Author: Angela M. Doel, Psychotherapist
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DSM-5 Criteria for PTSD Diagnosis
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur after someone has experienced a traumatic event. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR), published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), provides guidelines for diagnosing PTSD. These criteria are useful for mental health professionals in identifying and evaluating…
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EMDR Treatment Plan Goals and Objectives
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) emerged as a powerful and evidence-based therapeutic approach for trauma resolution and various other mental health conditions. Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR gained recognition and acclaim within the mental health field because of its remarkable effectiveness in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders,…
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Supervision Notes: Documenting and Enhancing Clinical Practice
Supervision is widely recognized as a cornerstone of a psychotherapist’s professional development and the delivery of high-quality clinical care. It provides a unique opportunity for therapists to engage in a collaborative and reflective process that enriches their skills, fosters self-awareness, and ensures ethical practice. Within the supervisory relationship, one crucial aspect that significantly contributes to…
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Tools and Strategies for Accurate Clinical Assessment
Accurate clinical assessments are of paramount importance in the mental health field. Clinical assessment and diagnostic accuracy serve as the foundation for understanding and addressing clients’ mental health concerns. When mental health professionals are armed with the tools for precise clinical assessment, they are more likely to offer accurate diagnoses, develop appropriate interventions, and write effective…
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Setting up a Counseling Business From Home
Starting a counseling business from home allows you to provide virtual or in-person therapy to clients while maintaining a flexible work-life balance. In recent years, telehealth has gained popularity, enabling psychotherapists to provide remote counseling services. You may choose to offer in-person appointments as well, depending on your preferences and the needs of your clients.…
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DSM-5 Criteria for PTSD Diagnosis
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur after someone has experienced a traumatic event. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR), published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), provides guidelines for diagnosing PTSD. These criteria are useful for mental health professionals in identifying and evaluating…
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EMDR Treatment Plan Goals and Objectives
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) emerged as a powerful and evidence-based therapeutic approach for trauma resolution and various other mental health conditions. Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR gained recognition and acclaim within the mental health field because of its remarkable effectiveness in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders,…
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Supervision Notes: Documenting and Enhancing Clinical Practice
Supervision is widely recognized as a cornerstone of a psychotherapist’s professional development and the delivery of high-quality clinical care. It provides a unique opportunity for therapists to engage in a collaborative and reflective process that enriches their skills, fosters self-awareness, and ensures ethical practice. Within the supervisory relationship, one crucial aspect that significantly contributes to…
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Tools and Strategies for Accurate Clinical Assessment
Accurate clinical assessments are of paramount importance in the mental health field. Clinical assessment and diagnostic accuracy serve as the foundation for understanding and addressing clients’ mental health concerns. When mental health professionals are armed with the tools for precise clinical assessment, they are more likely to offer accurate diagnoses, develop appropriate interventions, and write effective…
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Setting up a Counseling Business From Home
Starting a counseling business from home allows you to provide virtual or in-person therapy to clients while maintaining a flexible work-life balance. In recent years, telehealth has gained popularity, enabling psychotherapists to provide remote counseling services. You may choose to offer in-person appointments as well, depending on your preferences and the needs of your clients.…
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