This chapter views recovery through multiple perspectives, focusing on the
lens of personal recovery in the mental health context. The process of personal
recovery may be as unique as the individuals experiencing it. However, some common
themes are discussed, including the presence of connection, hope, optimism, identity,
meaning, and empowerment. This chapter draws on the lived experience of mental
health consumers to highlight the role of occupational therapists in recovery and
breathe life into the theoretical concepts discussed throughout. Examples of how
occupational therapists may use strengths-based and person-centred approaches to
facilitate recovery and engage consumers in the occupational therapy process are
provided. In addition, this chapter emphasises the importance of shared decision-making and describes the unique considerations when working with diverse
populations including culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, individuals who
identify as LGBTQIA+, and individuals who are neurodivergent.
Keywords: Mental health, Neurodivergent, Occupational therapists, Personal recovery, Recovery.
