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💻📞 Telehealth has become an essential tool for delivering mental health services as an OT. To help you make the most of it, I’m sharing our top 5 tips for telehealth for mental health OTs! From choosing the right technology to incorporating digital tools, this guide is packed with practical advice to help you improve your virtual sessions and build strong therapeutic relationships. Key takeaways include: 1️⃣ Selecting user-friendly telehealth platforms with interactive features. 2️⃣ Creating a comfortable, distraction-free environment. 3️⃣ Incorporating digital tools like mood tracking apps. 4️⃣ Building rapport through active listening and empathy. 5️⃣ Setting goals and monitoring progress using screen sharing. Want to learn more? Check out the full document and upcoming workshops in the comments below. Let’s continue delivering impactful care, no matter the distance! 🌐 #Telehealth #MentalHealthOT #OccupationalTherapy #VerveOTLearning #Teletherapy

I love this chapter. Over at Urgent Optimists, this was my focus, and it's heartening to see the products and people who were signals of hope in this area become powerful leaders. #MentalHealth #WellBeing #Awareness #DigitalWellness

Online therapy works 🤓 Cognitive behavioural therapy or #CBT is a form of psychotherapy that helps us recognize and modify detrimental thought patterns and behaviours. It has been proven to be effective for a variety of #mentalhealth concerns, like depression and anxiety but also chronic pain. A recent study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found little to no difference in the effectivenes of in-person and therapist-guided remote CBT across a range of mental health and somatic disorders. This finding was unaffected by type of clinical condition, length of follow-up, or whether CBT was provided individually or through group sessions. This is good news as therapist-guided, remotely delivered CBT can be used to facilitate greater access to mental health care, as well as remove both financial and physical constraints for users. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, #virtualhealthcare, spanning from walk-in appointments to therapy sessions, has surged in popularity because of its convenience and accessibility, particularly benefiting individuals residing in remote communities. Connect with our team today to learn more about our mental health programs that include virtual therapy and iCBT programs, so your employees can gain access to ongoing mental health support in a timely and accessible manner.

Today is Mental Health Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting mental well-being worldwide. Leveraging #TrendVue, Savanta's AI-powered trend monitoring and inspiration platform, it was easy to uncover some key trends in the mental health space: 🌿🧘Mind-Body connection. There’s a growing emphasis on holistic well-being, with consumers seeking products and experiences that promote both mental and physical health. 📢💬 Brand advocacy. More brands and companies are now vocal about the importance of mental health, evident in their marketing and community support campaigns. 🏢💼Employer support. Post-pandemic, employers are increasingly accommodating mental health needs through flexible work arrangements, remote work options, and a stronger focus on work-life balance. 📈💡Proactive programmes. Companies are implementing comprehensive programmes and resources to support employee well-being, recognising the significant impact of mental health on productivity and retention. 📱🤖Tech integration: The use of technology in mental health support is on the rise. AI-powered mental health apps, wearables, e-triage services and therapy bots are providing immediate assistance and self-help tools. 💚#MentalHealth is crucial for everyone — employees and employers, consumers and product/service providers, and policymakers alike. 🌟Would you like to understand what your stakeholders expect from your brand and how you can validate or enhance your organisation’s mental health strategy? Get in touch with me and the #Savanta team to dive deeper into these insights and explore how we can support your initiatives. #MentalHealthDay #Wellness #SavantaInsights #TrendVue #Technology

💙 𝗛𝗥 & 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲! 💙 As we launch emote Care, we’re excited to share an exclusive £𝟮𝟱 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀! Let your team know theres a new welcoming platform on the scene for them to start their therapy journey. A few reminders on why we are worth trying: 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: emote Care goes beyond listing therapist names; it supports clients’ entire therapy journey with secure video calls, easy scheduling, and in-platform messaging to streamline the experience. 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘆-𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: emote Care’s end to end encryption ensures that only you and your therapist have access to your mental health data. We can't see it. 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: With therapy sessions starting as low as £35, emote Care ensures that mental health support is within reach for a wider audience. Therapists set their own fees, so there’s an option for everyone. 𝗡𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗻𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀: Clients pay only for the sessions they book, making the process commitment-free and transparent—no hidden fees, just straightforward support. If you’d like to explore further on how we can work together to support your team’s wellbeing, please reach out to me directly. #EmployeeWellbeing #MentalHealthSupport #HR #emoteCare #NewPlatform #TherapyDiscount #PeopleOps

To the Leaders in Suicide Prevention: When Silence Speaks Louder Than Words Last November, amidst a personal crisis, I sought help from the institutions I trusted. Despite openly sharing my darkest thoughts at a VA facility, I was left without a safety plan or follow-up. My concerns were ignored, my voice unheard—echoing down empty halls. Leaders or Shadows in Suicide Prevention? While working alongside leaders in suicide prevention, I felt abandoned. Leadership isn't about titles—it's about action, and all I needed was someone to ask the hard questions they often forget. A Light in the Dark: Bowie, My Lifesaver When I was about to give up, my dog Bowie broke through barriers to save me. His actions showed more leadership in suicide prevention than I had ever seen. A Mission Born from Despair At a recent reunion, memories of lost friends from the Battle for Husaybah reignited my commitment to support veterans. Inspired, I'm driving changes at The Wellness Effect with AI-driven avatars that echo your voice and mirror your emotions, crafting personalized safety plans. We're revolutionizing mental health support, ensuring providers can focus more on patient care through AI tools that reduce administrative burdens. This is not just innovation; it's essential for effective care. Join Us: Empowering Change Through Technology Our mission goes beyond technology; it's about transforming actions in suicide prevention. Join us in ensuring every call for help receives the response it deserves. Read Full Article: https://lnkd.in/gvpywCtb #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #VeteranSupport #AIHealthcare #TheWellnessEffect #increasethereach

The workplace change that transforms TBI recovery Understanding concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in the workplace is essential, as they can have both visible and subtle impacts on cognitive and physical functioning. 🏢 Strategies for better accommodating potential effects include: 1. Focusing on education about TBI symptoms and recovery 2. Having open and early communication 3. Offering flexible work arrangements Implementing cognitive and physical breaks, setting realistic recovery expectations, using assistive technology, and encouraging peer support also help foster a recovery-supportive workplace that benefits both the individual and the company. #TBIrecovery #workplacesupport #recoverysupport

The workplace change that transforms TBI recovery Understanding concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in the workplace is essential, as they can have both visible and subtle impacts on cognitive and physical functioning. 🏢 Strategies for better accommodating potential effects include: 1. Focusing on education about TBI symptoms and recovery 2. Having open and early communication 3. Offering flexible work arrangements Implementing cognitive and physical breaks, setting realistic recovery expectations, using assistive technology, and encouraging peer support also help foster a recovery-supportive workplace that benefits both the individual and the company. #TBIrecovery #workplacesupport #recoverysupport

Do you think technology can be a force for good? Read on to hear some interesting insights. The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) highlights how digital equipment and programs can assist workers with mental health conditions. While these technologies can pose some challenges, they also offer opportunities to better manage symptoms and enable continued employment. The guidance emphasises the importance of piloting and monitoring the use of devices, as well as adopting a flexible and inclusive approach to supporting workers' mental health. By fostering a culture of awareness, early intervention, and tailored work accommodations, employers can help these workers remain productive and valued members of the team.  Remember, most workers with mental health conditions can keep working successfully with the right support. It's all about creating a workplace culture that's all-inclusive, where everyone feels safe to speak up about their needs. Book a consultation with us and let's work together to create a mental health friendly workplace and implement a comprehensive strategy!  #workplacewellbeing #digitalwellbeing #flexiblework #inclusiveworkplace #mentalhealthatwork

Today we are encouraging our employees to step away from screens and digital devices as we take part in #techtimeouttuesday. Technology has become a vital part of work and home life but excessive screen time has been linked to poor physical and mental health. So today, let’s step away from that screen and enjoy the benefits of taking a break. #techtimeout #digitaldetox #bettermentalhealth