PROS AND CONS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

[@llclo2098]

Your videos make me so excited to keep pursuing OT!

[@LovelyyOT]

llc lo that makes me soo happy !! Keep going :)

[@Olivia.Rose2]

I’m a sophmore in highschool and I want to become an OT and hopefully move to Nevada :) sometimes I’m scared I’m not going to be good enough but this video helped a lot! It is a really rewarding job

[@LovelyyOT]

YAyyy do it! I love OT ! You wont be disappointed

[@Desireeiyorah]

I’m about to start by journey to becoming an occupational therapist and this video has made me so excited! Thank you

[@LovelyyOT]

Desireeiyorah yayyy welcome hun

[@SLIMHARDAWAY543]

Subscribed to your channel.... if you don’t mind returning the love ❤️

[@beautyblack4506]

Very helpful. I love the video. Thanks

[@kimberthomson2963]

Good information! Especially the price about being a traveling therapist. Thanks for sharing!

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you so much for watching

[@Prestelle]

Your hair is so pretty!

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you so much , :)

[@jugglerjoe]

Great Great Video! You got everything down. Its often good to start as OTA and then go back to school for OTR. Shadowing for those who aren't sure if they want to do it is a great way to see it first hand.

[@LovelyyOT]

Absolutely , shadowing is the best idea

[@Rah39]

Hi! I'm currently a licensed teacher looking to transition to OT. I've always wanted to do this, as I knew I wasn't going to retire as an early childhood teacher. I find your videos very in formative. Keep'em coming!

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you for watching :)

[@joesynak2812]

I am a social studies teacher looking to move into OT. Education is not what I thought it would be. I hope OT will be a good fit for me.

[@nayshmajones9811]

Joe Synak literally the same. Have you decided on your transition?

[@Ash-fx7go]

I'm a teacher as well. Definitely looking to transition into OT as well. So glad I found these videos. I need a change fast!

[@brittneyscales8154]

Same Anita did you ever switch?

[@mikeishamangham7438]

Hey I would like to hear more about productivity level, evaluations, and progress notes and deeper details. Also I would Iike to know what's it's like being a minority in the field of occupational therapy and if this career can help pay off the amount it cost to obtain the degree in greater details I feel like it's really hard to find information on those two topics.

[@LovelyyOT]

Heyyyy I filmed a video on productivity and evaluations, I will include the rest of your suggestions in my to film list :) thank you sooo much

[@ShoshanahShear]

Yes, you can pay off your tuition, but that depends on where you work. Salaries vary from country to country. The salary in the US is definitely better than where I am.

[@teirraholmes7979]

You are amazing! I am getting ready to apply to graduate schools and your videos are so helpful. I live in Georgia, but I have my heart set on schools in Texas. It is good to know that the job market is good especially in Texas.

[@LovelyyOT]

Teirra Holmes awww thank you soo much love! Yes Texas is def part of the top 5, CA is better thou :) goodluck :)

[@shaeluv7]

Thank you so much for the info. I was a nursing major. But I'm thinking of occupational therapy. I dont mind the studying.

[@LovelyyOT]

You soo welcome hun , if you need anything hit me up and goodluck 😊

[@bridgetbradford5548]

For someone who is considering OT as a career, these videos are so helpful!

[@LovelyyOT]

Bridget Bradford thank you! ::)

[@thepunisher9928]

Thank you! This was really helpful. Trying to make a difference and make more money and what I do now with my undergrad degree is so boring. Working on a computer 8 hours a day doing data entry for pharma companies. It’s not fun and it’s just barely paying the bills. Think it’s time I did something more :)

[@LovelyyOT]

OMG YES ! I would be miserable as well ! def try OT :) its def more active

[@samanthaadioetomo5480]

so great and helpful. thanks, lovely!! ❤️

[@LovelyyOT]

You welcome

[@remmybrown6866]

I’m studying OT in the UK so not always sure if I can relate to what you talking about but this was very useful and universal😊😊

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you soo much, hows OT in UK?

[@sabrinacabina]

This was helpful. Thank you ❤️

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you

[@evelynandrade6173]

Thank you so much for all the information!!

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you for watching

[@lkeyonna45]

Found you channel because i’m looking for my career path! I’m about to graduate in 2020 with my health science degree with a minor in psychology & i’m thinking about applying for OT school in Houston. Your videos are so helpful!❤️

[@LovelyyOT]

Keyonna Lewis thank you soo much 😍😊 goodluck :)

[@Dimps567]

Thank you for this! Soooo helpful!

[@LovelyyOT]

You welcome

[@shawnwedlow6657]

Extremely helpful thanks for sharing 🙏🏾

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you for watching

[@kayyykay]

Yes please do a video about productivity because I always hear about this. What it is, how you make it work, etc. Can you also talk about ethics, which is another complaint that I hear about, especially in regards to SNF's. Thanks!

[@LovelyyOT]

YES, I made a video on this already

[@justjulieeee]

are you still going to do a COTA VS. OTR video? I am very interested in the differences between them.

[@LovelyyOT]

I did make the video yes lol , Is coming :)

[@LovelyyOT]

I just posted it today just for you lol

[@justjulieeee]

LovelyyOT thank you so much! Loved it and very informational!

[@karenmoise8375]

What’s typically the schedule of an occupational therapist?

[@LovelyyOT]

It varies depending on where you work , I dont have a set time that I work ( typically between 8:30 - 6pm) depending on how my day goes

[@veritrust295]

I think i really love the hand therapy outpatient setting. Is there a lot of job opportunities for OTs in this area? Job availibility always seems huge for the snfs and home health settings

[@LovelyyOT]

I honestly do not know a lot about hand therapy, however I did one of my level 1 fieldwork at a hand therapy clinic and did not care for it.

[@avengers4life4ever75]

There are a few hand therapy clinics in the Bay Area. I am always interested in that which is why I wanted to become an OT in the first place. So is it possible to work in hand therapy as an OT even without the ‘CHT’ title?

[@LovelyyOT]

Avengers4life 4ever you can shadow but You can not work as a hand therapist unless you get the certification which I heard is soo hard to-get

[@SLIMHARDAWAY543]

Enjoyed this video. Man O Man I’m on the fence but very helpful. I just graduated with my bachelors and considering OT or military 😤😤

[@jamariwatts1244]

Me too!! Its a hard choice!

[@LovelyyOT]

Welcome :) Either way am sure you will love it

[@tashahaddock2964]

Hey! This is going to sound so dumb but I have been wondering for a long time! When you're working with a client how do you know what the best thing for you to do with them for their specific needs? Thank you!

[@LovelyyOT]

You conduct an evaluation and ask the patients whats meaningful to them

[@tashahaddock2964]

LovelyyOT Thank you! I’ve always wanted to go into occupational therapy and you’ve helped me a lot!

[@tararozario9091]

could you give some advice for recent undergrads looking to get into OT school. For example interview advice, readings for at home learning, or just more exposure to the profession, in general, to be more competitive. I'd be grateful to get any form of advice.

[@LovelyyOT]

Hey , shoot me an email , [e-mail]

[@allysworld9276]

Im trying to pursue a career in OT the pediatric side of it and your videos are making me extremely excited !! I have an interview with an early intervention program as an OT assistant and I am very nervous.. any tips ???

[@LovelyyOT]

Hey being nervous is part of the process lol , but dont let it take over ! Im recording new videos today and the rest of the week and interview tips is on the list to film! :) But just like any interview be professional , dress to impress, ASK QUESTIONS ! about the company and the Job, practice if you need to with someone :) STRENGTH AND WEAKNESS QUESTIONS IS VERY POPULAR

[@avengers4life4ever75]

Also, usually the first question is why you want to become an OT. What type of OT you want to be or currently interested in. Plus, work ethic/studying habits. Question on group work, ‘how well you work in groups’, why you applied to this particular school (don’t say location as the primary example, be more descriptive than that- My mistake!), difference between OT vs PT- supposed to be a tricky question according to the interviewer (prepare to give examples of what an OT does in different settings- I messed up on this as well because I did not gave correct answers to Geriatrics OT). I only shadowed pediatrics at the time, so I only gave examples based on that setting. Also, casual questions such as where you live and where are you going to stay during the program. That sums it up based on my experience!

[@LovelyyOT]

Avengers4life 4ever thank you!

[@itstrinadecartier.7036]

Hello, have you ever worked with patients privately such as part-time home care? If so, was this job easy to find, and would you prefer this for newly college graduates?

[@LovelyyOT]

Hey hun, I haven’t yet but I would like to in the future

[@dperkwoopdwoop]

Can you tell me a little more about the schooling and what it entails? How long is it total? Is there clinical hours involved? Where do I start?

[@LovelyyOT]

dperkwoopdwoop hey yes I will add this to my filmlist ! I haven’t been uploading due to some personal issues! But I will be back soon with more vids:) email me @msfavor08@gmail if you need an immediate response

[@B.NC.2020]

I loved watching your video. I’m just afraid I don’t have much experience to qualify for an OT masters program, as I only graduated with a bachelors in Psychology.

[@shylablack7572]

Hey I am actually observing under an Ot who got their BA In psychology and I did as well so it that should be fine

[@LovelyyOT]

I did the same undergrad

[@missboredprincess]

Can you make a video where you discuss the productivity more in depth?

[@LovelyyOT]

missboredprincess I have one already uploaded:)

[@messer3353]

This video is amazing, I really appreciate it, i have a quick question, so being an OT, we can choose ourselves which settings to be working as or we have to work in a setting we been told ?

[@LovelyyOT]

You can choose whatever setting you want to work at, I would strongly advise you get a clinical EXPERIENCE in that setting ! it will make it easier when you start working as a new grad.

[@messer3353]

LovelyyOT Thank u ! x

[@libragoddess5990]

I love everything about it. I gravitate towards helping others specially the elderly. But the only thing that puts me off is the cleaning poop /vomit part 😩 I don’t care about blood

[@LovelyyOT]

You don't have to clean poop, I personally don't mind. But you can get the CNA to do it prior to therapy

[@t.c.5456]

Good luck. You ARE going to see the poop and urine a lot.

[@emilygleeson7087]

I’m studying OT next year, thank you for your video! I’m from Australia and excited to begin university. :)

[@avengers4life4ever75]

I heard you only need a bachelor’s over there for OT and PT. You guys are so lucky! Here in the U.S, a masters degree is required for OT. Doctorate’s for PT.

[@emilygleeson7087]

Avengers4life 4ever wow really! Yeah PT is just a bachelor with a really high entry score, and that’s all. Nothing like the process of getting into dentistry or medicine at all. That’s interesting! Wish it was the same for you guys.

[@emilygleeson7087]

Avengers4life 4ever and same for OT- just a high entry score because it’s a competitive course.

[@avengers4life4ever75]

Yeah, this is why it is harder and longer to get into the OT program. It is just competitive out here in the States, especially here in California. Best wishes to you Emily, and good luck in the OT program!

[@emilygleeson7087]

Avengers4life 4ever thank you very much! All the best to you too :)

[@katleengeeal4052]

Hi! I've always been passionate about being a PT or OT since I care for my disabled grandma but ever since entering college I've been really discouraged and doubting if I am smart enough to actually get through the journey of all the schooling!!! I wasn't the brightest in high school so I'm not so sure if I'm smart enough to get the degree :( Help me! Or please make a motivational video :((((((

[@katleengeeal4052]

they say that you can do anything if you put your mind through it but is that really true? ever since my sister moved out, it's just been me and my mom to take care of my grandma but most of the time my mom is at her 8-5 job and I'm left to take care of my grandma. It gets really overwhelming because I'm currently just completing general eds and I'm already getting overwhelmed having to study while taking care of my grandma. Escpecially now since you said you need to be spending A LOT of time studying. She also has dementia so it could get really hard sometimes and really take a toll on my mental health. Can I really do this?

[@LovelyyOT]

@@katleengeeal4052 Yes it is absolutely true, the mind is one of our most powerful weapons

[@danielletate3797]

Would it help or count as experience if I’ve worked with Special needs kids as like care giving and working for a school ?

[@LovelyyOT]

Danielle Tate absolutely

[@awsell99]

I just discovered your channel and I can't stop watching! I am a sophomore in ungrad and your videos make me so excited to got to OT school! Thank you for making these videos, they are so appreciated!

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you soo much for watching

[@meahm7791]

Hey girl! My name is Meah I love your channel I’m in school for OT right now, I wanted to ask you if you prefer working with children or adults? And how often do you work with both?

[@LovelyyOT]

Thank you Meah, I work with adults ONLY no children :)

[@jugglerjoe]

Adults, geriatrics pays better than pediatrics but mental health area is also an option.

[@TalenJourdan]

Hi I’m thinking of being an OT, I also happen to be in a wheelchair (Spinal cord injury). I’m wondering if I could still do well and if I am at a disadvantage as I won’t be able to lift heavy objects? Do you think I could still be a OT?

[@LovelyyOT]

You can work in a different setting , there are plenty of options :) so yes . Community OTs,for example.

[@shaniqualewis2299]

Do OT’s get an office? How often you get an assistant? How often you have students observe you?

[@LovelyyOT]

OTs work in many different settings and positions and every setting is different; I have a desk that I work at with my laptop, depending on where you work you will have assistants, if you work in hospitals and SNFs, you will have OT assistants to supervise, as far as students, it all depends on when the opportunity presents itself, I havent had the opportunity yet but am sure it will happen and you also need to practice for at least a year before taking a student.

[@rpierrot12]

Hi.. I know you've mentioned having your bachelor prior entering the OT program for 3 years.. can it be a bachelor's in anything or does it have to be focused on the OT program..

[@LovelyyOT]

Rootsie Root you can get your bachelors in anything :)

[@slimevids5452]

LOVE UUUUUUU

[@ticklehill5822]

Got comments on PDPM?

[@LovelyyOT]

I have to understand it all first lol

[@pcdihealth]

Thanks for the information. I think I will continue to look for another license program haha. I was a nurse's aide before getting my degree and I am not trying to clean another patient

[@avengers4life4ever75]

Actually, not all OT really have to deal with that sort of thing, only in home care, nursing facilities, and even rehab/urgent care. If you work in private clinical settings such as Pediatrics, you don’t really have to deal with any of those stuff. The only messy ‘task’ in a pediatric private clinic that I saw as a shadower was tooth brushing. That’s it. There is of coarse eating and feeding goals, but that is total doable. OT is a great field and very broad, so don’t limit yourself to just Nursing home facilities, home care, and rehab.

[@LovelyyOT]

Avengers4life 4ever Thank you soo much for interacting on here 🤗🤗

[@veritrust295]

Also if i may ask, what was your starting salary as a new grad with no experience?

[@LovelyyOT]

Salary varies based on a lot of factors such as setting, location , experience. I can not say for sure what everyone gets however, I know you should be getting paid at least high 30s an hr to low 40s to start.

[@avengers4life4ever75]

From what I heard in California, it is similar as well but mostly in the 40s or 43ish range each hour. That is not bad though for starters in any profession.

[@LovelyyOT]

Rte ?! Its def a great start

[@avengers4life4ever75]

Right now, I am reapplying to OT for this year’s cycle. I applied 2 years ago to three OT schools, got called in for an interview last year, but got denied there. Because of this, I went back to school at a community college for the past year and a half or so to retake a few major pre-reqs such as Anatomy, physiology, and Stats in order to improve my grades for those classes. I had a C for those classes which is not good at all for grad schools in general. So I went back to improve that, I also taken several more pre-req classes in order to stay competitive and broaden my choices of OT programs. Any advice for reapplying? Do you think I’ll get in this time around? The schools that I previously applied to where in the LA area, so I’m guessing those schools are really competitive?

[@LovelyyOT]

Avengers4life 4ever the improvement in your grades will def help boost your chances , yes

[@MF-ed8tp]

Great video! I start graduate school in 2 months for OT can’t wait! Question: what type of setting would you suggest for a first timer OT post graduation?

[@LovelyyOT]

The setting in which you completed your LEVEL 2 fieldwork , it will make the transition easier :)

[@ShoshanahShear]

This reminds me of a blog post I recently wrote about my love hate relationship with OT. The paperwork and meetings or unpaid overtime expectations definitely are hard. Licensing in the US is hard with a different license for each state. But not all countries are like that. Only the US. The fact no-one knows what OT is, is why I wrote a book to help explain it. You can find my book: "Healing Your Life Through Activity - An Occupational Therapist's Story" on amazon and other online bookstores.

[@LovelyyOT]

I will def check the book out , thank you. I started this channel because of just that. I felt that theres not enough OTs out there making enough noise :) and teaching about this career.

[@ShoshanahShear]

You are right. I have started a KZbin Chanel for the same reason. I need ideas of what to do videos about, hence finding your video :) How long have you been an OT? I'm sad to still be hearing OTs say "No-one knows about OT". I've been an OT for 27 years. Things should have improved in 27 years.

[@LovelyyOT]

Shoshanah Shear I graduated last year:) am still a baby OT still learning

[@leemodel5540]

Germany is even worse with its OT. Nobody here know what it is, or they know and have only 2 pictures in head: 1) just like PT Or 2) paintings and stuff in psych. 😂😂😂rip tho :,) ur better off telling them- I'm just like an PT but I also look mainly into ur occupational-well being while doing daily activities

[@samueltonzlegend1681]

I think you should start travelling the whole world to educate people on what is really OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY. Much love from OTs in Namibia❤❤ and perhaps create a whatsapp group🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@LovelyyOT]

samuel tonata I think its a wonderful 💡 thank you so much