Depth and Data: Using Measurement-Based Care to Deepen Understanding of Patient Experiences

The purpose of this talk is to explore how to effectively integrate Measurement-Based Care (MBC) into psychodynamic practice settings, focusing on how it can impact treatment outcomes and enhance patient authority over their treatment. The presentation emphasizes the importance of preserving the depth of patient experiences while incorporating measurable outcome assessments, and how MBC can support a nuanced understanding of treatment when implemented within a psychodynamic framework.

While psychodynamic clinicians may have concerns about how MBC aligns with traditional therapeutic approaches, the talk argues that embracing MBC is important for growth and representation within the field. Practical strategies are provided to initiate MBC that is informed by clinical observation, treatment technique, and the need for continual improvement, offering a clear pathway to integrating these methods into psychodynamic treatment.