PERSPECTIVE article
Front. Psychiatry
Sec. Mental Health Occupational Therapy
This article is part of the Research TopicThe Use of Technology in Mental Health Occupational TherapyView all 3 articles
Perspectives: Technological Writing Interventions in Mental Health Occupational Therapy: Considerations for Ethical and Effective Practice
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- St Catherine University Library, Saint Paul, United States
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The application of creative and therapeutic writing interventions within mental health occupational therapy remains underexplored in the current literature. Occupational therapists frequently adapt approaches from related disciplines, such as psychology, to develop interventions for individuals with mental health conditions. With the increasing integration of digital tools, including online journals, blogs, and artificial intelligence (AI), there is a growing opportunity to enhance occupational therapy practices through creative and expressive writing. This paper provides a concise review of relevant literature, examines current and emerging uses of creative and therapeutic writing in occupational therapy, and explores key practical and ethical considerations for both therapists and clients.
Keywords: Mental Health, Therapeutic writing, Ethics, creative writing, personal writing
Received: 10 Jul 2025; Accepted: 31 Oct 2025.
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* Correspondence: Kristine Haertl, klhaertl@stkate.edu
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