TheraPlatform aims to provide occupational therapists with the best resources and has created this list of occupational therapy blogs making waves in 2021.  Blogs were selected based on excellent content, unique insight, potential applicability to the reader’s practice, recent activity, and overall quality. ...

In 2010, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) created an expanded definition of recovery to include people who are both suffering from addiction and mental health illnesses.  The principles of recovery apply to both populations.  Therefore, the content of this article pertains to both individuals recovering from mental health illness and addiction....

Top rated physical therapy schools can be found not only by searching the internet for a list of PT school rankings but also by making a list of the elements of a DPT program that are important to you and comparing schools that fulfill your own personal criteria. ...

Person-first language recognizes that a person is not defined by their disability or diagnosis. It is a way to order language so that a person is seen as a human being first and not just whatever malady they suffer from. The idea of person-first language enjoys overwhelming support among helping professionals. ...

Group therapy occurs when one or more therapists facilitate discussion within a group of people on a specific topic or a more general process. A highly effective treatment modality in it's own right. For some problems, group therapy activities is preferred....

Having a clear understanding of what a SOAP note is, and how to write one both thoroughly and efficiently can be a huge help to SLP’s. A note is completed after every speech therapy session. It may be shared with the client and/or his or her caregiver, as well as insurance companies....

The profession of Physical Therapy is trending toward more and more specialization in 2021 as we recognize how patient outcomes are improved when therapists can reach a level of expertise and mastery in their field....

Grounding Techniques are exercises used to take back control of your mind and body from anxiety and other problems. Grounding helps people focus on themselves in the present rather than worry over aspects of their life that may be out of their control....

Top Occupational Therapist Certifications of 2021 | Pursuing a certification can broaden your skillset, allow you to offer the latest evidence-based interventions, provide top-notch client education and help you stand out from other providers....

What is Emotional Literacy? Understanding Concepts, Current Research, and Resources for Therapists. TheraPlatform Worksheets: List of Emotions, Emotion Faces, Emotion Assessment...