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Selecting Effective Treatments: A Comprehensive, Systematic Guide to Treating Mental Disorders

Create evidence-based treatment plans aligned with DSM-5 diagnoses and client needs

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Created by Lourie W. Reichenberg, Linda Seligman

Learn how to develop effective, evidence-based treatment plans for a wide range of mental health disorders. You'll explore a structured approach that connects assessment, diagnosis, and intervention, all aligned with DSM-5 criteria. Gain practical skills to tailor plans to both client needs and clinical context.

Wiley | 624 min

What You Will Learn

You'll work through each major diagnostic category using a consistent structure that covers symptoms, assessment, interventions, therapist fit, and prognosis. Realistic case material and Client Maps help you connect evidence, context, and clinical strengths for each plan. The focus is on practical application, integrating DSM-5 updates and proven strategies.

Key Features

  • Follow a step-by-step framework for building tailored, evidence-based treatment plans
  • Confidently match interventions to DSM-5 diagnoses and individual client factors
  • Use Client Maps to organize complex information and guide clinical decision-making

Target Audience

This course is ideal for experienced mental health professionals and advanced students who want to strengthen their skills in diagnosis and treatment planning. If you're a counselor, psychologist, social worker, therapist, or psychiatrist aiming to improve your evidence-based practice, you'll find actionable tools and guidance here.

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