Documentation for couples therapy presents unique challenges that many mental health professionals struggle to navigate confidently. From managing confidentiality and accessing records to properly documenting sensitive topics or medical necessity, therapists often learn these complex skills through costly trial and error.
This workshop eliminates the guesswork by providing concrete guidance on documentation practices specifically tailored for couples therapy. You'll learn what ethical principles apply to documentation and technology, practical approaches to meeting medical necessity criteria, and innovative strategies for managing sensitive information without compromising care.
Come ready to participate in this highly interactive workshop. You'll analyze real-world documentation dilemmas, practice crafting effective phrases for challenging scenarios, and explore ethical applications of AI in clinical documentation. Your most uncomfortable questions are welcomed here – everyone has them!
By the end of this workshop, you'll walk away with practical documentation templates, ethical frameworks for decision-making, and renewed confidence in your ability to document couples therapy with integrity. Whether you're a new clinician or a seasoned practitioner seeking to refine your documentation skills, this workshop offers valuable tools you can implement immediately.
Duration: 3 hours
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
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Explain the relevant ethical principles and laws that apply to documentation in couples therapy.
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Identify at least two phrases to use in progress notes for sensitive and politically charged topics.
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Define medical necessity and how this applies to documentation for couples therapy.
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Identify three ethical uses of AI in a mental health clinical setting.
This webinar will be presented online via Zoom and is intended for Imago Therapists and Facilitators at the intermediate level.
Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey is a licensed psychologist, nail design enthusiast, and author of Stress-Free Documentation for Mental Health Therapists. Through her business QA Prep, she empowers therapists with training and consultation on clinical documentation. Maelisa focuses on the “why” behind the usual recommendations and encourages clinicians to think outside the box, while also keeping their ethics intact. As someone with ADHD who’s had to figure out what works through trial and error, Maelisa aims to make sure her trainings are practical, while also allowing for plenty of laughter and fun.
Unfortunately, Continuing Education (CE) Credits will not be available for this webinar.
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Cost: $90
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