04/10/2026
OT Month celebration continues! We’re excited to highlight another incredible UFOT alum. Meet our third alumni spotlight feature!
Lisa Thompson-Goertz, OTR/L, CSRS, CNS
Master of Occupational Therapy 2014
Current Employer and Clinical Practice Setting: I am the co-owner of Habit Project Physical and Occupational Therapy, a mobile outpatient practice serving individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, and stroke recovery.
Your favorite occupation: Ultimately, my favorite occupation is helping others — whether that’s supporting my clients in regaining independence, encouraging my family and friends, or continuing to learn and grow myself. I believe life is about staying curious, pushing your limits, and always learning.
Why do you love OT? I love occupational therapy because it focuses on what truly matters in people’s lives — the everyday activities that give life meaning, purpose, and connection. Occupational therapy looks beyond diagnoses and helps individuals regain independence, confidence, and participation in daily life. I enjoy the detective work of OT — figuring out creative ways to help people do the things that matter most to them, whether through adaptive strategies, environmental changes, or new tools that support independence. Whether helping someone return to dressing themselves after a stroke or supporting a person with Parkinson’s disease to stay active and engaged in their community, occupational therapy reminds me that small functional gains can make a significant difference in someone’s quality of life.
