Vera Alippi

Vera Alippi is a Lecturer at the Department of Business Economics, Health and Social Affairs (DEASS) of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI). She specializes in occupational therapy with a focus on mental health and psychosocial rehabilitation. Her work bridges academic teaching and clinical practice, particularly in psychiatric settings.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (SUPSI)
• Certificate of Advanced Studies (IUFFP, 2017)
• Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS) License (2019)
• Diploma in Primary Care Mental Health (NOVA University, 2020)

Research Interests: Implementation of occupational therapy services in mental health, psychosocial distress management, and evaluation of therapeutic models like the Vivaio Model. She emphasizes evidence-based practice and clinical integration of occupational science principles.

Key Projects: Led the 2015-2018 project to establish occupational therapy services in Ticino psychiatric clinics, fostering collaboration between SUPSI and healthcare organizations. This initiative included student internships, advancing professional development in the region.

Awards: 2015 TelenThesis Award for academic contributions.

Teaching Roles: Responsible for courses such as Basic Assessment for Occupational Therapy Intervention, Psychosocial Distress, and Professional Development Pathways. Integrates clinical expertise with educational programs to train future occupational therapists.