Practically Speaking: Behind the episode “Getting All Sides of the Story: Responsible Use of Collateral Information in EBPs”
No one knows better than our clients what is going on in their world - their stressors, symptoms, triumphs, values, goals… but sometimes it can also be helpful to hear additional perspectives from others in our client’s world. These “others”, referred to as “collaterals” in clinical practice can offer valuable insights and observations about presenting problems, barriers to treatment, strengths of the client – all of which can enhance our understanding of our client’s environment, behaviors, and experiences. Getting collateral information isn’t just a “nice thing to do”, it is considered a best practice across behavioral health governing organizations like the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association and the Association of Social Work Boards (to name a few) ALL of which also include guidance for how to do so ethically.
Listen to the full discussion here: Getting All Sides of the Story: Responsible Use of Collateral Information in EBPs
In episode 5 of Practical for Your Practice, the hosts roll up their sleeves and sit down to discuss the potential relevance of collateral information in assessment, case conceptualization and treatment planning as well as some of the pitfalls to avoid when involving others in the therapeutic process. Listen in for some great examples of when collateral information saved the day AND when we experienced collateral conundrums. Some topics discussed include:
- The importance of knowing and following the laws and ethical guidelines of your state and discipline
- Staying mindful that the goal of gathering collateral information is to facilitate your client’s treatment
- How to clarify the goals of a consulting others with your client
- What to do if your client does not want collaterals involved
- How to prioritize the therapeutic relationship and
- How consultation with other professionals can help you decide how and when collateral information might be helpful or even necessary.
We LOVE hearing from our listeners. If you have a question, comment, topic suggestion for a future episode, or even a guest recommendation, let us know! We also welcome listeners to share your “EBP Confession” story (season 4 theme), your “What’s Your Why?” story (season 5 theme), or your “Who’s Got Your Six” story (season 6 theme). You can leave us a voice mail message at speakpipe.com/cdpp4p, or send us an email at cdp-podcast-ggg@usuhs.edu. Your message could be featured in an upcoming episode!
Listen to the full discussion here: Getting All Sides of the Story: Responsible Use of Collateral Information in EBPs
The opinions in CDP Staff Perspective blogs are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Science or the Department of Defense.
Jenna Ermold, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist working as the Associate Director of Online Training, Technology and Telehealth for the Center for Deployment Psychology at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland.
No one knows better than our clients what is going on in their world - their stressors, symptoms, triumphs, values, goals… but sometimes it can also be helpful to hear additional perspectives from others in our client’s world. These “others”, referred to as “collaterals” in clinical practice can offer valuable insights and observations about presenting problems, barriers to treatment, strengths of the client – all of which can enhance our understanding of our client’s environment, behaviors, and experiences. Getting collateral information isn’t just a “nice thing to do”, it is considered a best practice across behavioral health governing organizations like the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association and the Association of Social Work Boards (to name a few) ALL of which also include guidance for how to do so ethically.
Listen to the full discussion here: Getting All Sides of the Story: Responsible Use of Collateral Information in EBPs
In episode 5 of Practical for Your Practice, the hosts roll up their sleeves and sit down to discuss the potential relevance of collateral information in assessment, case conceptualization and treatment planning as well as some of the pitfalls to avoid when involving others in the therapeutic process. Listen in for some great examples of when collateral information saved the day AND when we experienced collateral conundrums. Some topics discussed include:
- The importance of knowing and following the laws and ethical guidelines of your state and discipline
- Staying mindful that the goal of gathering collateral information is to facilitate your client’s treatment
- How to clarify the goals of a consulting others with your client
- What to do if your client does not want collaterals involved
- How to prioritize the therapeutic relationship and
- How consultation with other professionals can help you decide how and when collateral information might be helpful or even necessary.
We LOVE hearing from our listeners. If you have a question, comment, topic suggestion for a future episode, or even a guest recommendation, let us know! We also welcome listeners to share your “EBP Confession” story (season 4 theme), your “What’s Your Why?” story (season 5 theme), or your “Who’s Got Your Six” story (season 6 theme). You can leave us a voice mail message at speakpipe.com/cdpp4p, or send us an email at cdp-podcast-ggg@usuhs.edu. Your message could be featured in an upcoming episode!
Listen to the full discussion here: Getting All Sides of the Story: Responsible Use of Collateral Information in EBPs
The opinions in CDP Staff Perspective blogs are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Science or the Department of Defense.
Jenna Ermold, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist working as the Associate Director of Online Training, Technology and Telehealth for the Center for Deployment Psychology at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland.