Sexual activity is only one aspect of sexuality and intimacy that we can address in occupational therapy. Consider anything that may fall into any of the categories in the OT Sexual Assessment Framework. Some examples that folks may be experiencing include difficulty with: engaging in sexual or intimate activitiesfeeling satisfied with…
There's a dearth of sexuality focused patient education materials that showcase diverse bodies, races, genders, and relationship dynamics. This inspired me to create this infographic and handout, with many more ideas brewing for future projects! While this was created to address positioning post joint replacement, these are also excellent positions for…
Sex is considered an activity of daily living and I personally believe that sex, sexuality, expression of gender, and creating intimate and loving connections are just as important to people’s overall health and well-being as any other occupation that is meaningful in their lives. As an occupational therapist, I am extremely…
In an effort to broaden my sexuality and intimacy focused practice skills and offerings, I'm beginning to explore pelvic health occupational therapy. Starting with the OT Pioneers training course through The Functional Pelvis, I'm eager to learn more about this practice area from a much needed OT lens! Physical therapists are…
As I studied for the NBCOT exam, I put together a schedule. Perhaps this will help others on their study path!
As part of my capstone project, I created learning activities to engage students more in the content. With full credit and thanks for Beth Ann Walker, PhD, OTR for developing the Occupational Performance Inventory of Sexuality and Intimacy and the Occupational Therapy Sexual Assessment Framework, I adapted this incredible work to…
I am so proud to have the privilege of presenting alongside a person I admire on a topic that I am extremely passionate about! Live Session is on Wednesday, April 7th. Recording available On-Demand through June.
This design is my reimagination of the Occupational Therapy symbol to represent that we are a health profession that helps clients rise from the ashes and live their lives to their fullest abilities. The design incorporates the American medical symbol as well as the image of a phoenix that other occupational…
