Matthew Husband, OTR, OTR/L
Assistant Professor of Practice
Division of Occupational Therapy
406B Atwell Hall
453 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43210
Professional Areas of Interest
- Pediatrics
- Autism Spectrum
- Post-Secondary Transition Based Services
- Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities
- Teaching and Learning
Overview
Dr. Matthew Husband is an occupational therapist, with nine years of clinical experience, primarily in the field of pediatrics. He has worked in outpatient, home health, and school-based practice. Dr. Husband currently works as an Assistant Professor of Practice at The Ohio State University. His area of passion focuses on improving the lives of students with autism, with a particular interest in transition-related services. Dr. Husband received his Occupational Therapy Doctorate in May 2025 and his Capstone Project focused on improving employability for young adults with autism. Dr Husband supports the profession through his service within the AOTA, serving as the Representative Assembly member for Ohio.
Recent Publications
Husband, M. (April, 2025). The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Adult Autism Fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina: Advancing Direct Care Services to Improve Outcomes. Autism Spectrum News.
Husband, M & Evory, H. (February, 2025). Get to Work: A Work Program for High School Students. OT Practice Magazine.
Recent Presentations
OOTA Conference | Strength in Unity Dublin, OH
Presenter. “Teaching Self-Determination skills to high school students with autism. October 18th, 2025
Presentation regarding a self-determination intervention for 9th and 10th grade students with autism.
First Place Global Symposium | Dimensions 2025 Phoenix, AZ
Presenter. “The Role of Self-Determination through Direct Care Services.” October 17th, 2025.
Presentation regarding a self-determination intervention for 9th and 10th grade students with autism.
AOTA INSPIRE | 2025 Annual Conference & Expo Philadelphia, PA
Presenter. "Get to Work" Group for High School Students. April 4th, 2025
Short Course presentation focused on improving employment for individuals on the autism spectrum. Short course focused on the “Get to Work” pilot program teaching 10th grade students soft skills and hard skills through community based experiences.
Major Awards
2025-- The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Fellowship
Education
2025: OTD, Clinical Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, Medical University of South Carolina
2016: MS, Occupational Therapy, Medical University of South Carolina
2011: BS, Human Nutrition Food and Exercise, Virginia Tech