Episode 135 - VBT Study Hall: Treatment Planning
What exactly is treatment planning and why do some therapists dread having to do it on a regular basis? This episode is Carrie’s love letter to treatment plans – why they are used, how they can improve therapy outcomes, and why Ben is wrong in his stubborn resistance to writing out a detailed plan for every client.
Show Notes:
Effective Psychotherapists: Clinical Skills That Improve Client Outcomes
Theory-Based Treatment Planning for Marriage and Family Therapists: Integrating Theory and Practice
Contra Costa Behavioral Health Clinical Documentation Manual
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Treatment Plan
Personalizing Psychotherapy: Assessing and Accommodating Patient Preferences