The process of occupational therapy represents the actions that an occupational therapy practitioner takes to promote engagement and participation in occupation. The process includes involve evaluation, intervention, and outcomes.

The evaluation process is focused on finding out what the client wants and needs to do; determining what the client can do and has done; and identifying supports and barriers to health, well-being, and participation.

The intervention process consists of services provided by occupational therapy practitioners in collaboration with clients to facilitate engagement in occupation related to health, well-being, and achievement of established goals consistent with the various service delivery models.

Objective outcomes are measurable and tangible aspects of improved performance that demonstrate the results of occupational therapy services.