Psychological wellbeing practitioner

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners are highly trained professionals who specialize in assessing and supporting individuals with common mental health problems, particularly anxiety disorders and depression. They play a crucial role in helping people manage their recovery through various interventions. These practitioners primarily work with adults who are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and low mood. They offer a range of services including interviews, psychological testing, and individual and group psychotherapy. General Responsibilities: 1. Identify areas where individuals desire to change their thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. 2. Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions such as guided self-help based on cognitive behavioral therapy, online psychological treatment programs, and psycho-educational groups and workshops. 3. Collaborate with other agencies to provide information about additional services like employment and housing to patients. 4. Conduct psychological exams and provide recommendations for treatment plans and diagnoses. 5. Respond to crises by implementing appropriate interventions and adjusting treatment plans as needed. 6. Administer and interpret psychological tests and measurements, documenting results for both internal use and patient records. 7. Guide patients through treatment regimens including behavior modification, psychotherapy, and group therapy. 8. Conduct patient-centered interviews to identify areas where individuals desire change. 9. Assess the level of risk patients may pose to themselves or others accurately. 10. Upgrade treatment to high-intensity psychological therapy if necessary. 11. Offer low-intensity interventions such as psycho-educational interventions, guided self-help, and computerized cognitive behavioral therapy.