The Occupational Therapist’s Role in Family Violence Cases

Family violence leaves deep and lasting impacts on survivors and their children. In the aftermath of such trauma, you might first think of counselors or doctors for help—but an often overlooked professional can also play a crucial role: the occupational therapist (OT). OTs are health experts in daily living who help people function in their home and work lives. This means they have a unique part to play in helping family violence survivors both heal and seek justice.