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COVID-19: When Is It OK to Resume In-Person Mental Health Services?
For many Americans, maintaining mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t been easy. According to a June 2020 survey, 40% of U.S. adults claimed they…
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Why You Should Share Behavioral Health Notes With Patients
Sharing Behavioral Health Notes with Patients You might feel a little nervous when you think about writing behavioral health notes your clients will read. You…
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What to Know About the New E/M Coding Changes for 2022
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA) have made significant changes to Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding, which…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Mental Health Notes
Beginners Guide to Mental Health Notes Keeping clear, consistent mental health notes is critical for both client care and insurance compliance. Whether you’re a new…
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Why Electronic Therapy Notes Are Better Than Handwritten Ones
Why Electronic Therapy Notes Are Better Than Handwritten Ones While handwritten notes have long been associated with therapy sessions, clinging to pen and paper may…
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8 Tips for Virtual School Counseling
As a school counselor, you provide a range of critical services to students. From academic guidance to emotional support, you help students navigate challenges that…
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Top 6 Benefits of EHR Software for Psychologists and Psychiatrists
Electronic health record (EHR) software is commonly utilized in doctor’s offices and hospitals across the United States, and it’s becoming more of a necessity. According…
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10 Tips for New Counselors and Therapists
If you’ve recently entered the behavioral health field or opened a private practice, you may be looking for advice. Starting something new can feel intimidating,…
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How Crisis Intervention Teams Aid Law Enforcement
How a Mental Health Crisis Intervention Team Aids Law Enforcement A mental health crisis can affect any person or any family. The American Psychological…
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How to Write a Biopsychosocial Assessment
How to Write a Biopsychosocial Assessment This concise yet comprehensive guide demystifies the biopsychosocial assessment by breaking down how to seamlessly integrate biological, psychological, and…
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Upcoming 21st Century Cures Act Changes
Beginning on April 5, 2021, a federal ruling will necessitate that clinicians allow virtual access for patients to view their notes. These notes are to…
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Case Management Notes: Tips, Examples & Templates
How to Write an Effective Case Management Note (With Examples and Templates) Writing effective case management notes is essential for tracking client progress, coordinating care,…
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Tips for Counselors as Students Return to the Classroom This Fall
Addressing mental health in schools has always been a crucial role for counselors, but in the wake of COVID-19, this task is more critical now…
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Is There a Difference Between Telehealth and Telemedicine?
Telehealth and telemedicine are often used interchangeably, and both terms refer to the use of technology to deliver health care remotely. However, there is no…
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Client Confidentiality in Behavioral Therapy: Best Practices for Therapists
Client Confidentiality: Best Practices for Mental Health Therapists Client confidentiality is a cornerstone of ethical and effective behavioral health care. This post outlines key principles…
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