What Is Occupational Therapy's Distinct Role in School Mental Health?

Course overview

Dr. Susan Bazyk, an esteemed expert in occupational therapy's role in addressing the mental health needs of children and youth, joins us to explore how therapists can play a pivotal role in promoting mental well-being within school settings. In this episode, she and host Nicole Quint highlight the unique contributions occupational therapy practitioners bring to school mental health through success stories from the field, focusing on practical strategies that go beyond traditional one-on-one interventions. Tune in to discover actionable insights on applying a tiered approach to mental health and how to advocate for OT's full scope of practice in school settings.