Web-based single session therapy training for mental health support providers: a mixed-methods evaluation study protocol.

ABSTRACT: The growing mental health needs and constrained resources in low- and middle-income countries necessitate scalable solutions. Single Session Therapy (SST) is a global trend in brief and cost-effective options for mental health interventions. It involves a single planned session between mental health service provider and client. This study aims to present a protocol to develop and evaluate a culture specific web-based training program to equip mental health support providers with the skills and confidence to deliver SST. The study protocol uses a mixed-methods evaluation design through three phases-need assessment - where psychologists and social workers collaborate to identify training needs and co-create the program; development and expert validation of the web-based training program; and

SUBMITTER: Joseph J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11685363 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature