As psychology has moved into the digital age and many psychological services are provided remotely, risk management has become more complicated and more important as the new technologies present new risks. In addition to the traditional risks to practitioners, the new risks include issues surrounding interstate practice, the increasing problems presented by negative online reviews, […]
Mental health professionals working with children, regardless of whether the services involve treatment or evaluation, are likely to encounter high-conflict parents. This situation is sometimes unpredictable and develops during the delivery of services. Dr. Marc Martinez discusses the characteristics of high-conflict parents, the elevated risks they present, and risk management strategies for reducing exposure to […]
Primary care is an important setting for improving identification and treatment of people at risk for suicide. Dr. Dueweke outlines evidence-based practice considerations for behavioral health consultants (BHCs) tasked with conducting suicide risk assessments and safety planning interventions in integrated primary care behavioral health (PCBH) settings. She will also discuss findings that highlight the importance […]
Recent advancements in technology have provided new opportunities for the remote delivery of mental health services. These same developments have also contributed to the increasing mobility of service recipients. Dr. Marc Martinez discusses strategies for managing risk as it relates to interjurisdictional mental health practice.
Clinical Vignette John is a 54-year-old man being seen by his primary care provider (PCP) for management of diabetes, chronic pain, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. When he screens positively on a brief depression screener at his regular primary care appointment, his PCP asks him whether he would be interested in meeting with the primary […]
Clinical suicidology focuses on the assessment and treatment of suicidal risk in patients, with implications for training and risk management. Dr. David A. Jobes—an expert in clinical considerations for working with patients at risk for suicide—emphasizes a common sense approach to informed consent, screening, assessment, management of suicidal crises, and the clinical treatment of suicide […]
The COVID-19 pandemic required swift and significant practice changes for most clinicians. As we continue to move through this unique time in our history, many clinicians are exploring new models for their professional work, including extending into new areas of practice. Dr. Leisl M. Bryant will focus on risk management strategies relevant to practice expansion […]
Your new patient, Susan, just arrived for her 2:00 p.m. intake session. When she called three days ago asking for an appointment, she sounded alert and upbeat. She said she wanted a psychologist to help her work on “life issues.” Finding an appointment time that fit both your schedules was a smooth and easy process. […]