Treatment Plan for Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are often very complex and affect multiple parts of a person's life. For many, food is not just food; it is security, punishment, or even a means of…
Evidence Based Practice in Mental Health (With Examples)
Evidence-based practice (EBP) in mental health is perceived as the standard for delivering effective, personalized care. By weaving together scientific research, clinical expertise, and the unique needs of patients, EBP…
Conducting a Successful Therapy Intake With Your Clients
That therapy intake session is where everything begins—part art, part science, and completely essential to get right. In those initial 45-50 minutes, we're not just gathering information; we're setting the…
Clinical Supervision Models
Clinical supervision models provide various approaches based on our stage of development as therapists, the challenges we encounter, and the feedback that best supports our growth. Clinical supervision isn’t a…
Symptom Checklist-90-R (SCL-90-R)
The Symptom Checklist-90-Revised (SCL-90-R) is a powerful tool for uncovering the complexities of psychological distress. Widely used in both clinical and research settings, this self-report questionnaire helps therapists identify and…
Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC)
Childhood trauma leaves deep emotional and psychological scars, often manifesting in ways that can profoundly affect a child’s development and well-being. It can shape the way they regulate emotions, form…
Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) – A Complete Guide
In the fast-paced and increasingly demanding world of mental health care, having efficient tools to screen for psychological distress is essential. The Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) is one such tool—a…
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI): Uses, Reliability, Where to Take the Test
Therapists see the impact of depression in their work every day. It doesn’t discriminate—it affects people of all ages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Depression often starts as a subtle but…
AI in Mental Healthcare: A Complete Guide
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming mental healthcare, offering innovative solutions to address the growing global demand for mental health support. From AI-driven chatbots providing therapeutic assistance to algorithms detecting early…
Most Effective Thought-Stopping Techniques to Use with Therapy Clients
Clients often describe intrusive, repetitive, or negative thoughts as having a life of their own—thoughts that loop endlessly, drain energy, and cloud their focus. For those suffering from anxiety, OCD,…