A systematic process that utilizes recreation and other activity-based interventions to address the assessed needs of individuals with illnesses and/or disabling conditions, as a means to psychological and physical health, recovery, and well-being. A Recreational Therapist works in conjunction with their patient to restore, remediate and rehabilitate their level of functioning and independence in life activities, to promote their health and wellness as well as reduce or eliminate the activity limitations and restrictions to participation in life situations caused by an illness or disabling condition.