Advance Your Practice: The Power of Psychological Testing, A Game-Changer for Your Practice
This is a comprehensive two-day workshop designed to equip counselors with the knowledge and tools necessary to integrate psychological testing into their private practices. The workshop spans foundational knowledge, ethical considerations, practical applications, and business strategies. As a licensed mental health professional, you deserve the opportunity to expand your expertise and increase your earning potential. Our friendly, hands-on Mental Health Assessments and Tests in Private Practice workshop is the perfect way to do just that!
This workshop not only aims to enhance clinical skills but also focuses on the practical business aspects of running a successful counseling practice with an expanded range of services. Participants leave with a clear plan and the confidence to implement psychological testing, ultimately advancing their practice and enriching their professional offerings.
Day 1: Foundations and Integration
Introduction to Psychological Testing: Understanding Its Value in Clinical Practice
Overview of different types of psychological tests
Benefits of psychological testing for clients
Essential Psychological Tests for Your Practice: Choosing the Right Tools
Popular tests and their uses (e.g., MMPI-2, WAIS, and specific tests for children and adolescents)
Case studies to illustrate effective use
Legal and Ethical Considerations: Ensuring Compliance in Your Practice
Understanding confidentiality, informed consent, and ethical test administration
Navigating the legal landscape of psychological testing
Integrating Testing Services: Logistics and Practical Steps
Setting up the physical space, choosing software, and managing test materials
Structuring sessions for testing within therapy
Interactive Workshop: Simulated Test Administration
Participants practice administering and interpreting a simple test
Group discussion on challenges and troubleshooting
Day 2: Advanced Applications and Business Strategies
Interpreting Test Results: Skills for Accurate Analysis
Enhancing skills in test interpretation
Integrating test results into therapeutic strategies
Marketing Your New Services: Strategies to Attract and Retain Clients
Effective marketing techniques for promoting psychological testing services
Developing informative content and using social media effectively
Case Consultation and Peer Supervision: Learning Through Collaboration
Participants present their own cases and discuss interpretations and therapeutic planning
Benefits of ongoing peer consultation and supervision
Billing and Insurance for Psychological Tests: Maximizing Revenue and Compliance
Understanding insurance billing for psychological tests
Tips for setting up billing systems and avoiding common pitfalls
Developing a Roadmap for Implementation: From Planning to Practice
Creating a step-by-step plan to introduce psychological testing in practice
Setting realistic goals and timelines
Q&A and Workshop Wrap-up: Addressing Remaining Questions and Next Steps
Open forum for questions
Discussing resources for further learning and support
Tests that will be learned, discussed, reviewed and taught during the workshop include:
- Shipley 2nd Edition
- Reynolds Adaptable Intelligence Test
- Wide Range Achievement Test 5th Edition
- Trauma Symptom Inventory 2nd Edition
- Behavior Assessment for Children 3rd Edition
- Personality Assessment Inventory
- Gilliam Autism Rating Scale 3rd Edition
- Social Responsiveness Scale 2nd Edition
- Integrated Audio and Visual Continuous Performance Task 2nd Edition
- Revised Children’s Manifest Anxiety Scale
DON’T MISS THIS TERRIFIC OPPORTUNITY!
Participants will leave with information and resources they can use now and in the future. Continuing Education Credits (12 hours CEUs) available for LPCs, LCSWs, and LMFTs and indirect hours towards licensure for Interns, Associates, and LMSWs.
SPACE IS LIMITED!
Reserve your spot today! Preregistration is required!
Registration Deadline: August 1, 2024