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Curriculum Vitae
<strong>Elizabeth</strong> (Beth) T. Osten
December 2012
Profile:
Thirty nine years of clinical, teaching, and research experience in Pediatric
Occupational Therapy
Advanced masters degree with a concentration in Sensory Integration and infant motor
development – University of Illinois at Chicago, 1993
International presenter of workshops on a wide variety of pediatric topics including:
normal and abnormal infant development, Autism spectrum disorders, sensory
integration disorders and treatment, and the motor development and assessment of
infants and young children
Expert witness before the High court of Ireland on behalf of children and young
adults with autism and other developmental disorders
Consultant -JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center, 800 Clavey Road, Highland Park, IL,
2007 to present
Profectum - Faculty member and instructor, 2011 to present
Advisory Board - <strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on Developmental and Learning
Disorders (ICDL) - 2006 to Present
Instructor - Infant/Toddler Growth and Development, Infant Studies Program, Erikson
Institute, Chicago, IL – Summer 2002, Summer 2003
Training Faculty - <strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on Developmental and Learning
Disorders (ICDL) DIR Certificate Training Program, 2002 to present
Adjunct Faculty – Erikson Institute, Chicago, IL 2002-2007
Consultant -Virginia Frank Child Development Center, Chicago, IL – 2000 to Present
Certified in the administration and interpretation of the Sensory Integration and
Praxis Tests (SIPT) 1989
Neuro-Developmental Therapy (NDT) trained 1986
Instructor/ Lecturer: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, Wright
College, Chicago, Il. 1989-1995
Instructor - Occupational Therapy Program, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Il
1973-1977
Education:
PhD Candidate in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health and Developmental
Disorders
ICDL Graduate School
Kentfield, California
Approximate Graduation Date:
Advanced Master’s Degree with Pediatric Specialization
Department of Occupational Therapy
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
9833 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077 p. 847 663 1020 f. 847 663 1022 bethosten.com

1993
Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Occupational Therapy
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington
June 1973
AOTA Certification: June 1973
NBCOT Number: 216416
State of Illinois Dept. of Registration and Education: Illinois License # - 056000807
State of Wisconsin Dept. of Regulation and Licensing: Wisconsin License # - 00003721-026
Professional Organizations:
American Occupational Therapy Association, June 1973 to Present
Illinois Occupational Therapy Association, January 1974 to Present
<strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on Developmental and Learning Disorders, 1997 to Present
Illinois Infant Mental Health Association, 2008 to Present
Profectum Foundation, 2011 to present
Specialty Training/Certifications:
Pediatric and Adult Therapeutic Taping – 2011
Infant Massage Instructor, Infant Massage USA - 2010
Interactive Metronome Training – 2007, 2003
ICDL Faculty – D.I.R. Certificate Course – July 2002 to Present
Auditory Integration Training Certificate - 2002
Listening with the Whole Body (Vital Links)-May 19-21, 2000
Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment Program Training - 1999
Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests certification – September 5, 1989
Compuplay Instructor National Lekotek-May 12, 1987
Neuro-Developmental Treatment Certification - August 1, 1986
Present Position:
Owner and Director - Beth Osten and Associates Pediatric Therapy Services
9833 Woods Drive
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 663-1020
1993 to Present
Past Positions:
Project Coordinator – NIH Grant Test of Infant Motor Performance
Department of Physical Therapy
University of Illinois at Chicago
1919 W. Taylor Street
Chicago, IL
1996 – 1998
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Project Assistant – Test of Infant Motor Performance
Department of Physical Therapy
University of Illinois at Chicago
1919 W. Taylor Street
Chicago, IL
1992 – 1996
Instructor and Lecturer
COTA Program
Wright College
Chicago, IL
1989 to 1995
Occupational Therapist
Institute for Study of Developmental Disabilities
1640 W Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL60608
1985 to 1989
Chief of Occupational Therapy
Dysfunctioning Child Center (Later known as the Developmental Institute)
Michael Reese Hospital
29 th and Ellis
Chicago, IL 60016
1977 to 1985
Occupational Therapist/ Instructor
University of Illinois Hospital
Chicago, IL
1973 to 1977
Publications:
Cawn, C., Osten B., Training DVD (Title to be Determined), American Speech and
Hearing Association, 2013 Release Date
Miller, L.J., Anzalone, M. E., Lane, S.J., Cermak, S.A., Osten E.T., Concept Evolution in
Sensory Integration: A Proposed Nosology for Diagnosis, American Journal of
Occupational Therapy, 61(2), April, 2009
Osten, B. Toilet Training - Suggestions for the Child with Challenges, Best Practices:
Newsletter of the <strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on Developmental and Learning Disorders, 7
(2), 2006.
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Osten, B. ICDL Multi-Axial Classification Approach: An Overview of Regulatory Sensory
Processing Disorders. Best Practices: Newsletter of the <strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on
Developmental and Learning Disorders. 6(1-2), October 2005
Contributor: Diagnostic Classification 0-3: Revised (DC: 0-3R). Zero to Three,
Washington, D.C., April 2005.
Contributor: Diagnostic Manual for Infancy and Early Childhood (ICDL-DMIC),
<strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on Developmental and Learning Disorders. Bethesda, MD,
March 2005.
Osten, E.T. The Art and Science of Therapy. Best Practices: Newsletter of the
<strong>Interdisciplinary</strong> <strong>Council</strong> on Developmental and Learning Disorders. 1(3), September
2000.
Campbell, S.K., Kolobe, T.H.A., Osten, E.T. Lenke, M., Girolomi, G.L. Construct Validity of
the Test of Infant Motor Performance. Physical Therapy. 1995, 75(7): 585-596.
Campbell, S.K., Osten E.T., Kolobe T.H.A. Fisher A.G.: Development of the Test of Infant
Motor Performance. In Granger C and Gresham G (eds): New Development in Functional
Assessment. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North American 4 (3).
Philadelphia, WB Saunders, August 1993.
Campbell SK, Kolobe TH, Girolami GL, Osten ET, Lenke. Development of a Functional
Neonatal Motor Scale. Foundation Focus, Foundation for Physical Therapy. Summer
1993. Pg 22.
Osten, E.T., Examination of the Rater Reliability of the Test of Infant Motor Performance,
Chicago Illinois: Department of Occupational Therapy, University of Illinois at Chicago,
1993, unpublished Master’s Thesis.
Osten, E.T.: Book Review: A Parents Guide to Down Syndrome: Toward a Brighter
Future. Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics. Vol 1 (3): 120-122, 1991.
Invited Presentations and Workshops:
“The Use of Sensory Activities in the Classroom,” JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center,
Highland Park, IL, December 18 , 2012
The Power of Affect, 2012 ICDL Annual Conference, Montclair State Univeristy,
Montclair, New Jersey, November 16-18, 2012
“Fostering Social-Emotional Growth; an Introduction to Floortime,” Live Webinar,
Lekotek, September 7, 2012
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“A Case Study-Looking Beyond Communication,” “The Relational and Biological
Underpinnings of Emerging Self-Regulation in the Young Child,” “A View from the Floor:
How the DIR/Floortime Model Informs Treatment,” Autism Solutions: Pathways to
Progress Conference, Chicago Regional Training Conference, Profectum, Palatine, IL,
July 13-15
“Timing and Rhythmicity Within Early Parent-Child Interaction and Its Importance for
the Development of Regulation, Social Attunement, and Foundations for
Communication,” 2 nd Annual International Symposium on Therapeutic Listening and
Mentor Case Presentations, Vital Links, Live Webinar, June 22-23, 2012
“The Role Caregivers Play in Helping Children to Self-Regulate,” Highland
Park/Highwood Home Child Care Association, North Shore Health Center, Highland
Park, IL, May 16, 2012
“Fun on the Floor: Facilitating Learning through Parent-Child Play”, 15 th Annual Infant
Toddler Conference, Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL, March 3, 2012
“The 2012 Southern California DIR Regional Institute,” Faculty Member and Mentor,
Pasadena, California, February 24-26, 2012
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child,” Clinton Cou nty RESA, St. Johns, Michigan, February 9-10, 2012
“Helping Children Self Regulate: Transitioning Through the Day,” Josselyn Center,
Northbrook, IL, January 18, 2012
1 st Annual Autism Symposium, Schaumburg School District #54, Schaumburg, IL August
1, 2011
“The DIR® Floortime Model: An experience-Based Learning Program to Teach Social
Skills, Language, Independence, and Academics for Children with Developmental
Disabilities”, Lombard, IL, March 11-12, 2011
“Helping Parents Support the Development of Self-Regulation,” 14 th Annual Infant
Toddler Conference, Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL, March 5, 2011
“Typical/Atypical Development and Strategies for Intervention,” Birth to Three, John St.
Stroger Hospita, Chicago, IL, February 24, 2011
“Identifying and Supporting Preschool Children Who Struggle in the Classroom,” The
Family Room, Evanston, IL, November 17, 2010
“Sensory Integration and Self-Regulation in Young Children,” Beth Osten & Associates,
Skokie, IL, October 28, 2010
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“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Needs of the
Child,” Professional Development Programs & Products, Bloomington, MN, February
25 to February 26, 2010
“Can’t Be Quiet, Can’t Sit Still: Sensory and Motor Issues in School Age Children—
Identification and Intervention in the Classroom,” Winnetka Community Nursery
School, Winnetka, IL, February 18, 2010
“Identifying and Supporting Preschool Children Who Struggle in the Classroom,” Oakton
Community College, Skokie, IL, January 29, 2010
Floortime Workshop, Cawn-Krantz & Associates, Northbrook, IL, January 23, 2010
“Groundbreaking Strategies for Autism Interventions,” Saskatoon Region Early
Childhood Intervention Program, Saskatoon, SK, September 24 to 25, 2009
“A View from the Floor,” Children’s Therapeutic Learning Center, Kansas City, MO, June
1 to June 2, 2009
“Typical/Atypical Development: Birth to Three”, John H. Stroger Hospital, Chicago, IL,
April 30, 2009
“Sensory Processing and the Preschool Child”, Josselyn Center, Northfield, IL, April 1,
2009
“The Test of Infant Motor Performance: From Research to Practice,” The American
Occupational Therapy Association (Annual Conference & Expo), Houston, TX, April 22,
2009
“Family Life on the Floor, Learning How to Learn,” Heep Hong Society and the Institute
of Human Connective Research/The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong,
China, February 10, 2009
“Using the DIR/Floortime Model to Treat Children with Developmental Challenges,”
Heep Hong Society and the Institute of Human Connective Research/The Chinese
University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China, February 8 to 9, 2009
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child,” Singapore, January 2009
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child,” Wee Care Therapy, Dyer, IN, December 5 to 6, 2008
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“Addressing Potential Through Play,” Wilmette Public Schools (District 39), Wilmette,
IL, September 10, 2008
“From Tummy Time to Catch Me if you Can,” Jewish Community Centers of Chicago,
Skokie, IL, August 18 & August 20, 2008
“Fitting the Pieces Together: The Developmental Individual Relationship Model (DIR)”
and “The OT Practice Framework for Children with Developmental Disabilities and
Their Families,” The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (Annual
Conference & Expo), Long Beach, CA, April 9, 2008
“The Power of Therapeutic Partnerships: Combining Occupational Therapy and Mental
Health,” Illinois Association for Infant Mental Health and Center for Practice Excellence
of Jewish Child & Family Services, Northbrook, IL, March 25, 2008
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child,” Easter Seals Dupage and the Fox Valley Region, Villa Park, IL, March 7 to March
8, 2008
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child Using the DIR Model,” Chicago Floortime Families, Northbrook, IL, January 26,
2008
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child,” Galway, Ireland, May 21 to 22, 2007
“Getting Kids in Sync”, a panel discussion with Carol Stock Kranowitz, The Lake Bluff
Learning Disabilities Association, Lake Forest, IL, May 10, 2007
“Gear up & Settle Down,” Willard School, Evanston, IL, 3 hours, presentation April
11, 2007
“Typical Infant Motor Development (Birth to 3),” Baby PhD through Erickson
Institute, 2 ½ hour course, April 9, 2007
“Sensory Regulatory Disorders in Young Children Part 2: Nurturing the Inner
Child/Intervention Techniques for Home & School,” STARNET, Chicago, IL, 3 hours,
March 30, 2007
“Sensory Integration & Self Regulation in Young Children,” Contemporary Forums:
The Young Child with Special Needs, Chicago, IL, 1½ hours, March 29, 2007
“Sensory Regulatory Disorders in Adolescents and Young Adults,” Yellow Brick,
Evanston, IL, 2 hours, March 9, 2007
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“Social Skills & Therapeutic Play Groups,” PASS 39, Wilmette, IL, 1½ hours March 8,
2007
“Sensory Regulatory Disorders in Young Children: Part 1,” STARNET, Chicago, IL, 3
hours, March 1, 2007
“Sensory & Emotional Behaviors Underlying Attention & Regulatory Disorders”
Part 1, Josselyn Center, Northfield, IL, December 6, 2006
“How to Apply Sensory-Motor & Emotional Behavioral Strategies in the Preschool
Classroom” Part 2: December 13, 2006, Josselyn Center, Northfield, IL
“Sensory and Emotional Behaviors Underlying Attention and Regulatory Disorders,”
Part 1: December 6, 2006, Josselyn Center, Northfield, IL
“A View From the Floor, Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of
the Child,” Montreal, Quebec, November 29 to December 1, 2006
“Attention in Young Children,” Erickson Institute, Chicago, IL, 3 hours, November 17,
2006
“How to Apply Sensory-Motor & Emotional Behavioral Strategies in the Preschool
Classroom” Part 2: November 2, 2006, Josselyn Center, Northfield, IL
“Sensory & Emotional Behaviors Underlying Attention & Regulatory Disorders” Part
1: October 25, 2006, Josselyn Center, Northfield, IL
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional
Development of the Child,” three-day course, Case-based Clinical Demonstration,
Parent Presentation: Galway Ireland, April 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007
Toilet Training for Children with Special Needs,” JCFS Kirsten Center, Northbrook, IL,
October 10 and 24, 2006
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional
Development of the Child,” Voices, Houston, Texas, September 6 to 8, 2006
Sensory Integration 101, StarNet, El Valor, Chicago, IL, April 28, 2006
Persistent Crying Beyond Six Months: Clinical Assessment of Fussy Babies, Chicago
Fussy Baby Network, Erikson Institute, Chicago, IL, February 9, 2006
Sensory and Motor Issues in Preschool Children: Identification and Intervention,
Northbrook Community Preschool Teacher In-Service, Northbrook, IL, February 4,
2006
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Regulatory Disorders in Young Children: The Sensory-Affective Connection,
Professional Development Series, Erikson Institute, Chicago, IL, December 3, 2005,
March 4, 2006
Developmental and Learning Disorders and Constructing Individualized
Interventions that Enable Children to Enjoy Relationships, Communication and
Learning, ICDL 9 th International Conference, Autism and Disorders of Relating and
Communicating: Opening the Door to Meaningful Communication, Thought, and
Relationships Throughout the Life Span, McLean, VA, November 12, 2005
A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional
Development of the Child, Prince George, British Columbia, October 19 to 20, 2005
Regulatory Sensory Processing Disorder and the Sensory-Affective Connection using
the DIR Model, KID Foundation 2005 Scientific Symposium, Sensory Processing
Disorder: New Scientific Findings & Successful Strategies for Intervention, Bethesda,
MD, October 8 to 9, 2005
Clinical Experiences Related to Infant Crying, Chicago Fussy Baby Network, Erikson
Institute, Chicago, IL, September 29, 2005
A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional
Development of the Child, Case-based Clinical Demonstration, Pathway’s Center,
Glenview, IL, September 23 to 26, 2005
A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional
Development of the Child: Montréal, Quebec, May 2005
A View from the Floor: Integrating The Emotional and Neurological
Development of the Child: The Pratt Institute on Autism, Indianapolis, IN, May 5 to 6
2005
“Can’t be Quiet, Can’t Sit Still: Managing Sensory Processing Challenges in the
Classroom,” Associated Talmud Torah Teacher Education Day, Chicago, IL, February
21, 2005
“Autism Spectrum Disorders: Identification and Treatment”, University of Wisconsin
at Milwaukee, Occupational Therapy Curriculum, November 29 and 30, 2004
Montana Speech and Hearing Association, A View from the Floor, Chico Hot
Springs, MT, October 20 to 22, 2004
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Sensory Processing Disorders in the Preschool Child: Identification and Classroom
Intervention, Lecture Series to the Early Childhood Division of the Irene Josselyn
Center, Northfield, IL, October, 2004
DIR Clinical Practicum and Consultation, Advanced Pediatric Therapy Center,
Portland, OR, January 27 to 28, 2004
A View From the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child Using the DIR Model, University of Oregon Medical Center, Portland, OR, January
23 to 24, 2004
Test of Infant Motor Performance Training Course, Good Samaritan Children’s Hospital,
Pullyap, Washington, October 3 to 4, 2003
“Look Out Michael Jordan: A Case Study,” Building Foundations for the Future, ICDL and
the City of Chicago Mayors Office, Chicago, IL, September 19 to 20, 2003
“Breastfeeding: Sensory, Motor, and Interactional Factors”, 9 th Annual Conference for
Advanced Practitioners in Lactation, When Babies Don’t Latch: Helping Mothers and
Babies Connect, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center, Chicago, IL, March 2003
and March 2004
Test of Infant Motor Performance Training Course, Emory University, Atlanta, GA,
March 14 to 15, 2003
Understanding the Impact of Sensory Processing and Motor Deficits on the Emotional
Development of the Child, Chicago Jewish Children’s Bureau, Northbrook, IL, March 7,
2003
A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child Using the DIR Model, sponsored by SPARC, January 23 to 24, 2003
DIR Clinical Practicum and Consultation, Kaleidoscope Children’s Therapy Center,
Singapore, January 25 to 26, 2003
“A View from the Floor: Integrating the Neurological and Emotional Development of the
Child Using the DIR Model,” SPARC, January 23 to January 24, 2003
An informal question and answer forum for parents of young children on the Autism
Spectrum, County Cork, Ireland, August 24, 2002
“A View from the Floor: Using the DIR Model to Treat Children with Developmental
Challenges,” First California Symposium, April 4 and 5, 2002
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“A View from the Floor: Using the DIR Model to Treat Children with Developmental
Challenges,” Northbrook, IL, March 10, 11, 12, 2002
“The Test of Infant Motor Performance: From Research to Practice,” Oakbrook, IL,
February 9 to 10, 2002
“A View from the Floor: Using the DIR (Floortime) Model to Treat SI and
Communicative Deficits in Autism,” 2 nd Florida Symposium, Fort Lauderdale, FL,
November 29 to 30 2001
“Sensory Integration and the Developmental Process: Understanding and Treating the
Sensory and Motor Deficits Common in Children with Angelman Syndrome,” Angelman
Syndrome Foundation Biennial Conference: Ages and Stages, Oakbrook, IL, July 5, 2001
“A View from the Floor: Using the DIR (Floortime) Model to Treat SI and
Communicative Deficits in Autism,” The 21 st Symposium on Intervention for Persons
with Special Needs,
Minneapolis, MN, February 22 to 23, 2001
“A View from the Floor: Enhancing Communicative Intent Across Disciplines,” The
4 th Symposium on Intervention for Persons with Special Needs, Columbus, Ohio,
November 2 to 3, 2000
“A View from the Floor- Part 2: Enhancing Communicative Intent Across Settings Using
DIR,” StarNet Region II, DePaul University, Naperville, IL, October 28, 2000
“A View from the Floor: Enhancing Communicative Intent Across Disciplines,” The 5 th
Boston Symposium on Intervention for Persons with Special Needs, Wakefield, MA,
July 13 to 14, 2000
“Relationship Based Strategies (Greenspan/Weider): Teaching the Interaction in the
Classroom,” Best Practices in Instruction, Northern Suburban Special Education District,
Northbrook, Illinois, February 18, 2000
“A View From the Floor: Use of the Floortime Model for Treating Autism Spectrum
Disorders,” Weitzman Institute, Rechovot, Israel, May 1999, 2 days
“Evaluation and Treatment of the High Risk Infant,” “The Administration of the Test of
Infant Motor Development,” “Diagnosis and Treatment of Sensory Integration Disorders
in the Preschool Child,” a series of lectures and consultation over seven days, Belo
Horizonte, Brazil, November 1998
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