1. Web-Based Therapist Training in Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depression: Pilot Study
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Kobak, Kenneth A, Lipsitz, Joshua D, Markowitz, John C, and Bleiberg, Kathryn L
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Adult ,Male ,050103 clinical psychology ,medicine.medical_treatment ,Pilot Projects ,Health Informatics ,computer.software_genre ,computer-assisted instruction ,03 medical and health sciences ,0302 clinical medicine ,Videoconferencing ,Nursing ,medicine ,Humans ,Web application ,0501 psychology and cognitive sciences ,Accreditation ,Protocol (science) ,Original Paper ,Internet ,education ,Depression ,business.industry ,05 social sciences ,Middle Aged ,Mental health ,030227 psychiatry ,Physical Therapists ,Psychotherapy ,Scale (social sciences) ,Interpersonal psychotherapy ,Female ,The Internet ,business ,Psychology ,computer - Abstract
Background: Training mental health professionals to deliver evidence-based therapy (EBT) is now required by most academic accreditation bodies, and evaluating the effectiveness of such training is imperative. However, shortages of time, money, and trained EBT clinician teachers make these challenges daunting. New technologies may help. The authors have developed the first empirically evaluated comprehensive Internet therapist training program for interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT). Objective: The aim of this study was to examine whether (1) the training protocol would increase clinicians’ knowledge of IPT concepts and skills and (2) clinicians would deem the training feasible as measured by satisfaction and utility ratings. Methods: A total of 26 clinicians enrolled in the training, consisting of (1) a Web-based tutorial on IPT concepts and techniques; (2) live remote training via videoconference, with trainees practicing IPT techniques in a role-play using a case vignette; and (3) a Web-based portal for therapists posttraining use to help facilitate implementation of IPT and maintain adherence over time. Results: Trainees’ knowledge of IPT concepts and skills improved significantly (P
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- 2017