Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM) To Treat Outpatient Adults with Anorexia Nervosa
Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM) To Treat Outpatient Adults with Anorexia Nervosa
Queensland Eating Disorder Service
About this event
This workshop will provide an overview of SSCM, a pragmatic, evidence-based outpatient treatment for adults with Anorexia Nervosa that allows clinicians to flexibly address broader client goals as well as manage eating disorder behaviours. Two therapeutic components, clinical management and supportive psychotherapy, will be described to equip general mental health clinicians apply their existing skills to:
- Build a positive therapeutic alliance to promote adherence and retention in treatment.
- Prioritise restoration of weight, eating patterns and physical health.
- Provide targeted education and advice about food, eating, and weight or shape concerns.
- Respond to other recovery goals and important life issues identified by the individual.
Audience
Open to mental health clinicians who work with adults affected by eating disorders in the community. Outpatient therapists and case managers with varying degrees of experience are welcome.