What is the Intentional Relationship Model?
References
- a model which conceptualizes the relational aspects of importance to occupational therapy practice
Bonsaksen, T., Vollestad, K., & Taylor, R. (2013).
The Intentional Relationship Model. Use of the Therapeutic Relationship in Occupational Therapy Practice.
Taylor, R. (2008). The intentional relationship
occupational therapy and use of self. Philadelphia: F.A. Davis.
Goals of our presentation
Intentional Relationship Model
- Define what is the intentional relationship model.
- How is it applicable in the field of Occupational Therapy.
- Why the model is important.
- What the different modes of occupational therapy are and why they are important in the intentional relationship model.
How is it applicable?
- allows occupational therapist to improve their relationship with their clients
- helps occupational therapist to adjust their occupational modes based on the client's interests
Modes of Occupational Therapy
- advocating
- collaborating
- empathizing
- encouraging
- instructing
- problem- solving