WHAT IS OT (Occupational Therapy)? | the unknown health profession

So what is occupational therapy? It's so diverse, we work in so many settings yet no one knows what we do. In this video I explain:
1. What is OT
2. How OT can help
3. What an OT session looks like
4. Who OT can help
My name is Cristal and I'm a second year occupational therapy student. I made this channel to share my OT journey and advocate for a profession I'm truly passionate about. I really want this to be a space where we can learn from each other and share ideas so if you're a student, clinician, or someone who's interested in learning more about OT then subscribe to my channel for NEW VIDEOS EVERY THURSDAY!
video suggestions are always welcome :)
contact info:
instagram: @cristaljreyes
email: [e-mail] (business inquiries only)
Animations in this video were done by my brother Bryan Reyes!
Instagram: @bryanimations
Twitter: @bryanreyes0202
email: [e-mail] (business inquiries only)

[@itscristalj6447]

What's your OT elevator pitch? :)

[@Stash_box]

PT may help you walk down the hall..but OT will teach you how to put your pants on before you leave your room ^_^

[@karleepritchard926]

LOVE your videos. Your channel is the most fun and engaging channel I have seen when it comes to the topic of OT! I hope to one day have an OT youtube channel similar to yours or a podcast!! keep it up girl!

[@itscristalj6447]

Thank you so much! It really means a lot! ❤ Can't wait to see your channel when you start :)

[@cthescientist]

Best OT definition video I've seen! Thank you!

[@itscristalj6447]

Thank you so much!!

[@kassielizirosei]

i'm thoroughly enjoying your videos! Thank you ! You're helping me prepare for my application as well as making sure I know and understand what I am applying for!

[@mariapelkey5600]

Great Job!! explaining what OT is.

[@itscristalj6447]

Thank you! :)

[@lauren7246]

I’m about to interview tomorrow for the OTA program I want to get accepted into and your videos have helped my nerves so much! Thank you for sharing!

[@kaitseb8053]

I just encountered this video..... and lemme just say THE EDITING/lil animated storyboard/drawings on this?!? This is top-tier content!! 😂 Well-done, thank you so much for making this video!! Watching these videos are boosting my confidence tackling this applying/admission process :,)

[@febdenise12]

Love love love this!!! ❤️

[@itscristalj6447]

Thank you!!

[@reypressplay6912]

Cristal!!! You are a natural youtuber! So funny so natural and so informative! Great animation by the way was this Bryan?!

[@itscristalj6447]

Thanks Reyna!!! ahhh honestly that means so much cause I feel so awkward when I'm filming these lol! and YES they were Bryan!!

[@amauche9234]

You have no idea how much you have helped me. Thank you very much

[@itscristalj6447]

no problem! Glad I could help!! :)

[@deereneee]

Just Subscribed :) you’re super natural and so funny!

[@itscristalj6447]

thank you so much, you too!! Can't wait to see your channel grow :)

[@ruchie3461]

Your videos are so good thank you so much.

[@itscristalj6447]

thanks so much! glad you find them helpful! :)

[@daystojaem3004]

Hi ! I recently found your channel and I'm super glad that I did!! I just watched your other videos of your friends major in undergrad, and ur introduction to ot, differences btn ot and pt, your introduction to channel and now this
Literally a marathon btn ur videos hehe and I subscribed u just now as well
I've a few more questions that I would like to know more about :)
-what did you major in for bachelors ?
- what major and minor combination do you think is the best and helpful for majoring in OT later?
- do you think u can still manage to do some part time jobs while majoring OT??

[@itscristalj6447]

Thank you so much for your support! I really appreciate it~ I actually answer those questions in this video: th-cam.com/video/fIhmugpfNW4/w-d-xo.html
but the short answer to your questions:
1. psychology
2. exercise science & kinesiology or psychology
3. You can as long as they're flexible with their hours

[@gabbdonn]

I always tell them Physical Therapy but for hands. 😂

[@kaylenaledoux7599]

What was your undergraduate degree? I’m having a hard time deciding what undergrad major to choose?
What area do you work in for OT? Like mental disorders, Hospital, kids?

[@kevinliu5335]

u rock

[@itscristalj6447]

no, you rock :)

[@reyislora262]

ItsCristalJ 🙏🎁🙏👍

[@amandaewles3895]

Could you make a video describing the different specialities, settings, etc that you can practice OT :) that would be so helpful!

[@itscristalj6447]

yes! I'm actually planning on filming that for next week :)