Introduction to the special section on assessment in psychological treatment: A necessary step for effective intervention.

Butcher, James N.

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“…Unfortunately, the pressure to plunge blindly into psychotherapy dramatically undermines therapists' abilities to choose and apply appropriate treatment. We are in agreement with Butcher (1997) who stated, "The primary factor that the therapist can use to prevent.. . [treatment destructive forces] or at least try to counterbalance them is to obtain a clear assessment of the patient's problems," (p. 332) and who has argued for the necessity of personality assessment as a prelude to effective psychological intervention.…”

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A psychodynamic guide for essential treatment planning.

Trimboli¹,

Farr²

2000

Psychoanalytic Psychology

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This article presents a model for conceptualizing psychopathology designed to assist practitioners in evaluating patients and applying effective treatment plans. The model describes psychopathology as a function of (a) level of ego organization and (b) character style. Two adjunctive variables are discussed that augment treatment planning through (a) evaluation of the individual's current level of adaptive functioning and (b) confirmation of the diagnostic conceptualization and treatment approach by evaluation of the primary dynamic or conflict. These 2 major dimensions and 2 adjunctive variables are examined in relation to theoretical description of psychological functioning and procedures for assessment and treatment considerations, respectively. Key guidelines for the treatment of prototypical disorders are presented.

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A psychodynamic guide for essential treatment planning.

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2000

Psychoanalytic Psychology

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“…To formulate an adequate treatment plan, the clinician will invariably require considerable additional information about the person being evaluated beyond that required to make a DSM-W diagnosis. (American Psychiatric Association, 1994, p. xxv) This point of view concurs with that of psychologists who emphasize individualization of treatment in making judgments of assessment utility (Ben-Porath, 1997;Butcher, 1997;Harkness & Lilienfeld, 1997;Haynes et al, 1997). Also, the Rorschach yields information about how various life domains interact with the coping and psychology of the individual.…”

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A review of recent research addressing the utility of the Rorschach.

Viglione¹

1999

Psychological Assessment

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To address the utility of the Rorschach, the author synthesized a large sample (N = 138) of empirical, quantitative research published in the past 20 years. Longitudinal and behavioral criteria and ecological incremental validity beyond self-report and interview were emphasized because of their relationship with test applications. Methodological issues (temporal consistency, diversity, clinician judgment), applications (treatment outcome, schizophrenia, thought disorder, depression and suicide risk), and selected Rorschach variables are addressed. The evidence reveals that many Rorschach variables are efficient tools for clinical, forensic, and educational applications. The test is particularly useful in (a) individualizing case conceptualizations and interventions and (b) predicting and evaluating outcomes. These conclusions are consistent with using the Rorschach as a behavioral problem-solving test that illuminates the interaction among psychological, biological, and environmental factors.I thank my good friends and colleagues,

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“…In fact, for the entire sample, the modal number of hours testing was 0; nearly half of the sample (275 respondents) reported no involvement in testing. Butcher (1997) has argued that, "psychological assessment resources can serve to shorten the evaluation stage of therapy and provide the therapist with external data that can aid in keeping the therapy on track" (p. 333). Indeed, empirical support exists for the usefulness of psychological testing to aid treatment and diagnosis in a range of health care applications (see Kubiszyn et al, 2000).…”

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Managed Care and the Independent Practice of Psychology.

Rupert

Baird²

2004

Professional Psychology: Research and Practice

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Heritage Professional AssociatesHow has managed care impacted the independent practice of psychology? The present article reports on data from 2 national surveys (from 1996 and 2001) that address this question. Both surveys indicated that managed care was a source of stress, with external constraints, paperwork, and managed care reimbursement being the most highly rated stresses. These stresses had not increased in the 5 years between surveys, and the most recent survey suggested that, overall, psychologists did not report high levels of burnout. However, in contrast to respondents with low managed care involvement, respondents with high managed care caseloads worked longer hours, had more client contact, received less supervision, reported more negative client behaviors, experienced more stress, were less satisfied with their incomes, and scored higher on emotional exhaustion. Implications for burnout are discussed. PATRICIA A. RUPERT received her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Kansas and is currently an associate professor of psychology at Loyola University of Chicago. Her research interests include professional ethics and factors related to burnout among professional psychologists. KEITH A. BAIRD received his PhD in clinical psychology from Loyola University of Chicago and is currently in private practice at Heritage Professional Associates in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. His research interests include professional ethics and clinical decision making.

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Introduction to the special section on assessment in psychological treatment: A necessary step for effective intervention.

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Cited by 8 publications

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A psychodynamic guide for essential treatment planning.

A psychodynamic guide for essential treatment planning.

A review of recent research addressing the utility of the Rorschach.

Managed Care and the Independent Practice of Psychology.

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