The Truth to Transitioning: Development of a Trans* Specific Occupational Therapy Practice Framework Involving an Integrative Care Model

Author

Amanda Gale, Cleveland State University

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Committee Members

Don Allensworth-Davies, PhD, MSc; Karla Reese, DHSc, OTR/L; Beth Ekelman, PhD, JD, OTR/L

Abstract

Transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) clients are underserved by occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) throughout their transition journey. This research based capstone involved completing stakeholder interviews with OTPs and TGD individuals to inform and update an existing occupational therapy model and improve best-practice standards within OT practice when providing services to TGD individuals.

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Publication Date

Spring 2024

Keywords

Occupational Therapy Practitioner (OTP), Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD), Empowerment, Model of Occupational Empowerment, Education, Cultural Competence, Cultural Humility, Advocacy

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy

Recommended Citation

Gale, Amanda, "The Truth to Transitioning: Development of a Trans* Specific Occupational Therapy Practice Framework Involving an Integrative Care Model" (2024). Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters. 54.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/ot_capstone_posters/54