Community-based behavioral health administrator perspectives on sustainability of Dialectical Behavior Therapy: a qualitative evaluation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Substantial resources have been invested in evidence-based practice (EBP) implementation in community settings; however, research suggests that EBPs do not always sustain over time.

Method

This qualitative study explored the perspectives of 13 community behavioral health agency leaders regarding the sustainability of an EBP 25 to 28 months following the original training period. Administrators from 10 agencies were interviewed to understand the complexities of the implementation process, sustainability of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and their recommendations to enhance implementation and sustainability.

Results

A content analysis revealed five emergent themes: treatment model opinions, resource concerns, staff selection/ turnover, population characteristi

SUBMITTER: Quetsch LB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7047370 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature