Holistic Health Support for Diabetic Clients with Rebeka McRad, RN, LICSW
Mental health providers have a role to play in prevention and management of diabetes, especially in how diabetes impacts mental health and vice versa. Let's talk about specific interventions we can implement with clients who have (or are at risk for) diabetes. You'll see better outcomes for these clients both in the short term and they will experience improved health in the long term by incorporating a holistic informed approach.
Objectives:
1. Identify diabetes risk factors & psychiatric comorbidities
2. Understand interventions for diabetes risk mitigation & client education
3. Understand interventions to support diabetes management as a mental health provider
4. Understand interventions to address depression & common eating concerns related to diabetes
5. Develop strategies for collaboration with medical providers for clients with diabetes
This training is virtual, recorded, and approved for 2 CEUs by the following boards: Social Work, Psychology, MFT, and Behavioral Health and Therapy.
