Who are Allied Health Professionals?
AHPs work with individuals from all age groups and within all clinical specialties. Their particular skills and expertise can be the most significant factor in helping people develop and maintain their independence through both physical and mental rehabilitation. Where do Allied Health Professionals work? AHPs work across many sectors and settings including health, education,social services, primary care, secondary care, the independent and voluntary sectors. There are specific AHPs working in specialist mental health roles. They include art therapists, dietitians, drama therapists, music therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and speech and language therapists. What do Allied Health Professionals do? AHPs make a valuable contribution to mental health service users via promoting positive mental health. A unique contribution of AHPs is their ability to meet the combined mental and physical health needs of service users.
