NHOTA upcoming events

Fall 2026 Conference Sponsorship Registration (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Hamilton Smith Hall at the University of New Hampshire

95 Main St, Durham, NH 03824

NHOTA Fall Conference 2026 (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Earn up to 12 CEUs — and yes, you can rack up maximum CEU by watching multiple concurrent session recordings after the event! CEU are awarded after completion of a brief evaluation and attendance affirmation.

Questions? info@nhota.org

Pro tip: Your MEOTA membership gets you the member rate for MEOTA, VOTA, CTOTA, and MAOT/RIOTA conferences too. Double (or quintuple!) the learning, same great perks.

*agenda subject to change

AI with Children: Using Human-Centered Design to Promote Safe, Equitable, and Meaningful Occupational Engagement (3 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

Artificial intelligence offers new possibilities for supporting children's occupational performance. This presentation explores research and evidence-informed strategies for occupational therapy practitioners to implement AI responsibly in pediatric practice, ensuring safety, equity, and quality engagement. Participants will gain practical frameworks for evaluating and integrating AI to amplify children's meaningful participation.

About the speaker:

Karen Jacobs, OT, EdD, OTR, CPE, FAOTA, Clinical Professor Program Director, On-line post-professional doctorate in occupational therapy (OTD) program Boston University Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Department of Occupational Therapy.

Misophonia 101 for Occupational Therapists (9 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Objectives:

-Learners will identify the estimated prevalence of misophonia in the United States

-Learners will explain the rationale for a multidisciplinary model to help change biopsychosocial processes in patients with misophonia with evidence-based treatment strategies.

-Learners will identify at least two features that differentiate misophonia from other decreased sound tolerance disorders.

About the speaker:

Dr. Zach Rosenthal is a clinical psychologist, Professor, and Director of the Center for Misophonia and Emotion Regulation (CMER) at Duke University. An internationally recognized leader in misophonia, he conducts research, provides clinical services, and trains clinicians on the assessment and treatment of this condition. He serves in advisory and leadership roles with multiple national and international misophonia organizations and research initiatives, helping advance scientific understanding and public awareness worldwide. In addition to his expertise in misophonia, Dr. Rosenthal is Director of the Duke DBT Program, with over 30 years of experience in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, emotion regulation, and evidence-based psychological treatments.

Occupational Therapy and Artificial Intelligence: Ethical Considerations in Practice (14 Jan 2027)

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 23:30:00 GMT

The Future of Occupational Therapy is Here—Are You Ready?

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing healthcare, and occupational therapy is no exception. Join the New England Occupational Therapy Collaborative for an engaging webinar exploring the ethical opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into OT practice. Free for CONNOTA, MEOTA, MAOT, NHOTA, RIOTA, and VOTA members!

Occupational Therapy & Artificial Intelligence
Ethical Considerations in Practice

Presenter: Pooja A. Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG
Founder & Educator, The OT Algorithm

Whether you're new to AI or already incorporating it into your workflow, this session will provide valuable insights to help you navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leader in AI and occupational therapy!