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Biggest Myths About Clinical Notes

Biggest Myths About Clinical Notes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | November 19, 2021

Clinical notes are a vital part of behavioral health and therapy. They help track progress, determine diagnoses and can protect mental health professionals in malpractice…

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Creating a Professional Will as a Therapist

Creating a Professional Will as a Therapist

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | November 15, 2021

Mental health clinicians, psychologists and therapists have a number of patients and clients who rely on them for their services. Creating a professional will as…

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Top Tips for Improving Your Counseling Schedule

8 Tips for Improving Your Counseling Schedule

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | November 2, 2021

As a mental health professional, you likely have a lot on your plate. Between patient appointments, administrative work and collaborating with colleagues, managing your schedule…

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How to Read Mental Health Eligibility Verification Data

How to Read Mental Health Eligibility Verification Data

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | October 27, 2021

Working with insurance can often be one of the most frustrating aspects of mental health practice. Even when you think you have submitted all necessary…

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Ketamine in Psychiatry

Ketamine in Psychiatry

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | October 21, 2021

Depression is one of the most debilitating mental disorders around the world. For the first time in over 25 years, there is potentially a new…

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DBT Basics Tips and Techniques for Clinicians

DBT Basics: Tips and Techniques for Clinicians

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | October 5, 2021

DBT Basics: Tips and Techniques for Clinicians Understanding DBT basics is essential for clinicians working with clients who struggle to regulate intense emotions or engage…

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How to Get on an Insurance Panel: Tips for Mental Health Professionals

How to get on an Insurance Panel for Mental Health: Step-by-Step Guide

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | September 30, 2021

How to Get on an Insurance Panel for Mental Health Professionals Insurance has made behavioral health affordable for many people, but getting your practice listed…

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How Much Time Are You Spending Writing Mental Health Notes?

How Much Time Are You Spending Writing Mental Health Notes?

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | September 2, 2021

How Much Time Are Mental Health Professionals Really Spending on Note Writing? Due to back-to-back appointments where healthcare professionals are trying to play catch-up, writing…

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How Confident Are You in Your Notes?

How Confident Are You in Your Notes?

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | August 25, 2021

How Confident Are You in Your Notes? Mental health professionals often deal with sensitive topics, and your note writing will likely reflect that. The sensitive…

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SOAP Note Mistakes to Avoid

SOAP Note Mistakes to Avoid

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | August 23, 2021

SOAP Note Mistakes to Avoid Writing concise mental health notes can be challenging, which is why many healthcare providers use templates like SOAP. SOAP notes…

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BIRP Notes Guide for Mental Health Professionals

BIRP Notes Guide for Mental Health Professionals

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | August 18, 2021

BIRP Notes Guide for Mental Health Professionals If you’re searching for a comprehensive BIRP Notes Guide to improve your clinical documentation, you’re in the right…

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PIRP vs. GIRP vs. BIRP Notes

PIRP vs. GIRP vs. BIRP Notes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | July 30, 2021

PIRP vs GIRP vs BIRP Notes – What’s the Difference? As a behavioral health clinician, you’re always writing notes during and following sessions. Whether a…

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Creating a Mental Health Crisis System

Creating a Mental Health Crisis Management System

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | July 20, 2021

Guide to Creating a Mental Health Crisis Management System Mental health is a considerable issue for millions of Americans, many of whom struggle to find…

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The Importance of Support and Training Resources when Choosing an EHR Provider

The Importance of Support and Training Resources When Choosing an EHR Provider

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | June 30, 2021

Have you decided to implement new electronic health record (EHR) software in your behavioral and mental health practice? An EHR can help your practice stay…

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Mental Health Billing Tips for 2021

Mental Health Billing Tips for 2022

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | May 21, 2021

When you provide mental health care to your clients, your goal is to give the best treatment possible. You also want insurance companies to reimburse…

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