Occupational Therapy Theory and Process: Mental Health

Catalog description

Establishes a foundational knowledge for assessment of persons with mental health and psychosocial challenges in various contexts including the use of subjective and objective measures. Emphasizes the utilization of evaluation results to implement evidence-based, theory-driven interventions that support participation and occupational engagement for individuals and groups across the lifespan. A comprehensive introduction to occupational therapy practice in mental health, including selected theoretical perspectives and conceptual models of practice as applied across the lifespan to individual, groups and populations. Explores therapeutic approaches and communication with application of therapeutic use of self, professional reasoning, emotional intelligence, empathy and a client-centered, collaborative approach. Develops clinical reasoning and skills through experiential, self-directed and case-based learning. Designs and facilitates individual and group interventions.