This session will focus on the critical and evolving role of physiotherapy in supporting mental health. As mental health challenges continue to escalate globally, integrating mental wellness into physiotherapy practice has become essential. This session will gather professionals from diverse disciplines to explore innovative approaches, share best practices, and collaborate on effective strategies for addressing mental health through physiotherapy.

Key topics of discussion will include techniques for stress management, methods for anxiety reduction, and a deeper understanding of the physical manifestations of various mental health conditions. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with leading experts who will share valuable insights on how physiotherapy can be harnessed as a powerful tool to promote overall mental well-being.

This session offers a unique platform to expand participants’ professional network, exchange knowledge, and contribute to the future development of mental health physiotherapy. The session is of interest for clinical practitioners, researchers, or even new graduates to find valuable opportunities to enhance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. The session will stimulate participants to think and reflect on the importance of the physiotherapists in enhancing mental health.

This networking session is organised by the International Organisation of Physiotherapy in Mental Health (IOPTMH), the World Physiotherapy specialty group for physiotherapists working in the field of psychiatry and mental health.