Mental Health Occupational Therapy Association
Helping people be their best and find their way
Transforming mental health care
What is mental health OT?
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Person-centered care that acknowledges the connection between physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing
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Empowerment through identifying strengths and potential as opposed to vanquishing symptoms
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Help for living well with and managing mental health challenges
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Working in partnership to achieve desired personal goals and outcomes by getting to know people's values and beliefs--not just what's "wrong" with them
Our Focus
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Self-advocacy to overcome challenges faced by occupational therapsts (OT's) and occupational therapy assistants (OTA's) and the people we serve
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Creating purpose and fostering personal growth through meaningful activity
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Wellness strategies for sobriety and dealing with difficult emotions
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Comprehensive evaluation and assessment that accounts for strengths as well as challenges
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We work to ensure that the unique value and contribution of each person is honored, so they can fully and joyfully participate in life.