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Research Survey: Exploring the skills and interventions of mental health occupational therapists

Published: Tuesday 12 May 2026

Study’s full title: Exploring the skills and interventions of mental health occupational therapists

University affiliation: La Trobe University

Ethics approval/reference number: HEC25579

Principal researcher: Prof Carol McKinstry

Authors:

  • Carol McKinstry
  • Phoebe Williamson
  • Catherine Daly

Supervisor(s):

  • Carol McKinstry
  • Siann Bowman

Purpose of study: To survey Australian occupational therapists working in mental health to increase understanding about their current practice - who they work with, what interventions and assessments they use, what models of OT they use and what are their challenges and barriers faced.

Participation criteria: Mental Health Occupational Therapists Australia-wide

Survey link: https://latrobe.questionpro.com/t/Ac4IxZ8GBS

End date for survey: TBD

Contact details: E-mail: c.mckinstry@latrobe.edu.au | Mobile: 0448 851 366

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