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¹1Department of Occupational Therapy , Kean University, Union, New Jersey , USA.

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The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) and sensory-based treatment can be blended to support individuals with psychiatric disabilities in achieving wellness and recovery. Occupational therapists can guide clients in using sensory preferences to create personalized recovery plans.

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Psychiatry
Occupational Therapy
Rehabilitation Psychology

Background:

The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a self-management tool for individuals with psychiatric disabilities.
Sensory-based treatment helps individuals explore and utilize sensory preferences.
Both WRAP and sensory-based treatment aim to promote wellness and recovery.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the development of a program blending WRAP and sensory-based treatment.
To explore the role of occupational therapists in implementing this blended approach.
To enhance wellness and recovery for individuals with psychiatric disabilities.

Main Methods:

Program development by occupational therapy practitioners.
Integration of WRAP principles with sensory-based treatment strategies.
Client education on the link between sensory preferences and recovery.

Main Results:

The blended approach was successfully developed for service implementation.
Occupational therapists are positioned to facilitate this integrated intervention.
Clients can leverage sensory preferences within their WRAP.

Conclusions:

WRAP and sensory-based treatment are complementary and can be effectively combined.
Occupational therapy is instrumental in guiding clients to use sensory information for recovery.
This integrated program offers a pathway to improved wellness and recovery outcomes.