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
We work to ensure that the unique value and contribution of each person is honored, so they can fully and joyfully participate in life.