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The Tree Theme Method in psychosocial occupational therapy: a case study.

A Birgitta Gunnarsson¹, Jan-Ake Jansson, Mona Eklund

¹Department of Health Sciences, Division of Occupational Therapy, Lund University, Sweden. birgitta.gunnarsson@ltkronoberg.se

Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy

|January 6, 2007

Summary

The Tree Theme Method (TTM) uses creative tree drawing and storytelling for psychosocial occupational therapy. This case study shows TTM

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Area of Science:

Psychosocial Occupational Therapy
Creative Arts Therapies
Psychology

Background:

Occupational therapy interventions often utilize creative and narrative-based approaches.
The Tree Theme Method (TTM) integrates occupational storytelling and creative activities.
This study describes the TTM for psychosocial occupational therapy.

Observation:

A case study involved a female client with anxiety and depression.
The client painted symbolic trees representing different life stages (present, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, future).
These trees served as prompts for life story narration.

Findings:

The Tree Theme Method (TTM) facilitated life story exploration and identification of life themes.
The intervention aimed to help the client develop new strategies for daily life.
A three-year follow-up indicated the potential long-term impact of the TTM.

Implications:

The Tree Theme Method (TTM) shows promise as an intervention in psychosocial occupational therapy.
Further evaluation research with multiple clients is recommended to understand TTM's process and outcomes.
The TTM may offer a unique approach to therapeutic narrative and personal change.