Sullivan choreographs original dance/theatre works, develops interdisciplinary research projects and performance collaborations, and creates film/media/movement projects. Sullivan founded the Center for Dance, Movement and Somatic Learning at Stony Brook University in January 2009, creating the vision and scope for the new interdisciplinary center. She has developed and directed the Dance Program at Stony Brook University since 1986. In addition to her university work, she serves as a consultant for business, industry, education, and private clients through The Habitat for the Arts. In addition, she is Artistic Director of IronWorks on the Edge, a professional media/performance company.