Conceptual Practice Models

Layers of Knowledge

related knowledge

conceptual practice models

paradigm

Conceptual Practice Model

theory that explains an aspect of practice

practice resources

research to test theory and applied research to test utility of resources

use in practice

OT Conceptual Practice Models

therapeutic relationship models: intentional relationship model (Taylor)

occupational based models: PEO, MOHO

person factor models: dunn’s sensory processing model, cognitive disabilities model

Dunn’s Sensory Processing Model

strategies for assessing sensory patterns and intervention strategies to minimize impact of occupational performance

MOHO

strategies for assigns impact of psucatric condition on values, interests, and personal causation

Intentional Relationship Model

strategies for interacting with person to explore and facilitate their social distress

Related Knowledge for Mental Heath Practice

psychological theories and models regarding psychological state

sociological and anthropological theories (humans in society and culture)

psychiatric and other medical theories/models regarding etiology of various psychiatric conditions

psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery models emerging from interdisciplinary work on the lived experience

Development of a Conceptual Portfolio

a personal definition of OT

a clear sense of the nature of one’s clients and of the services one offers to them

a personal set of values to guide practice

identification of the conceptual practice models one uses to address client needs

identification of concepts from related knowledge that informs one's practice