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Video
Hey everybody.
Today I'm, going to talk with you about treatment.
Plans.
What are they.
And.
How do we put them? Together? So, like I, said, Today I'm, going to talk with you about treatment, plans.
Now.
Some of you may not even know what that means.
Now a treatment plan is something that you will put together with your therapist.
And.
It's part of the whole 'plan' for your 'treatment'.
How.
We get you from from point a to point: b, your main goal.
Now.
At the beginning, when you first come in to therapy, Your therapist will ask you, 'what brought you here.
Today?' If I get asked that one more time when I go in to a therapist office, When I had to switch therapists.
'what brings you in here today?' But.
What they're really asking is, What's your main goal.
What's, going on in your life that you're struggling with.
And? How can I help you? That's? Really what they're asking.
And so from the beginning, we're trying to figure out what your main goal? Is.
If? We could help you fix one thing: lickety split,: what would it be? Now? We put that at the bottom of this piece of paper.
Imagine.
This is a piece of paper.
Your treatment, plan.
At.
The bottom goes 'your main goal'.
Why you're here,? What I can help you with.
And we're going to work backwards from there.
So? We can get you there.
Got, it.
Now.
Some therapists may tell you that they are working on a treatment.
Plan.
Some may not talk about it.
It might be something they do.
You know, after hours.
I do a lot of work on them after hours.
But I do also mention it to some of my patients as we kind of walk through it.
So.
Just so you know.
They may say something, they may not.
Every therapist is different.
So.
Once we get your main goal.
Next comes what I call the 'assessment period'.
Now.
That is when we may make diagnosis.
Based on what struggles you have.
Or things that you have mentioned and brought up.
Or.
Maybe diagnosis that we already got from a previous therapist.
All of this kind of depends on your process.
Where you're at.
And.
We may already have a bunch of information coming in.
Or.
We may work with you and try to figure out where you're at, And, what you're struggling, with.
We're going to ask you a lot of questions.
This is when we ask maybe.
Are you in school.
How is school? Going.
How is work.
Going.
Are you in a relationship., How old, is your brother.
How old? Is your sister.
Do you,? How old are your parents.
Are your parents together or are they separated.
All these questions.
About you.
About? What's going on with you.
We may also ask about your history.
How.
You were raised.
And how long your parents have been divorced.
Or, all sorts of things like that to find out who you are, and where you are now.
And.
That really is what I call kind of the 'meat of the treatment plan'.
Is when we are trying to assess where you are, And.
During that time we are going to give you some homework.
Or, some things to try, based on that information.
Those kind of things that I put in workbooks.
The little trial and error things that I talk, about, So that you can go out in the week between our sessions, give them a go.
And.
Then let me know, report, back.
What worked and what didn't work.
Do you follow so far? So.
We have taken your main goal.
We've, put that down at the bottom of our treatment: plan.
We're, assessing you, possibly diagnosing you.
Taking your history.
And.
Then we are giving you some homework and work to do in between.
Now.
This can take a long, time.
A lot of times the process of trial and error, With different plans and trials of things.
We think may work.
Like talking back to that negative voice.
Or getting out of the house two days, a week.
Or.
Maybe calling that friend that you haven't connected with.
It could be a bunch of different things.
It can take us a while to get through them, right.
It just didn't happen.
Overnight.
We can't fix it.
Overnight.
But know that your therapist is spending time in the evening.
Probably right after your session, or at the end of the day.
Going, through this.
Trying, to think of new things.
Trying to research.
What's working for other people.
Trying to put together, maybe some journal topics for you.
To get you from where you are now.
To, your main goal.
And I'm, going to check my notes to make sure I didn't forget: anything.
Oh, and.
The main goal of a therapist.
My main goal for every client.
Is that at the end, they don't have to be in therapy.
Any more.
They can fly free.
But that being said, I, always have an open door.
Policy.
Where my whole goal of this treatment: plan, Is, to get you working on your own using your own tools.
You, have your own tool box of all of the things that have worked.
That.
We have done, talked about in therapy and done in therapy together.
And you're going to use them on your own.
And.
So you feel good being out on your own, using your tools.
And.
You may not have to check in with me every week.
Maybe every other week for a while.
And, then soon enough, you're, thinking, 'I.
Don't think that I need to be in therapy'.
But, then maybe you need to come back for a tune.
Up.
And, one of the most important things that I want all of you to hear right.
Now.
Is that coming back to therapy does not mean that you have failed.
There is no shame involved in it.
It's, not something that's embarrassing.
To be truthful, from the therapist standpoint, It's exciting.
Do.
You know what that means.
That means that you have worked so hard in our time.
Together.
That you have gained such insight.
That.
You have recognised when you are slipping.
And you get back into therapy.
You pre-emptively strike.
We, nip it in the bud.
We, stop it from getting worse, right.
That's really hard to do.
And I am always so proud of my patients who have left and then come back.
That.
They were able to do that.
Because, it's a process, right.
We all slip up.
Sometimes.
We may need a little booster session to keep us going.
That's how life is.
Things get stressful, sometimes.
And.
We need a little extra support.
And.
There is no shame in that.
So, whatever level or whatever stage of your treatment plan.
You are in.
Keep working with your therapist.
And I cannot encourage you enough to be as honest as you can.
Because your honesty around the assessments and what tools work.
Really end up helping you, the most.
Because.
When you leave therapy, I, want you to have a tool box full of things that actually work for you., And ones that you will actually use.
So.
If something's, not working., Speak, up.
If, you need to try something else, let them know.
Because we're here to help you, right.
And I hope that just sheds a little light on what therapists do behind the scenes.
Or after sessions.
Because, I, mean., Some people, wonder, they'll, come to my office, 'so.
What do therapists,? What do you actually do?'? And? That's really what I? Actually, do.
I spend a lot of time on treatment, plans.
And.
So hopefully now you can kind of understand why we have different tools, each week.
And.
Why we challenge you to do something: different.
And, it's kind of our process, right.
So, keep working with me.
Keep checking back.
As.
We work as a team towards a healthy mind, and a healthy body.
I was just thinking.
A treatment plan is really like a road map.
To get us from where we are now.
To, where we really want to be.
It just helps kind of structure: that.
You, know.
And, as always.
Don't forget to subscribe to my channel.
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And.
You don't want to miss them.
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FAQs
What is a Treatment Plan & how do we make one? ›
A treatment plan will include the patient or client's personal information, the diagnosis (or diagnoses, as is often the case with mental illness), a general outline of the treatment prescribed, and space to measure outcomes as the client progresses through treatment.
How do you create a treatment plan? ›- Identify problems. Assessment is an important part of social work treatment planning. ...
- Setting goals and objectives. Both you and your client need to clearly understand the goal that they're working toward. ...
- Selecting interventions. ...
- Develop a stronger treatment plan—and career.
(TREET-ment plan) A detailed plan with information about a patient's disease, the goal of treatment, the treatment options for the disease and possible side effects, and the expected length of treatment.
What is an example of a treatment plan? ›Examples of where treatment plans are critical supportive documents include physical therapy, rehabilitation, speech therapy, crisis counseling, and family or couples therapy. These documents are also useful treatment planners for mental health conditions such as the following: Depression.
What is the main purpose of a treatment plan? ›The Purpose of a Treatment Plan
The primary purpose of a treatment plan is to lead a patient towards reaching their therapeutic goals and allow therapists to monitor their client's progress.
Treatment plan sequencing
Complex treatment plans often should be sequenced in phases, including an urgent phase, control phase, re-evaluation phase, definitive phase, and maintenance phase.
The first step of building a plan is an assessment of the client and their current situation to identify the problems. A problem statement is a clinical report of a condition requiring treatment for that individual.
What are the three parts of a treatment plan? ›A treatment plan will include the patient or client's personal information, the diagnosis (or diagnoses, as is often the case with mental illness), a general outline of the treatment prescribed, and space to measure outcomes as the client progresses through treatment.
When should a treatment plan be done? ›Treatment plans are usually updated on a regular basis, often every six months or so, to allow for changes in your priorities and to reflect on the progress you have made. If something in your life shifts, you and your therapist do not have to wait.
What is an individual treatment plan? ›a. A written individualized treatment plan, referred to as Treatment Plan, is a comprehensive, progressive, personalized plan that includes all prescribed Behavioral Health (BH) services. It is person-centered, recovery oriented, culturally competent and addresses personalized goals and objectives.
How do you write a treatment summary? ›
- Start with your title. A title should be something that encapsulates the essence of your story. ...
- Compose your logline. ...
- Summarize the concept. ...
- Set up the main characters. ...
- Explore the acts. ...
- Epilogue.
A SMART treatment plan outlines the goals and objectives of treatment for a patient. This plan can be used by therapists, counselors, psychologists, mental health professionals, and doctors to ensure patients receive comprehensive care. SMART is an acronym for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What is the most important component of a treatment plan? ›Progress and outcomes: Documenting progress toward goals is considered to be one of the most important aspects of a mental health treatment plan. Progress and outcomes of the work are typically documented under each goal.
Is a care plan the same as a treatment plan? ›A Mental Health Treatment Plan (previously known as a 'mental health care plan') is a plan for people with a mental health disorder. If you have mental health issues, your doctor can write a plan for you.
What are the four types of treatment? ›- Cognitive.
- Behavioral.
- Humanistic.
- Integrative/holistic.
- Defining the counseling problems.
- Determining achievable goals.
- Predicting the treatment outcomes.
- Developing a treatment plan.
Before creating any treatment plan, the dentist must first determine the patient's own treatment desires and motivation to receive care. Patients usually have several expectations, or goals, that can be both short and long term in nature.
What should a minimum treatment plan contain? ›At a minimum, treatment plans should include: A statement of problems to be addressed that are consistent with the diagnosis. Goals to be reached which address each problem.
What is the problem list in a treatment plan? ›What is the Problem List? “The problem list is a list of symptoms, conditions, diagnoses, and/or risk factors identified through assessment, psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, crisis encounters, or other types of service encounters.” Use the Treatment Plan Form to address Problem List requirements.
What is an example of a treatment goal? ›Treatment Plan Goals and Objectives
Examples of goals include: The patient will learn to cope with negative feelings without using substances. The patient will learn how to build positive communication skills. The patient will learn how to express anger towards their spouse in a healthy way.
What is the difference between outline and treatment? ›
An outline is a document used by the writer to set out the basic film story. It is a tool to help keep the story on track. Treatment is an official document and often used as a sales tool. It is often a contractual step that must be completed before getting the green light to go to script.
What are the 5 smart goals? ›Setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) objectives is a good way to plan the steps to meet the long-term goals in your grant. It helps you take your grant from ideas to action.
What is the difference between a recovery plan and a treatment plan? ›“Treatments” are the methods that professionals use to eliminate an addiction, whereas “recovery” is the experience that someone continuously goes through in order to improve their lives after they made the decision to stop using alcohol or drugs.
What are objectives examples? ›Examples of objectives include: I will speak at five conferences in the next year. I will read one book about sales strategy every month. I will work with a coach to practise my networking skills by the end of this month.
What are the four important factors related to treatment success? ›- The therapy technique.
- The therapeutic alliance.
- The client's expectation.
- The client's extra-therapeutic factors.
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What are the parts of a treatment? ›A treatment should contain all the essential elements of the story, including scenes, themes, and the project's tone.
Do nurses create treatment plans? ›Only RNs can develop the care plan and make changes, although LPNs can contribute suggestions. A nursing care plan begins as soon as a patient is admitted and is updated frequently as their condition changes or after an evaluation.
Do nurses write treatment plans? ›Nursing care plans help nurses clarify care goals and prioritize interventions for both short and long-term goals of care. As part of the nursing process, the care plan is created after the nurse has identified a nursing diagnosis. A nursing diagnosis supports the care plan and outlines appropriate interventions.
Do nurses develop treatment plans? ›In a fast-paced and demanding healthcare environment, nurses often face challenges in conveying critical patient information to the interdisciplinary team. This is where nursing care plans play a crucial role, acting as a standardized roadmap that guides the delivery of care.
What are the four steps of treatment planning? ›
- Defining the counseling problems.
- Determining achievable goals.
- Predicting the treatment outcomes.
- Developing a treatment plan.
- Diagnostic Outline. A review of your substance use, medical history, and mental health. ...
- Problem Statement. A few highlighted “problem areas” to target.
- Goals. The main overarching goals of your treatment plan. ...
- Objectives. ...
- Interventions.
These plans are typically used by psychiatrists, psychologists, professional counselors, therapists, and social workers in most levels of care. Treatment plans are strength-based and collaborative, and they aim to reflect the best interests of the person in therapy.
What factors should be considered when developing a treatment plan? ›- Goals (or objectives) Every good treatment plan starts with a clear goal (or set of goals). ...
- Active participation. A treatment plan then follows up with how each party will work to achieve the goal(s). ...
- Support. ...
- Outcomes. ...
- Client involvement.
- Find A Title. Whether the screenwriter is creating a new story or writing a treatment based on an existing script, the first step is to make sure that the screenplay has a good title. ...
- Write a logline. The second step is to write a logline. ...
- Write a synopsis. The third step is to a synopsis.
Ask for It in Writing
Have the doctor give you directions in writing and feel free to ask questions. For example: “What are the pros and cons of having surgery at this stage?” or “Do I have any other choices?” The doctor can work with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your needs.
What is the Problem List? “The problem list is a list of symptoms, conditions, diagnoses, and/or risk factors identified through assessment, psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, crisis encounters, or other types of service encounters.” Use the Treatment Plan Form to address Problem List requirements.
What is a SMART treatment plan? ›A SMART treatment plan outlines the goals and objectives of treatment for a patient. This plan can be used by therapists, counselors, psychologists, mental health professionals, and doctors to ensure patients receive comprehensive care. SMART is an acronym for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What is the most effective mental health treatment? ›Psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is the therapeutic treatment of mental illness provided by a trained mental health professional. Psychotherapy explores thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and seeks to improve an individual's well-being. Psychotherapy paired with medication is the most effective way to promote recovery.
What is the difference between a script and a treatment? ›A script synopsis is a short overview of your plot that could be used in part as a pitch to producers, managers, or agents. A script treatment is a longer overview of your script that's often written before the script is completed.