Denise Martin OT MAPPCP

Expert skills are CRUCIAL when caring for children with cp and other neurological conditions. Get in touch today to book a spot on our next Introductory Bobath Course for the assessment and management of children with cp. https://ow.ly/IQhS50R8jmc #PediatricTherapy #BobathApproach #CPManagement #ChildDevelopment #TherapyTraining #CPAwareness

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Which Anxiety Therapy Is The Most Effective? 🌟 This is a really good question and the answer depends on your situation, such as past trauma, general health and other factors. Typically, in the past, counselling & CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) have been the main approach by the NHS with medication use not far behind. The challenges, according to our clients with CBT & counselling therapy, is that it’s just not that effective for anxiety, it’s a slow process that can often take many months or years, it can make the issues worse & NHS waiting lists are often very long. Most of the anxiety clients that we see each month have previously tried 2 or 3 rounds of NHS or private counselling or CBT with most reporting it helped a little to start with & then the issues returned to their previous levels.

As an invited advisor and external reviewer of the UK Parliament POSTnote 733 on supporting neurodivergent children and young people, I’m thrilled to see this important document in its final form (and to see 7 citations to publications I have authored! 📚✨). Key Points: 🔹 Breaking Barriers: Neurodivergent children face lengthy diagnosis waits ⏳ and postcode-driven support gaps 📍, impacting their health and education. 🔹 Voices That Matter: Effective support means involving neurodivergent children and families 🗣️👨‍👩‍👦 in policy-making and creating smooth, joined-up service pathways 🔗. 🔹 Rising Demand, Urgent Needs: Growing awareness of neurodivergent conditions is putting a strain on healthcare and education systems 🏥📘, emphasizing the need for increased resources and proactive strategies. Read the full briefing here: https://lnkd.in/dWe4GRDf #Neurodiversity 🌈 #UKParliament 🏛️ #POSTnote #SupportNeeds 💡 #Neurodivergent #InclusivePolicy 🤝 #MentalHealth #ChildAdvocacy #EducationReform 📖 #HealthEquity

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Would you like to learn why holistic, person-centred care is so important to those being given care? Join our workshop on Person-Centred Care and Holistic Approaches on Tuesday 16th July to find out more about holistic, person-centred approaches and how these helps achieve outcomes for service users.  Book your free ticket here - https://lnkd.in/gtjeeRcY

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What's Occupational Therapy? Within integrated health and care systems, occupational therapists can deliver better outcomes and create a more sustainable system for all. #OTWeek24 Royal College of Occupational Therapists

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My second paper on suicide is published today. I really hope it will be helpful both to those bereaved and in reducing the persecution that pervades after a death...please let me know any thoughts and do read with care. BJPsych Journals

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Discover our FREE Guide for General Practitioners: Recognising and Supporting Interoception, Alexithymia, and Pain Perception in Autistic Individuals. This resource can help your clients navigate their healthcare journey with confidence when visiting a GP. Download now - link in bio! Have your clients ever experienced this? We'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments. #Meltdowns #Shutdowns #Neurodiversity #AutisticSupport #EmotionalDysregulation #Interoception #Alexithymia #AutismAwareness #InclusionMatters #MentalHealthSupport #AutisticAdvocacy #SensoryAwareness #ADHD #Autism #Autistic #Neurodivergent #AutismAcceptance #SocialWork #MentalHealth #Therapy #Resources #TherapyResources

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Did you know that Occupational Therapists specialise in making everyday activities easier and safer for people, especially elderly individuals who wish to stay in their own homes? Read more on how Occupational Therapists help the ageing population live at home longer in our latest blog >> https://loom.ly/oOoAP4A #agedcare #occupationaltherapy #safety

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For #PsychologicalProfessionsWeek, Sherwood Oaks Inpatient Psychology team share more about their psychology professions, how they care and support patients within the service and what they love about their roles. #PPW2024

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Sensory processing challenges may be observed when working with individuals with a diagnosis of Dementia. These challenges vary considerably from person to person as the condition progresses. However, this can offer therapists the opportunity to use a sensory approach to intervention when working with this client group which aims to empower the clients, their families and carers to promote meaningful participation, wellbeing and quality of life. This two-hour webinar aims to: Explore the developing evidence base around the use of sensory approaches with clients with Dementia To consider the value of offering a sensory approach to clients, families and carers of individuals with a diagnosis of Dementia To encourage therapists to reflect on their current practices, and how they can incorporate a sensory lens when working with clients with Dementia https://lnkd.in/epG4ttaD #dementia #mentalhealth #olderpeople #elderly #occupationaltherapy #sensoryprocessing #sensoryintegrationeducation

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How can #SupportBrokers assist with discharge planning for people with #LearningDisabilities and #Autistic people who are living in inpatient mental health settings? Sarah shares some thoughts in this short clip from our recent #vlog about the new statutory guidance. Read the guidance here: https://buff.ly/3VfpQl9 Watch the full vlog here: https://buff.ly/4bXxPun

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What are your main considerations when deciding what to charge for therapy? This blog has some great pointers and reflections. How do you find your rate? https://lnkd.in/eq6B8j_B

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Towards the end of OT week I share another example of this dynamic profession

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👇🏼 So much to like in this comprehensive account of EMDR. 💡 I particularly like Dr Justin Havens EMDR Consultant use of accessible language. 🖊 Dr Havens writes about how EMDR can transform our relationship with the symptoms of trauma, particularly if we are constantly reminded of a traumatic experience or event. 👩🏼‍⚕️ As an integrative therapist, not all of my clients approach me specifically for EMDR therapy. 🧠 This means that not all clients present with traumatic memories. 👤 For example, recently, I have helped a client with a phobia. ⁉ This phobia had no links to any related traumatic experience. 🖇 The link is a fear of helplessness. This fear links to a childhood bereavement. Dr Havens adds that the manifestation of trauma shows up in a number of mental health difficulties including: ➡ depression ➡ anxiety ➡ addiction ➡ behavioural issues ➡ relationships challenges 🔎 The link to trauma is not always obvious. 👥 It's up to the therapist to sit alongside the client and understand their personal journey. 🧠 EMDR is about facilitating a space to let our brains adaptively process. ✨ As someone who has experience of EMDR both as client and practitioner, there really is something life changing about how this happens. 🎤 I spoke at the BACP conference earlier in the year about how I incorporate EMDR into my coaching practice. I help clients: ➡ prepare for promotion ➡ overcome public speaking nerves ➡ prepare for pitches ➡ prepare for interviews ➡ overcome writers block #emdr BACP #therapy #therapist #coach #growth #change #traumainformedpractice

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As a healthcare professional how confident do you feel in addressing grief and bereavement? You often witness the deep grief and sadness of families and friends. Responding to these intense emotions can be challenging. Our friends at End-of-Life Essentials have just launched a Bereavement Care eLearning module. This free module, funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, is designed to strengthen your skills and confidence, helping you make a meaningful difference for patients, grieving families, and yourself. Take a look, it only takes 35 to 40 minutes to complete ➡️ https://ow.ly/Lrpw50TLfT5

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💻 Upcoming AHA CPD Learning Community monthly webinar: 'Difficult Conversations - Techniques for tackling tricky discussions at work and in the clinic' taking place on 17 July. It's one of the most sought-after skills in modern healthcare...navigating difficult conversations. The need to have a difficult conversation can come up at any time, often without notice. Difficult conversations like: - Addressing an issue with a colleague - Putting forward a different opinion about the best care for a client - Asking for something important (like extra resources, time to participate in professional development, or even changes to working conditions) This webinar, presented by Ned Jelbart (Health Educator and Exercise Physiologist), will help you be ready in advance and equip you with skills and strategies to successfully plot a course through conversations like these at work and in the clinic. Through completing this webinar, you will: - Gain an understanding of key elements that are common to most difficult conversations - Feel more confident to ‘dive into’ difficult conversations when you need to - Be prepared with a six-step process that you can use to navigate difficult conversations in various settings Difficult conversations can feel threatening. But with the right skills, they can often be re-framed into opportunities. Instead of falling into fight or flight, use proven skills in navigating difficult conversations to get things just right. This webinar will include a presentation with Q&A and discussion. 🎟️ To register for this webinar and to view all other scheduled AHA webinars, please visit: https://loom.ly/GKvUlWE ------ If you're already an AHANA member, you will receive free membership to the AHA CPD Learning Community within The Allied Health Academy. This grants you access to all of our future monthly AHA webinars, plus the above benefits, at no additional charge. 🌐 Becoming an AHANA member has a multitude of benefits - gaining free access to the AHA CPD Learning Community is just one of them. To find out more about joining AHANA, click here: https://loom.ly/jw8Smto ------ #AHAs #AlliedHealth #FreeWebinar #AlliedHealthAssistants #TheAlliedHealthAcademy #AHANA

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Stress... 😥 🧠 😞 #nationalstressawarenessday We all have times when it is all a bit too much.. Working in general practice offers many challenges... Check out this link from GP online 👇 which offers valuable advice on how to cope when things feel a little more demanding...💙 https://lnkd.in/dZAH7WK6 #stress #gp #primarycare #nhs #bwhs

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