Beyond Physical Therapy: Incorporating Evidence-Based Psychological Skills to Help Clients (a Well-Being course)
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Clients struggle with managing pain and disappointment, maintaining motivation and adherence, and decreasing overall stress associated with an injury. These obstacles are not easily solved by traditional physical therapy techniques or strategies. When incorporated into a physical therapy session, evidence-based psychological skills can help reduce or eliminate these common obstacles faced by clients. Unfortunately, psychological skills are often absent in physical therapy graduate programs and continuing education, leaving physical therapists unprepared to help their patients overcome these difficulties. Mindfulness and self-compassion are two evidence-based psychological skills that can effectively address each one of the obstacles. To help equip physical therapists, the purpose of this presentation is to (a) discuss the importance, effectiveness, and research supporting mindfulness and self-compassion, (b) identify common barriers faced when using psychological skills with clients, and (c) apply simple, practical strategies to incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion into a physical therapy session.
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David Schary
PhD
David Schary, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Winthrop University. His mission is to help people understandthe importance of the psychological and social aspects in their everyday lives. Dr. Schary’s research interests include performance, leadership, and well-being across a variety of domains (e.g., medical profession, emergency services, wildland firefighters, and athletics). Currently, he is researching the relationship between well-being and performance. In addition to teaching and research, Dr. Schary is a performance consultant for Winthrop Athletics, the U.S. Forest Service, and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Dr. Schary completed his PhD in Exercise and Sport Science, with a concentration in Exercise and Sport Psychology, and Master of Public Health at Oregon State University. He also holds a Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Studies from Smith College and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of California, Davis. Prior to academia, he coached rowing at the high school, collegiate, and masters levels. As a transplant to South Carolina, he spends his free time exploring the area with his wife and twin daughters.
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