Professional Development for K–12 Therapy and Education

For Therapists • Educators • Administrators • Schools

Inspiring Educators, Therapists, and Schools Through Evidence-Based Learning

Bridgette is available for full-day in person presentations and workshops.

Her keynote, workshop, or professional training is built on 38 years of clinical experience and current research, leaving audiences with tools they can use right away and a renewed sense of clarity in how children learn and achieve.

Each presentation is designed to be:

Interactive and Collaborative

Fast-moving sessions with hands-on, experiential activities

Evidence-Based and

Research-Supported

Grounded in peer-reviewed studies and proven strategies

Practical and Results-Driven

Strong focused on data collection, progress monitoring and practical implementation

Popular Topics and Areas of Focus

  • Dynamic Learning and Infusing Movement into Everyday Learning Environments

  • Sensory Regulation and Body–Brain Integration for Learning Success

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Inclusive Practice

  • Setting Up Environments for Success

  • Creative and Unique Approaches to Helping Students

    Become Engaged and Motivated

  • Movement and Rhythm as Essential Foundations for Learning

  • Executive Function, Motivation, and Student Confidence

  • Effective Use of Assistive and Educational Technology

  • Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

  • And more...

All topics can be customized for 1–2 day workshops, or virtual presentations.

About Me

Bridgette Nicholson

Occupational Therapist with 38 years of experience

Certified Autism Spectrum Specialist

Assistive Technology Consultant

Founder of New Leader Academy School

National and international keynote speaker

AOTA Approved Provider of Continuing Education

HPCSA Approved Provider of Continuing Education

Bridgette is known for her clear, engaging teaching style that makes complex research meaningful, memorable, and easy to apply.

Explore Bridgette’s past and upcoming speaking events below:

Popular Topics and Areas of Focus

  • Dynamic Learning and Infusing Movement into Everyday Learning Environments

  • Sensory Regulation and Body–Brain Integration for Learning Success

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Inclusive Practice

  • Setting Up Environments for Success

  • Creative and Unique Approaches to Helping Students

    Become Engaged and Motivated

  • Movement and Rhythm as Essential Foundations for Learning

  • Executive Function, Motivation, and Student Confidence

  • Effective Use of Assistive and Educational Technology

  • Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

  • And more...

All topics can be customized for 1–2 day workshops, or virtual presentations.

About Me

Bridgette Nicholson

Occupational Therapist with 38 years of experience

Certified Autism Spectrum Specialist

Assistive Technology Consultant

Founder of New Leader Academy School

National and international keynote speaker

AOTA Approved Provider of Continuing Education

HPCSA Approved Provider of Continuing Education

Bridgette is known for her clear, engaging teaching style that makes complex research meaningful, memorable, and easy to apply.

Explore Bridgette’s past and upcoming speaking events below:

Feedback & Testimonials

Consistently positive experiences shared by workshop and presentation partcipants

"Bridgette’s presentation was one of the most engaging I’ve ever attended. She shared practical, research-based tools that I could implement with my students immediately.”

Emily R.

Occupational Therapist

"An inspiring speaker with deep expertise. Bridgette’s passion for helping children achieve through movement and technology truly shines through."

Karen L.

Occupational Therapist

"I learned more in one session with Bridgette than in several courses I’ve taken. Her ability to make data and research feel human is remarkable."

Sonia P.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

“I appreciated how Bridgette connected neuroscience and classroom practice everything she shared was relevant, evidence-based, and empowering.”

John D.

School Administrator

“Bridgette helped me see the connection between executive function, writing, and sensory regulation in a new light. Every educator should hear her speak.”

Mark T.

Elementary School Teacher

“She made me feel re-energized about my work. I left with strategies I can use tomorrow and a deeper understanding of how children truly learn.”

Michelle H.

School Psychologist

Inspire change. Empower growth. Transform learning.

When educators, therapists, and parents focus on proven, research-based strategies and highly practical approaches, children everywhere benefit. Bridgette’s evidence-based presentations are dynamic, fast-moving, and engaging.

They ignite fresh perspectives on education, blending the science of learning with real-world experience to create lasting change and help every child reach their highest potential.

Inspire change. Empower growth. Transform learning.

When educators, therapists, and leaders learn together, every child benefits. Bridgette’s evidence-based presentations ignite new ways of thinking about learning, movement, and achievement blending science, compassion, and experience to create lasting change.