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Exploring the application of acceptance and commitment therapy by occupational therapy practitioners: a scoping
John V Rider1,2, Abigail E LaVerdure1,2
1School of Occupational Therapy, Touro University Nevada, Henderson, NV, USA.
JBI Evidence Synthesis
|January 7, 2025
Summary
This scoping review examines how occupational therapy practitioners use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It synthesizes information on ACT application, client concerns, settings, and reported outcomes in occupational therapy practice.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Therapy
- Psychology
- Behavioral Health
Background:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a third-wave cognitive behavioral therapy with demonstrated efficacy across diverse diagnoses.
- Occupational therapy (OT) practitioners are increasingly utilizing ACT in their clinical practice.
- A comprehensive understanding of ACT integration in OT is crucial for practitioners, referring providers, clients, and research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of the literature on the use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) by occupational therapy (OT) practitioners.
- To explore how OT practitioners incorporate ACT into evaluation and intervention processes.
- To identify the client concerns addressed, settings utilized, and outcomes reported when OT practitioners use ACT.
Main Methods:
- The review will follow JBI methodology for scoping reviews.
- Searches will encompass multiple databases including PubMed, Embase, Scopus, CINAHL, PsycINFO, OTSeeker, and OTDBase.
- Data extraction will utilize a standardized tool, with results presented via frequency tables and narrative summaries.
Main Results:
- The review will synthesize findings on the application of ACT in occupational therapy.
- It will detail the range of client concerns and clinical settings where ACT is employed by OT practitioners.
- Reported outcomes associated with ACT use in occupational therapy will be summarized.
Conclusions:
- This scoping review will provide a comprehensive overview of ACT integration within occupational therapy.
- Findings will inform OT practitioners, healthcare providers, and clients about the current use and impact of ACT.
- The review will highlight areas for future research in ACT and occupational therapy.
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