This session will provide an overview of a single session intervention using tools from motivational interviewing, ethnographic interviewing, and psychoeducation that were developed to increase engagement and participation in mental health services in populations where utilization and completion of services have traditionally been low.
This intervention was designed to be culturally relevant and safe for clients from any cultural background. The aim of the intervention is to help the client and clinician partner to address barriers and concerns the client may have related to entering treatment for psychiatric illnesses.
This intervention has been tested in diverse populations of pregnant women, pregnant adolescents, and older adults presenting with mood, anxiety and trauma related disorders. It has been shown to increase initial engagement as well as retention and completion of brief mental health services.
Credits
No partial credit will be given. You must attend the entire session.
CEUs: 0.4 credit will be awarded to participants who attend 100% of the program.
Contact Hours: 4.0 credit will be awarded to participants who attend 100% of the program.
