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Mental health nursing and occupational therapy

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When health difficulties affect everyday life, practical support and understanding can help you find your footing.

Mental health nursing offers support with managing mental health conditions, navigating recovery and concerns around addiction. Care is shaped around your circumstances, working alongside other professionals where appropriate.

Occupational therapy (OT) focuses on the activities and routines that matter to you. By exploring what feels difficult and finding manageable ways forward, occupational therapists help you build confidence, develop skills and work towards greater independence.

Meet the Team

Understanding nursing and occupational therapy support

How can a mental health nurse help?

Mental health nursing can support people in understanding and managing difficulties that affect their wellbeing and daily life. The practitioner’s profile explains their particular experience and the services they offer.

What does an occupational therapist help with?

Occupational therapy focuses on the activities and routines that matter to you. Support may help you explore difficulties with everyday tasks, work, education or participation, and find practical ways forward.

Can I arrange support directly?

Most appointments can be arranged directly. Contact the practitioner to explain what you would like help with and ask about their assessment process, availability and any referral requirements.

Can this support work alongside other care?

It may complement care from a psychiatrist, psychologist, GP or another professional. Ask the practitioner how they would work alongside your existing support and what information would be helpful to share.