This manual offers care providers a unique combination of evidence-based methods
for adult learning and coping strategy development when training clients individually
or in groups.
Coping strategies help clients to engage and thrive in meaningful self-care, as well
as productive and leisure occupations. The coping strategies are divided into four
categories: health and wellness routines, changing the body’s response to stress, changing the situation, and changing attitudes. Each category contains four modules with
client handouts for coping strategy training, including sleep hygiene, suicide safety
planning, setting healthy boundaries, and cultivating gratitude. Every module contains
a facilitator lesson plan, specific learning outcomes, and examples of expected client
responses to ensure the learning is taking place.
Occupational therapists and other care providers, both novice and experienced, will
find this manual useful to improve efficiencies in practice and provision of meaningful teachings.