Charlie Clark

Continue to offer diagnostic assessments for community mental health team patients, who are having difficulty availing themselves of identified treatments for their mental health challenges because of undiagnosed autism. Our MDT was successful in suggesting a test of change because we noticed that some of our patients were being failed by services, purely because their undiagnosed neurodevelopmental condition made existing group-based interventions inaccessible. I mainly use the autism clinical interview for adults (ACIA) and it has been a helpful tool with regards to helping patients access the appropriate services when they need them. I continue to advise my MDT colleagues on all matters related to autism.

Provided occupational therapy for moderate to severe mental health conditions. I continue to

• I have applied cognitive behavioural therapy techniques to manage anxiety and depression. My particular specialism is focused on dual diagnosis clients with autism spectrum condition and co-morbid mental health problems. Within my MDT I am considered an authority in the support and treatment of the above-mentioned client group.
• Assess patients thoroughly to support accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Develop treatment programmes to enhance quality of life.
• Motivated clients to enhance employability, occupational performance, self-care, and leisure activities.
• Delivered vocational rehabilitation support to facilitate successful return-to-work outcomes.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions to strengthen social interaction among patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic patient care delivery.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals to deliver integrated patient care.
• Educate caregivers on therapy strategies to support continuity at home.
• Adapted activities to match individual needs and promote independence.
• Use goal-setting strategies to drive maximum functional independence.

Drafted comprehensive case reports to ensure effective team communication.