Kelly Mahler

Kelly Mahler is an award-winning occupational therapist, author, and interoception groupie known for her boundless curiosity and empathetic approach. Holding a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, she has served school-aged children and adults for over 24 years. Kelly is author of 12 resources including The Interoception Curriculum, now used in over 30 countries worldwide, and is the winner of multiple awards, including the 2026 American Occupational Therapy Fellow Award and the 2020 American Occupational Therapy Association Emerging and Innovative Practice Award. She enjoys speaking internationally on interoception, neuro-affirming practices, and playful strategies for inner exploration using a lens of curiosity, validation, and empathy.