Personal Philosophies Of An Occupational Therapist

throughout the philosophies of occupational therapy. It becomes an integral part of the therapist. Semour (2012) explains it as planned and deliberate interactions with a client. It is a multifaceted approach involving the building of rapport to establish the relationship with the client, being sensitive to a clients personal experiences and ensuring the therapist practices remain client centred (Semour, 2012). The therapist needs to understand the clients story and show personal sensitivity, respect

The occupational therapy perspective of occupation, health and wellbeing To be able to participate in one 's own life, to do the things we want to do, and to competently perform the activities that form part of our daily, weekly or monthly routines, is a common goal for most people.  This not only includes taking part in the basic activities of self-care, such as grooming and dressing, but also extends to our work and leisure activities.  It is through doing things that we learn and develop as

definition have been emphasised by the interest shown in this subject over the past decade. A working definition to help to reduce confusion was presented at the College of Occupational Therapists' annual conference in 2004 and it was felt that it would be useful both to review the attitudes and practices of occupational therapists in this area and to evaluate how they assess and meet spiritual needs. It appeared that practical spiritual needs were often thought of only in terms of religious and cultural

The use of group intervention by occupational therapists under a cognitive behavioural framework. Haggedorn (2005) defines group work as any activity that involves three or more individuals. The use of therapeutic groups has been a popular intervention technique in Occupational Therapy practice since the 1920’s (Duncan, 2008). Over time and with the influence of varying health care requirements, the nature of group intervention has evolved from activity-focused programmes to groups that implement

one of the first stories I should tell, as it has become the moral bedrock for my entire life and personal philosophy. I could write an entire book office individual stories from my time as a youth and the lessons it taught me, but in the interest of time I will condense it. Scouting taught me to look out for myself and others through countless trainings and even just weekend camping trips. Personal responsibility, dedication, and a dependable work ethic were all things I learned on my trail to becoming

Occupational therapy is grounded in seven core values (AOTA, 2008). Altruism, equality, dignity, and prudence are four of the values that coincide directly to my beliefs and philosophy related to obesity. Altruism encompasses indicating concern for the well-being of others (AOTA, 2015). As an occupational therapist, I need to have concern for every client I have no matter what they look like. Equality means treating everyone fairly and not showing bias. The purpose of taking the IAT test was to display

frames of reference are reviewed in regards to their conceptions of behavior, dysfunction, treatment approach, and their relevance to occupational therapy.

to articulate their role, philosophy, and approach to others within and outside of their chosen field

Introduction Bruce Mueller started his career as an Occupational Therapist (OT) in a general rehabilitation facility. After five years, he specialized in hand therapy at a medical clinic. In 2003, Mueller became an Occupational Therapist at the Gainesville Veterans Affair Medical Center (VAMC). He applied to become the Occupational Therapist supervisor at the VAMC and claimed the leadership position in 2009. Since then, Mueller has been the acting supervisor for the seventeen additional OT’s employed

origins of gardening, and its fulfilment of a human need, date back to 1500bc where archaeologists discovered ancient paintings of opulent gardens by the Egyptians (Cellauro 2015). Recognition of the benefits of gardening as a therapeutic tool in occupational therapy date back to Hartwell (1933). It provides opportunities for social inclusion which is a central component in well-being (Grabbe et al 2013). As healthcare has developed over the last few hundred years so has the understanding that gardening