Sometimes the training provided by physical therapists is not enough, If you need help learning to dress again, cook or do housework as you did before you became ill or injured, occupational therapists work closely with our team and you to teach some functional strategies, as tolerated by your health. Occupational therapists work closely with our team and you to teach some functional strategies, as tolerated by your health. Occupational therapists focus on your individual needs and concentrate on helping you improving the skills you can reacquire.