Beyond the Crash Cart7 Aug 2024

Occupational Therapy Meets Faith with Tina Kraft

Tina Kraft is an occupational therapy assistant professor based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. With twelve years of experience in the field, primarily working in skilled nursing facilities and home healthcare, Tina quickly moved into management roles and now enjoys teaching the next generation of occupational therapists. She also holds a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, focusing on substance abuse and pro bono work with the city’s homeless shelter.

This episode dives into the intersection of professional duties in healthcare and spiritual convictions, addressing the significant question of how practitioners can integrate their identity in Christ within their occupational roles. The conversation covers various strategies for overcoming barriers and fears associated with spiritual discussions in clinical settings, offering listeners actionable advice on approaching patient care holistically. Whether you're a veteran healthcare professional or a newcomer to the field, this episode provides essential takeaways on integrating faith and practice effectively.

This podcast is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Undercurrents Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@undercurrents.ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

If you like what you hear, head over to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to check out what our ministry has to offer!

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