Cara Koscinski

Dr. Cara Koscinski, OTD, OTR/L, CAS, is a pediatric occupational therapist, author, educator, and international speaker specializing in interoception, executive function, sensory processing, and regulation in children. She is the founder of the Executive Function Institute, where she provides training and practical resources for therapists, educators, and caregivers supporting children with diverse learning and developmental needs.

With more than two decades of experience in pediatric occupational therapy, Dr. Koscinski is known for translating complex neuroscience into practical strategies that can be used in therapy, classrooms, and everyday environments. Her work emphasizes neuro-affirming, strengths-based approaches that help children better understand internal body signals and build the foundations for regulation, participation, and learning. She is a certified autism expert.

Dr. Koscinski is the author of several professional and parent resources, including Interoception: How I Feel. Sensing My World from the Inside Out, Interoception Activity Adventures, The Parent’s Guide to Occupational Therapy for Autism and Other Special Needs, The Weighted Blanket Guide, The Special Needs SCHOOL Survival Guide, and The Executive Function Express: A Transformative Model to Address Cognitive and Regulatory Skills in Children. Her books are widely used by therapists, educators, and families seeking practical, research-informed guidance.