Episode 106: The Use of Complementary Health Approaches in Rehab with Brittany Ferri, MS, OTR/L, CPRP
Complementary health approaches (CHAs) can expand a provider’s ability to address mental health across patient populations. Because CHAs vary in effectiveness and reliability, this episode will address some typical pitfalls and provide tips to discern effective CHAs from lesser ones.
topics covered:
Understand the terminology associated with Complementary Health Approaches.
Learn about the basics of some common complementary modalities.
Recognize the implications and considerations for practice
This podcast is accompanied by an audio course offered for ASHA CEU credit by SpeechTherapyPD.com
Resources
Check out Brittany’s Book: Complementary Health Approaches for Occupational Therapists
Complementary Health Approaches: Advising Clients About Evidence and Risks PDF
Materials from the US department of Health & Human Services: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
Complementary, Alternative, or Integrative Health: What’s In a Name?
Providers digest: Mind and body approaches for stress science
Thanks, Brittany for these resources!
Brittany is an occupational therapist and the owner of Simplicity of Health. She has clinical and leadership experience in behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth. Her business provides health writing, program development, and clinical consulting for a range of organizations. She has been quoted as a health expert in numerous publications, including NBC News, WebMD, CNN, and Healthline.
Brittany has written four books and lectured at 20+ OT programs across the nation. Her most recent text, “Complementary Health Approaches for OTs” offers a wealth of knowledge for therapists wanting to take advantage of complementary modalities in their practice.
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