David Blaski, OTR, BCP

David Blaski is a neonatal/pediatric occupational therapist and certified early intervention specialist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of sensory processing disorders, neurological and orthopedic disorders, developmental delay and autistic spectrum disorders. He has been certified in Sensory Integration and Praxis Testing since 1993 and became board certified in pediatric occupational therapy (BCP) in 1998. He has been an in-demand lecturer on sensory integration and sensory processing disorders across the country for over 12 years. He serves as a clinical pediatric specialist in occupational therapy for Franciscan Alliance Pediatric Rehabilitation in Schererville, IN.

David Blaski received his Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and is licensed to practice in Illinois and Indiana. He has extensive training in the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS) and the School AMPS. He is also the inventor of the patented Aquatic Stabilizer Apparatus, the first aquatic-based therapy device that allows individuals with cerebral palsy to swim with little to no assist. It was the recipient of the 2012 Maddak Award for "Best Innovation of the Year".

In addition to his clinical occupational therapy expertise, he has also been active with David Copperfield's Project Magic" since 1982. He has assisted in developing "Project Magic" programs for hospitals in many states and has made numerous presentations to university audiences on the programs benefits. David Blaski's background and post-professional education and training in working with SPD allows him to speak on this subject matter such that participants will have practical knowledge and understanding they can use the next day.