to practice in Florida, California, and Texas. Her clinical experience includes working with children and adults in school-based, hospital, home health, outpatient, prescribed pediatric extended care (PPEC), and telehealth settings. Her treatment approach is integrative and guided by theories of neurodiversity, sensory integration, cognitive-behavioral, and occupation-based coaching.
Education and Practice
Nova Southeastern University
Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) 2021
Florida International University
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) 2010
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Food Science and Human Nutrition: Dietetics Specialization 2006
Specialties and Certifications
Autism
Level 2 Reiki practitioner
“I am proud to partner with Kinspire to innovate the field of OT and increase access to services for families.”
Family Story
"Dr. Amanda was my son's OT and she helped him regulate his mood and learn through play and music which he loved more than anything! I have also attended informative workshops on how to best help my boys' needs. We have continued to use most of what we learned at home."
Parent, 42 from Boca Raton, FL