Implementing psychological treatment for symptoms of psychosis in an area mental health service: The response of patients, therapists and managers

Abstract

The effectiveness and acceptance of a CBT for psychosis intervention that focussed on coping enhancement for voices and delusions, was studied in routine practice in an ordinary mental health service. Twenty-two of 30 referred patients received the intervention. Acceptance by the 22 patients was high, and positive symptom ratings and GAF scores improved following therapy. Eleven of 14 area psychologists availed themselves of training and support opportunities. While uptake of cases was variable, with two therapists accounting for 79% of registered cases, 50% claimed additional limited implementation of CBT principles with non-registered patients. The 14 service managers saw the therapy as ef..