Description
With the rapidly growing demand for mental health care there is a need for efficient and effective psychological treatment options. Low Intensity Psychological Therapy has become well established in the England Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programme as a beneficial and versatile treatment option for mild-moderate symptoms of depression and anxiety. A Pragmatic Guide to Low Intensity Psychological Therapy: Care in High Volume, provides a guide to Low Intensity Psychological Therapy from the perspective of the Low Intensity Practitioner. This book describes the Low Intensity role as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to psychological care. The authors use a series of case vignettes, personal experience and current literature to help navigate the context of the role and its potential for ethical and safe expansion.- Offers a practitioner perspective on the efficacy research of Low Intensity psychological interventions in adult populations, with a focus on working with diversity- Aims to support Low Intensity Practitioners in developing competency within the role, with a focus on reflective practice, supervision, and personal wellbeing- Includes case vignettes and examples to explore the real world implementation of Low Intensity interventions in group and individual settings including the management of long term physical health conditions- Explores the benefits and pitfalls of the current role of the Low Intensity psychological practitioner within the IAPT programme- Discusses the expansion of the Low Intensity psychological practice to international regions
Table of Contents
1. Low Intensity Psychological Interventions2. Defining Success3. Training and Competency4. Working with Challenging Social Contexts5. The Role of Low Intensity Psychological Interventions in Physical Healthcare6. Working Inclusively with Gender and Sexual Diversity7. Psychological Practitioner Wellbeing8. Navigating Relationships and Therapeutic Boundaries9. Reflecting on Interpersonal Practice10. Supervision11. Professional Identity12. Discussing International Applications
