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Dissemination of Therapist-Assisted Internet Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Development and Open Pilot Study of a Workshop

- Hadjistavropoulos, Heather, Thompson, Maureen, Klein, Britt, Austin, David

Authors: Hadjistavropoulos, Heather , Thompson, Maureen , Klein, Britt , Austin, David
Date: 2012
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Relation: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Vol. 41, no. 3 (2012), p. 230-240
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Description: There is considerable research suggesting that therapist-assisted Internet cognitive behaviour therapy (ICBT) is efficacious in the treatment of depression and anxiety. Given this research, there is a growing interest in training students in therapist-assisted ICBT in order to assist with the dissemination of this emerging modality into routine clinical practice. In this study, we developed, delivered, and evaluated a therapist-assisted ICBT workshop for clinical psychology graduate students (n = 20). The workshop provided both research evidence and practical information related to the delivery of therapist-assisted ICBT. The workshop also incorporated an experiential component with students working on and discussing responses to client e-mails. Before and after the workshop, we measured knowledge of therapist-assisted ICBT research and professional practice issues, as well as attitudes towards and confidence in delivering therapist-assisted ICBT. Statistically significant changes were observed in all areas. Eighty-five per cent of students are now offering therapist-assisted ICBT under supervision. We conclude by discussing future research directions related to disseminating therapist-assisted ICBT. © 2012 Copyright Swedish Association for Behaviour Therapy.

A therapist-assisted Internet-based CBT intervention for posttraumatic stress disorder : Preliminary results

- Klein, Britt, Mitchell, Joanna, Gilson, Kathryn, Shandley, Kerrie, Austin, David, Kiropoulos, Litza, Abbott, Jo-Anne, Cannard, Gwenda

Authors: Klein, Britt , Mitchell, Joanna , Gilson, Kathryn , Shandley, Kerrie , Austin, David , Kiropoulos, Litza , Abbott, Jo-Anne , Cannard, Gwenda
Date: 2009
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Relation: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Vol. 38, no. 2 (2009), p. 121-131
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Description: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental health condition frequently associated with psychiatric comorbidity and diminished quality of life, and it typically follows a chronic, often lifelong, course. Previous research has shown that trauma-related psychopathology (but not necessarily clinical PTSD) can be effectively treated via the Internet. This study is the first of its kind to report on the online treatment of patients with a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (fourth edition) clinical diagnosis of PTSD with therapist support by e-mail only. Preliminary findings are presented of an open trial involving a 10-week Internet-based therapist-assisted cognitive behavioural treatment for PTSD (PTSD Online). Pre and posttreatment measures of PTSD and related symptomatology were compared for 16 participants with a variety of trauma experiences. Participants showed clinically significant reductions in PTSD severity and symptomatology, moderate tolerance of the program content, and high therapeutic alliance ratings. No significant change was found on measures of more general psychological symptoms. The results suggest that PTSD Online appears to be an effective and accessible clinical treatment for people with a confirmed PTSD diagnosis.

A Case study illustrating therapist-assisted internet cognitive behavior therapy for depression

- Pugh, Nicole, Hadjistavropoulos, Heather, Klein, Britt, Austin, David

Authors: Pugh, Nicole , Hadjistavropoulos, Heather , Klein, Britt , Austin, David
Date: 2014
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Relation: Cognitive and Behavioral Practice Vol. 21, no. 1 (2014), p. 64-77
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Description: Randomized controlled trials show that therapist-assisted Internet cognitive behavior therapy (ICBT) is efficacious in the treatment of depression. Given that this is a novel way of delivering cognitive behavior therapy, however, clinical service providers may have questions about how to provide therapist-assisted ICBT in clinical practice, particularly with respect to therapist assistance. To exemplify this approach, we present a case study of an older adult male who received 12 modules of therapist-assisted ICBT for depression over the course of 5. months. Highlights of the therapeutic exchanges that occurred over email are provided to illustrate the type of information clients may share with therapists and the nature of therapist assistance. Treatment progress was assessed via self-report questionnaires measuring depression, anxiety, and adjustment. Consistent with the research evidence, significant improvement was observed on all symptom measures at posttreatment. Satisfaction with the therapist-assisted ICBT program and a strong therapeutic alliance was also reported. The case will expand clinician understanding of therapist-assisted ICBT and may serve to stimulate clinician interest in the provision of therapist-assisted ICBT. Future research directions stemming from this case are presented. Â© 2013.

Training postgraduate psychology students to deliver psychological services online

- Shandley, Kerrie, Klein, Britt, Kyrios, Michael, Austin, David, Ciechomski, Lisa, Murray, Greg

Authors: Shandley, Kerrie , Klein, Britt , Kyrios, Michael , Austin, David , Ciechomski, Lisa , Murray, Greg
Date: 2011
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Relation: Australian psychologist Vol. 46, no. 2 (2011), p. 120-125
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Description: Information and communication technologies are increasingly being used to remotely deliver psychological services. This delivery method confers clear advantages to both client and therapist, including the accessibility of services by otherwise unserved populations and cost-effective treatment. Remote services can be delivered in a real-time or delayed manner, providing clients with a wealth of therapy options not previously available. The proliferation of these services has outstripped the development and implementation of all but the most rudimentary of regulatory frameworks, potentially exposing clients to substandard psychological services. Integrating mandatory training on the delivery of online psychological services into accredited postgraduate psychology courses would aid in addressing this issue. The purpose of this article is to outline issues of consideration in the development and implementation of such a training programme. An online etherapy training programme developed by Swinburne University's National eTherapy Centre will be used as an example throughout.

Internet-based treatment for panic disorder: does frequency of therapist contact make a difference?

- Kiropoulos, Litza, Klein, Britt, Austin, David, Gilson, Kathryn, Pier, Ciaran, Mitchell, Joanna, Ciechomski, Lisa

Authors: Kiropoulos, Litza , Klein, Britt , Austin, David , Gilson, Kathryn , Pier, Ciaran , Mitchell, Joanna , Ciechomski, Lisa
Date: 2008
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Relation: Cognitive behaviour therapy Vol. 22, no. 8 (2008), p. 1273-1284
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Description: rInternet-based interventions with therapist support have proven effective for treating a range of mental health conditions. This study examined whether frequency of therapist contact affected treatment outcomes. Fifty-seven people with panic disorder (including 32 with agoraphobia) were randomly allocated to an 8-week Internet-based cognitive behavioural treatment intervention (Panic Online) with either frequent (three e-mails per week) or infrequent (one e-mail per week) support from a psychologist. Posttreatment, intention-to-treat analyses revealed that both treatments were effective at improving panic disorder and agoraphobia severity ratings, panic-related cognitions, negative affect, and psychological and physical quality of life domains, with no differences between conditions. High end-state functioning was achieved by 28.6% of the frequent and infrequent participants, respectively. Therapist alliance, treatment credibility, and satisfaction also did not differ between groups, despite significantly greater therapist time invested in the frequent contact condition. The results provide evidence that the effectiveness of Internet-based mental health interventions may be independent of the frequency of therapist support and may, therefore, be more cost-effective than previously reported.

Internet-based treatment for panic disorder: Does frequency of therapist contact make a difference?

- Klein, Britt, Austin, David, Pier, Ciaran, Kiropoulos, Litza, Shandley, Kerrie, Mitchell, Joanna, Gilson, Kathryn, Ciechomski, Lisa

Authors: Klein, Britt , Austin, David , Pier, Ciaran , Kiropoulos, Litza , Shandley, Kerrie , Mitchell, Joanna , Gilson, Kathryn , Ciechomski, Lisa
Date: 2009
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Relation: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Vol. 38, no. 2 (2009), p. 100-113
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Description: Internet-based interventions with therapist support have proven effective for treating a range of mental health conditions. This study examined whether frequency of therapist contact affected treatment outcomes. Fifty-seven people with panic disorder (including 32 with agoraphobia) were randomly allocated to an 8-week Internet-based cognitive behavioural treatment intervention (Panic Online) with either frequent (three e-mails per week) or infrequent (one e-mail per week) support from a psychologist. Posttreatment, intention-to-treat analyses revealed that both treatments were effective at improving panic disorder and agoraphobia severity ratings, panic-related cognitions, negative affect, and psychological and physical quality of life domains, with no differences between conditions. High end-state functioning was achieved by 28.6% of the frequent and infrequent participants, respectively. Therapist alliance, treatment credibility, and satisfaction also did not differ between groups, despite significantly greater therapist time invested in the frequent contact condition. The results provide evidence that the effectiveness of Internet-based mental health interventions may be independent of the frequency of therapist support and may, therefore, be more cost-effective than previously reported. © 2009 Taylor & Francis.

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