Clinical Documentation with Children and Adolescents: Treatment, Risks, and Ethics

The book "Clinical Documentation in Mental Health Treatment with Children" is a comprehensive guide for therapists documenting their clinical work with children, covering ethical, appropriate, and culturally competent practice. It provides guidance on intakes, treatment plans, mental status examinations, progress notes, safety plans, and more, with specific examples and blank templates for therapists to use.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 202 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate challenges therapists encounter when documenting their clinical work with children, offering valuable insights into what constitutes ethical, appropriate, and culturally competent practice. Clinical documentation holds immense significance for ethical and legal purposes, as it enables clinicians to provide client-centered and age-appropriate interventions, such as play therapy. By providing a foundational overview of the unique considerations pertinent to providers working with children, author Amy Marschall guides readers through various aspects of clinical documentation, including intakes, treatment plans, mental status examinations, progress notes, safety plans, and more. Each chapter is accompanied by specific examples of clinical situations, accompanied by practical guidance on effective documentation techniques. Additionally, the book addresses critical topics such as client confidentiality and telehealth, while also emphasizing cultural awareness, encompassing race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. To enhance practicality, the book includes blank templates of treatment plans, progress notes, and risk assessments that therapists can utilize in their practice.

This book is a vital resource for mental health professionals engaged in individual and family work with children, including psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, play therapists, school counselors, and therapist interns. Its comprehensive coverage and practical guidance ensure that therapists have the tools they need to deliver high-quality care and maintain the integrity of their practice. By embracing the principles outlined in this book, therapists can ensure that their clinical documentation is both effective and compliant with professional standards.

Weight: 542g
Dimension: 211 x 280 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032327310