Silvi Saxena, MBA, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C, Author at Mentalyc

Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)

The Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) is a widely used clinician-administered tool for assessing the severity of depression. Developed in 1979 by Stuart Montgomery and Marie Åsberg, the scale was…

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Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale (CAPS)

The Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale is a structured interview used for diagnosing and assessing symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in those who have been exposed to traumatic events. CAPS, developed by…

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25+ Behavioral Health Grants for Clinics & Providers in 2025

Behavioral health clinics and providers play a critical role in addressing mental health and substance use disorders, however funding for these organizations can be challenging. Since not all individuals have…

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What is Transference Therapy & Examples

In all therapeutic approaches, there is always an element of transference which occurs. Transference itself is when a client projects their emotions on to their therapist. This happens a lot…

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What is Cognitive Processing Therapy and Examples

Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a therapeutic approach commonly used to treat PTSD and trauma. CPT is a type of CBT specifically formulated to treat trauma related to violence, disasters…

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Behavioral Health Insurance: A Complete Guide for Providers

Behavioral health insurance covers treatments for mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Common services include therapy, counseling, medication management, inpatient treatment, and group therapy. Unlike general medical insurance, behavioral…

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Trauma Informed CBT Techniques & Examples

Trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is a type of therapeutic approach used in individual, couples and family psychotherapy. TF-CBT is more collaborative than traditional CBT and incorporates tenets of other…

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Can You Be Double Licensed In LMHC and LMFT?

Can you be double licensed in LMHC and LMFT? By: Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C Providers can be licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a…

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How to start a private practice as an unlicensed therapist

Starting a private practice can be a challenging endeavor to take on, and as an unlicensed therapist, it may take a few extra steps. In many states, you do not…

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