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Occupational therapists' practice with complex trauma: A profile.

Julia Mason¹, Karen Stagnitti¹

¹School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Australian Occupational Therapy Journal

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Occupational therapists in Australia and Aotearoa primarily use sensory-based approaches when working with children experiencing complex trauma. Participants highlighted the need for supervision, training, and culturally safe practices in this specialized area.

Keywords:

complex trauma cultural competency developmental trauma occupational therapy post-traumatic stress disorders

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Occupational therapy practice
Pediatric complex trauma
Sensory-based interventions

Background:

Complex trauma significantly impacts child development in Aotearoa (New Zealand) and Australia.
Occupational therapists internationally utilize sensory-based, integrative, and functional approaches for complex trauma.
Practices of occupational therapists in Aotearoa and Australia with children experiencing complex trauma were previously undescribed.

Purpose of the Study:

To profile the practices of occupational therapists in Aotearoa and Australia working with children (0-12 years) with complex trauma.
To identify common assessments and interventions used in this population.
To understand therapists' preparedness and perceived needs for supporting children with complex trauma.

Main Methods:

Quantitative results from a mixed-methods study.
A survey was distributed to occupational therapists in Aotearoa and Australia.
Twenty-five participants completed the survey detailing their practice with children aged 0-12 years experiencing complex trauma.

Main Results:

The majority of participants held bachelor's degrees and worked in community settings.
Sensory approaches (56%) and play-based interventions (52%) were most common.
Participants reported a lack of experience and suggested supervision, social support, and practical training.

Conclusions:

Sensory-based practices are prevalent among occupational therapists working with children experiencing complex trauma in Aotearoa and Australia.
There is a need for enhanced supervision, practical training, and culturally safe practice development.
Advocacy and further research are essential to advance this subspecialty practice.