Faculty

Kristie P. Koenig

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Kristie P. Koenig

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Kristie P. Koenig, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Assistant Professor, New York University, Department of Occupational Therapy.  Dr. Koenig is am occupational therapist, with a PhD in Educational Psychology who examines the influence of self-regulation, sensory processing and motor planning deficits on behavior and functional communication in children and adults with neurobehavioral disorders; specifically autistic spectrum disorders and regulatory disorders. Her research focuses on utilizing a relationship based paradigm and the individual with ASD's perspective to understand the impact of these issues on quality of life and adaptive behavior in order to guide person centered interventions in inclusive settings.  Dr. Koenig teaches professional and post professional courses in the area of pediatric intervention, school based practice and sensory processing and regulation. Dr. Koenig has published and presented nationally and internationally on topics related to examining the efficacy of sensory and motor interventions that impact one’s ability to regulate behavior in home and community environments.

Faculty Profile


Presentations

  • Implementing inclusive academic programs for children with ASD in urban schools
    Coauthors: B. Schwartz & D. Siegel 25th Annual International Conference on Young Children with Special Needs, Albuquerque, NM. (Accepted for October 2009)
  • Incorporating sensory strategies into an inclusive academic program for children with ASD.
    Coauthor: D. Siegel. Annual Autism Society of America Conference, Chicago, IL, July 2009
  • Practical solutions and problem-solving strategies or sensory processing challenges in home and school environments.
    (3 hour Workshop). 12th Annual National Autism Conference, Penn State University, State College, PA, August 2008
  • Study of social skill needs in ASD and suggested intervention strategies.
    Coauthors: N. Kaufmann & M. Kinnealey. Annual Autism Society of America Conference, Orlando, FL, July 2008
  • Efficacy of sensory integration with children with Autism.
    Coauthors: M. Kinnealey & B. Pfieffer. Annual American Occupational Therapy Conference, Long Beach, CA, April 2008
  • The relationship between sensory processing, social supports, and quality of life in adults with sensory processing disorders.
    Coauthor: M. Kinnealey. Annual American Occupational Therapy Conference, St. Louis, MO, April 2007
  • Evidence-Based practice literature review of OT for children and adolescents with SPD/Sensory Integrative Dysfunction.
    Coauthors: D. Lieberman, M. Arbesman, P. Davies, H. Polatajko, L. Miller, T. May-Benson, J. Koomar, S. Lane, R. Schaaf, & S. Stallings-Sahler. Annual American Occupational Therapy Conference, St. Louis, MO, April 2007.
  • In their own voice: constituent driven outcomes.
    Coauthor: M. Kinnealey. TASH Annual Conference, Baltimore, Maryland, November 2006.
  • In their own voice: Facilitating participation and improving outcomes for individuals with autistic spectrum disorders.
    Coauthors: M. Kinnealey & W. Stillman. World Autism Congress, Capetown, South Africa, October 2006

Degrees Held

  • Ph.D. Temple University
    Educational Psychology
  • M.S. Temple University
    Occupational Therapy
  • B.S. Elizabethtown College
    Occupational Therapy

Awards

  • 2009 : Roster of Fellows, American Occupational Therapy Association
  • 2007 : Awarded 9 month Leadership Fellowship by AOTA/AOTF
  • 2006 : American Occupational Therapy Association Service Commendation
  • 2005 : Dr. Stephen L. Heater Award for Outstanding Achievement
  • 2001 : American Occupational Therapy Association Service Award
  • 1999 : POTA Service Award

Publications

  • Koenig, K. P., & Rudney, S. G. (accepted). Performance difficulties for children and adolescents with sensory processing Disorders: A systematic review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy.
  • Koenig, K. P., Bleiweiss, J., Brennan, S., Cohen, S., & Siegel, D. (2009). The ASD nest program: A model for inclusive public education for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Teaching Exceptional Children, 42(1), 6-13.
  • Shoener, R. F., Kinnealey, M., & Koenig, K. P. (2008). You can know me now if you listen: Sensory, motor, and communication issues in a non-verbal individual with autism. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 62, 547-553.
  • Von der Luft, G., Harman, L. B., Koenig, K. P., Nixon-Cave, K., & Gaughan, J. (2008). Cross validation of a self-concept tool for use with children with Cerebral Palsy. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 20(6), 561-572.
  • Von der Luft, G., Koenig, K. P., Nixon-Cave, K., Harman, L. B., & deBoer, E. (2008). Improving the quality of studies on self-concept in children with Cerebral Palsy. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 20(6), 581-594.
  • Johnson, C., Koenig, K. P., Piersol, C., Wachter-Schutz, W., & Santalucia, S. (2006). Level I fieldwork: Context and student perceptions. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 60(3), 429-436.
  • Smith, S., Press, B., Koenig, K. P., & Kinnealey, M. (2005). Effects of sensory integration intervention on self-stimulating and self-injurious behaviors. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 59, 418-425.
  • Koenig, K. P., Johnson, C. J., Morano, C. K., & Ducette, J. (2003). Development and validation of a professional behavior assessment. Journal of Allied Health, 32, 86-91.

Courses

  • E40.2332 Treating Sensory Regulation Dysfunction in Children
  • E40.2335 Successful Intervention in Schools
  • E40.2748 Intervention and Assessment in Pediatrics
  • E40.3306 Advanced Assessment for the Practicing Therapist
  • E40.3310: Professional Portfolio

Editorial Boards/Panels

  • 2009: Autism: International Journal of Research and Practice, Reviewer
  • 2008-2011: American Journal of Occupational Therapy, Editorial Board Member
  • 2008: AOTF Institute's Diccertations Grant Research Review Panel, Member

Research Interests

Understanding sensory processing, motor challenges, and preferred interests in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders to improve inclusive services.