Importance Of Occupational Therapy

Why I Chose Occupational Therapy
Growing up, I had never heard of an occupational therapist. When first exploring my career options I decided to shadow a physical therapist at a pediatric outpatient setting. This was my first experience in any type of therapy setting, and I enjoyed every moment with the PT and her patients. However, it was during an hour break that I was prompted to sit in with one of the OTs. I was drawn in immediately. I would have never imagined that the utilization of games, puzzles, and the tasks they were performing, would assist as a part of their therapy. I was fascinated by the interactions between them, and how each activity unknowingly challenged the mental and physical abilities of the child. Afterwards, the OT explained how each task was a part of the therapy, and it made complete sense. I felt overwhelmed with interest, intrigue and curiosity. I had to know more about Occupational Therapy. After doing some research, I realized that OT was far more widespread than I realized, and carried an influence in many different areas of society. It became apparent that this career was an important asset to the medical and educational communities, and I knew that

As an OT, you choose to serve those with disabilities in all forms, and give your skills to support them in reaching their optimal independence. In OT you see wholeness in weakness. Occupational therapist are self-less, humble and compassionate. I feel drawn to this profession and everything that it stands for. So strongly, that I know that someway, somewhere, and somehow, I will become and OT. I want to give what I can to those who need my services, and strive to be an advocate for the both the patients and profession. I want to be the therapist, that motivated and inspired someone to never give up, and to reach his or her maximum potential. I want to give my life, so that they can live theirs to the