Psychosocial Occupational Therapy

Associate Professor Nancy Carson works in the Division of Occupational Therapy at Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA.

• Part 1: Introduction1. Occupational therapy in mental health: Historical and current perspectives2. Therapeutic interpersonal skills3. Group processes4. Using the occupational therapy practice frameworkPart 2: Theoretical approaches and occupational therapy assessment5. Occupation-centered practice models6. Psychosocial theories7. Cognitive approaches8. Sensory modulationPart 3: Mental illness and occupational therapy practice9. Mood disorders10. Anxiety disorders11. Schizophrenia12. Substance use disorders13. Neurocognitive disorders14. Feeding and eating disorders15. Other psychiatric diagnosesPart 4: Practice considerations16. Emotional impact of physical illness or injury17. Pediatric mental health18. Trauma-informed care19. Complementary and integrative health20. Prevention and advocacy

5 Stars! "...a concise, informative title of current occupational therapy theory and practice for collaborating with individuals with mental health concerns.... serves a unique purpose in the world of mental health books for Occupational Therapy Practitioners (OTPs).... This book covers the expected historical background and updated DSM diagnosis and recommended interventions and approaches per specific diagnosis. It also covers a thorough review of therapeutic use of self with practical responses, and group dynamics and process, the bedrock of much of psychosocial occupational therapy intervention.... focuses on four main approaches, which align with current best practice and supporting evidence: occupation-centered, psychosocial, cognitive approaches, and sensory modulation. These focus areas are described in a manner that allows them to be applied in any practice setting,... also includes chapters on current practice considerations including pediatric mental health with a section on school-based occupational therapy and trauma-informed care. This book holds a unique place in the field of occupational therapy." Review by Melinda Cozzolino, OTD, OTR/L, MS, CRC, FAOTA (Ithaca College), ©Doody's Review Service, 2025. Doody's Score: 99, 5 Stars!