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Description of Setting
Description of Setting
Occupational therapy practice within the mental health setting can vary due to the broad range of settings, populations, diagnoses, and patient needs. Although intervention may differ depending on setting-specific factors, occupational therapy practice within the mental health setting often focuses upon increasing client’s insight into their mental health struggles by expanding their skills utilized to manage their emotions, thoughts, and feelings. As a result, clients can establish and restore their engagement in meaningful occupations, roles, and routines to promote a life worth living.
Setting Structure
Setting Structure
Interprofessional Team Members
Behavioral Specialists
Case Managers
Child Life Specialists
Mental Health Partners
Nurses
Psychiatrists
Psychologists
Recreational Therapists
Social Workers
Structure
Typically 45-minutes to 1-hour long sessions, daily to weekly depending on the individuals plan of care
Sessions can take place in a variety of locations, including: inpatient psychiatric facilities, community based programs, substance use treatment facilities, residential facilities, correctional facilities, or homeless shelters
Common Diagnoses
Common Diagnoses
Check out this list of the most common mental health conditions seen in this setting. Each diagnosis is paired with a short description. Find more information on some of these types of conditions below.
Common Interventions
Common Interventions
Group Therapy: Facilitating collaboration between individuals to meet their goals
Motivational Interviewing: Resolving ambient feelings and finding internal motivation
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Becoming aware of thinking patterns and feelings towards challenging situations
Sensory Integration Therapy: Understanding and addressing sensory processing challenges
Community Integration: Supporting individuals in accessing social, educational, and professional opportunities
Vocational Training: Preparing individuals for training and eventual employment or independence
Social Skills Training: Improving social skills through real world interactions
Expressive Activities: Using art modalities for creative expression to enhance awarness and personal growth
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Additional Resources
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