Natalie Black, OT, MOT

Spooner Biltmore

Occupational and Hand Therapist

“I am devoted to my clients on a personal level and strive to create a treatment environment of empathy, creativity and fun, mutual respect, and healing. I am dedicated to optimizing every client’s ability to accomplish his or her goals through collaboration, skilled services, and professionalism.”

Education:
MOT – Midwestern University (2018)
BS – Azusa Pacific University (2014)

Areas of Interest:
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and hypermobility
Complex Pain
Vision and Vestibular Rehabilitation
Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation
General Orthopedics/Manual Therapy
Pediatrics

Community Involvement:
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) member
Arizona Occupational Therapy Association (ArizOTA) member
American Society of Hand Therapy (ASHT) member

About Me:

Natalie was born and raised in Phoenix and received her Occupational Therapy degree from Midwestern University. Throughout her practice, her skillset has evolved into treating complex neurological, orthopedic, and systemic diagnoses, along with treating the upper extremity. She is also passionate about working with those who are neuro-diverse, and those who have vestibular/vision dysfunction. Her passion for hand therapy originated during her time working at the Mayo Clinic under the supervision of Dr. Brian Laney, PhD, CHT. During her professional education, Natalie also gained valuable research experience studying PhotoVoice methodology along with the validity and reliability of the standardized assessments. In addition to her clinical work, Natalie is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Arizona Occupational Therapy Association (ArizOTA), and the American Society of Hand Therapy (ASHT).

Natalie loves spending time with her family, her husband River, and her dog, Hipster. She stays active with hiking, pickleball, and yoga.