Evidence & Impact
PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE RESEARCH
The Burn In Model is an evidence-informed, conceptually grounded,
and practice-oriented framework developed through research,
lived experience, and global collaboration.
What is The Burn In Model?
The Burn In Model is an evidence-informed, conceptually grounded, and practice-oriented framework that was developed through a layered and iterative process.
It integrates established occupational therapy theory, behavioral science, narrative and mapping literature reviews, lived experience, and international practitioner input. The model continues to evolve through ongoing research, collaboration, and real-world application across settings and countries.
We are committed to transparency, critical reflection, and responsible development as this work grows.
Current Evidence
Lived Experience
Literature Review
We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
Reflective Practice
End-User Feedback
We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
Global Collaboration
We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
Pilot Testing
Where You
Can Find
Our Work
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Crispe, R., & Luken, M. (2026)
The Burn In Model: A Lens and Language for Reframing Burnout and Living in Alignment.
Crispe, R., & Luken, M. (2026)
The Burn In Model: A Brand New Model of Occupational Therapy.
The Occupational Therapy Hub.
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Luken, M., & Crispe, R. (2025)
The Story, Science, & Soul of The Burn In Model
Towson University Scholarship DayTowson, MD, United States
Luken, M., & Crispe, R. (2026)
Burning In, Not Out: A New Paradigm for Addressing Burnout and Living in AlignmentPoster presentation, World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) Congress
Bangkok, Thailand
Bouritsas, A., Luken, M., & Crispe, R. (2026)
The Burn In Model: An Occupational Therapy Perspective on BurnoutPoster presentation, 1st Annual International Congress of Occupational Therapy (ICOTH)
Komotini, Greece
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Current Research Partnerships
St. Louis University (USA)
University of Findlay (USA)
LaTrobe University (AUS)
Towson University (USA) - capstone?
Hawaii Pacific University (USA) - capstone?
DITIPRIYA? (India)??
“I truly believe that The Burn In Model© is going to be very impactful in our profession — an ember to occupational therapy that will continue to ignite or reignite the fire in professionals, clients, students and more.”
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— DR. MARLA DAVIS, PRIVATE PRACTICE OWNER + ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
IDEAS THAT IGNITE
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