Treatment Planning for Person-Centered Care

Requirements for treatment planning in the mental health and addictions fields are long standing and embedded in the treatment system. However, most clinicians find it a challenge to develop an effective, person-centered treatment plan. Such a plan is required for reimbursement, regulatory, accreditation and managed care purposes. Without a thoughtful assessment and well-written plan, programs and private clinicians are subject to financial penalties, poor licensing/accreditation reviews, less than stellar audits, etc. In addition, research is beginning to demonstrate that a well-developed person-centered care plan can lead to better outcomes for persons served. * Comprehensive approach relevant to mental health, addiction services and related fields in both private practice and public care settings * Relevant for treatment of adults, children and families * Cutting edge approach to emerging issues, trends and demands in the field written by nationally recognized experts * Emphasis on recovery / resiliency-oriented person-centered and culturally competent approaches to assessment, planning and services * Practical tools and guides for changing practice and improving outcomes * Helps build conceptual knowledge and skills rather than merely "filling in the blanks" * Each chapter organized into 3 subsections which allow for multiple approaches to using the text and helps the reader to easily access needed information