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Supporting occupational therapy
across Iowa.
The Iowa Occupational Therapy Association (IOTA) brings together occupational therapy practitioners and students across the state with a shared purpose: strengthening our profession and improving lives through meaningful participation.
Through continuing education, advocacy, leadership opportunities, and peer connection, IOTA supports members at every stage of their professional journey. We serve as both a resource and a voice, advocating for policies that protect access to occupational therapy services and ensuring our profession remains strong, visible, and valued throughout Iowa.
If you are an Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or student, we encourage you to do more than hold a membership. Join a community. Build relationships. Develop your leadership skills. Add your voice to the work shaping the future of occupational therapy in our state.
| A note from IOTA President, Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, BCG I am grateful every day to be surrounded by exceptional colleagues and to connect with the students who will soon join our profession. Occupational therapy is a remarkable field grounded in meaningful relationships, practical problem solving, and a deep understanding of how people live, work, and thrive in their environments. Many of the principles that define occupational therapy, from client centered care to the person, environment, and occupation perspective, are now shaping the broader direction of healthcare. This reflects the longstanding strengths that have always been at the core of our profession. I believe occupational therapy practitioners will not simply be part of the future of healthcare. We are called to lead it. We are at the forefront of wellness, prevention, and participation, and our voices matter now more than ever. IOTA exists to support you through education, advocacy, and community. Whether you are early in your career or have practiced for decades, there is a place for you to connect, grow, and help shape what comes next for occupational therapy in Iowa. If you’d ever like to connect, explore ways to get involved with IOTA, or simply talk shop about occupational therapy, I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me through the IOTA contact form or connect with me through my practice at Happy at Home Consulting. I’m always happy to share ideas and learn what others are building across Iowa. Kindly, Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, BCG |
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