From Observation to Taking the Lead - OTA Fieldwork: Part 2 of 4
Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:00:08 +0000 · 00:58:03
Episode notes
EJ, Chantal, and Sarah discuss:
- How they feel after completing 3 weeks of fieldwork
- Shifting from observing to leading their own groups
- Distinguishing OTs unique value in mental health services
- What to do when your treatment plan backfires?
- Therapeutic use of self
- Learning to read the patients
- Daily and momentary goals
- How their days are structured
- Differences in supervision
- The emotional toll of working in mental health
- The role of our own biases
- Changes in responsibilities expected in the next few weeks of fieldwork
- Advice for students going into fieldwork