Episode 32 - Parental & Perinatal Mental Health

In this episode, I am in conversation with Sarah Maris-Shaw and Somia Jan about the Occupational Therapy role in parental and perinatal mental health working with women and babies. 

For more information about the role of the perinatal occupational therapist visit the e-learning link at NHS Health Education England: https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/perinatal-mental-health/or/+ join the RCOT specialist section mental health.

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Episode 31 - Use of Humour in Occupational Therapy

In this episode, I speak again with Alice Hortop from Episode 27, about the use of humour in Occupational Therapy. Alice shares the benefits humour can have during therapeutic interactions and when it is or not appropriate to use it. We also discuss the impact humour/laughing/smiling can have on us as individuals working in stressful environments and how awareness of this is important. Below are some useful links to 

Humour4OT Facebook Group

Laughology Book

Raspberry Training and Therapy

Dr Alex Korb - The Upward Spiral

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Episode 30 – Hoarding & Occupational Therapy

In this episode, I am in conversation in Brigitte Hoare. We have a discussion about hoarding and the role Occupational Therapy can have in this area. Hoarding is often viewed negatively but it is important to understand some of the experiences of those who may engage in this in. Brigitte shares her experiences working in this area with her own independent practice Red Squirrel.

Below are links to some of the resources and websites she mentions.

Understanding Hoarding Book

Help For Hoarders

Digging Out Book

Enabling Spaces

The Collyer Brothers

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Episode 29 – Occupational Therapy In Ghana

In this episode, I am in conversation in Ann Sena Fordie. She is an Occupational Therapist based in Ghana. We discuss both the history and current state of the profession in the country. Ann also discuss about her position as the president of Occupational Therapy Association of Ghana (OTAG) and the impact the association are hoping to have on the wellbeing of the population of the nation.

You can find both Ann and OTAG on Instagram.

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Episode 28 – Sport For Confidence

In this episode, I am joined by Lyndsey Barratt from award winning organisation Sport For Confidence. We discuss the role and impact of Occupational Therapy within the organisation, the power of sport and physical activity and her hopes and vision for the future of the organisation.

You can follow Lyndsey and her colleagues on twitter @Sportforconf and @OT4PA and also on Facebook

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Episode 27 – Involuntary Childlessness

In this episode, I talk with Alice Hortop about her personal experience of involuntary childlessness and the impact it can have on identity, mental wellbeing and the assumptions people may make of those without children. We touch on understanding the importance of both social connectedness and solitude when one may be experiencing difficult times.

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Episode 26 - Pathways To Purpose

In this episode, I chill out with Hannah Manning to explore her journey into Occupational Therapy before discussing her current role and the use of nature and gardening within this. We finish off by diving deep into her mindset coaching work and how she helps individuals unlock thier purpose and potential.

You can find out more about Hannah's mindset coaching work by visiting her website or catch her on Instagram at @hannahmanning

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Episode 25 – Let’s Talk Preceptorship

Transition from a student to newly-qualified in practice can at times be a difficult one. Here in the UK, the preceptorship process is a way of helping newly-qualified Occupational Therapist to make that transition a little bit smoother. In this episode, I speak with 5 Occupational Therapists about their experiences of engaging in the preceptorship process in their first year of practice during the current Covid 19 Pandemic.

Bethany Morgan-Davis - Instagram

Fidelia Prosper  - Instagram

Katy Williams - Twitter

Paul Wilkinson - Instagram

Sophie Webb - Instagram

Below are links to resources for newly qualified Occupational Therapists (UK perspective)

Elizabeth Casson NQOT

RCOT Career Development Framework

OTHub Article

OT and Chill Episode 3

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