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Occupational therapy (OT) is the use of assessment and treatment to develop, recover, or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with a physical, mental, or cognitive disorder.ccupational therapists also focus much of their work on identifying and eliminating environmental barriers to independence and participation in daily activities. Occupational therapy is a client-centered practice that places emphasis on the progress towards the client's goals.
The following illustration provides an overview of the key terms of this definition of occupational therapy. 1.2 Key terms in occupational therapy. Occupational therapy focuses on the person wishing to maintain or regain maximum functional ability and quality of life in his daily living and his environment.