Improving mental health care for youth in community clinics
IMPACT Center Signature Project 1, "Novel Methods for Implementing Measurement-Based Care for Youth in Low-resource Environments", is Embedded Within IMPACT Center P50 Entitled: Optimizing Evidence-Based Practice Implementation for Clinical Impact: the IMPACT Center.
This study is trying to find better ways to use questionnaires in community clinics to help young people with mental health issues get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 228 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kaiser Permanente Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seattle, Washington) |
| Trial ID | NCT05644756 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on enhancing measurement-based care (MBC) in community mental health clinics in Washington state by collaborating with clinic staff to identify barriers to effective implementation. The research team will conduct ethnographic assessments, including observations and interviews, to gather insights on current practices and challenges. Following this, they will develop tailored strategies to improve the use of questionnaires for evaluating clinical outcomes. The study aims to co-create actionable plans with clinic staff to optimize MBC for youth with mental health conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include youth aged 13-17 receiving treatment at participating community mental health clinics and clinic staff aged 21 and older involved in the implementation of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are suicidal, psychotic, or unable to participate cognitively in measurement-based care will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved mental health outcomes for youth by ensuring more effective and consistent evaluation of treatment progress.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in implementing measurement-based care in various settings, suggesting that this approach may yield positive results.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aim 1: Co-create plans for optimizing Measurement Based Care (MBC) implementation for youth with comorbidities. Clinic staff/Therapists (N=180) across 6 CMHCs in Washington state. * Aged 21+ * Working at a CMHC that is participating in the WA State CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) + Initiative. * Youth (N=48) * Aged 13-17 years * Receiving treatment at CMHC participating in the WA State CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) + Initiative. * Aim 2: Compare MBC fidelity post IMPACT Center methods deployment versus historical controls. Clinic staff/Therapists (N=30) across 6 CMHCs in Washington. * Must be aged 21+ * Working at a CMHC that is participating in the WA State CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) + Initiative. Exclusion Criteria: * Aim 1: Clinic staff/Therapists: Unwilling to participate in study activities. * Youth: * Suicidal or psychotic * Not cognitively able to safely participate in MBC * Not able to read and write in English. * Aim 2: Clinic staff/Therapists: * Unwilling to participate in study activities.
Where this trial is running
Seattle, Washington
- Kpwhri — Seattle, Washington, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Carolyn E Bain, MPH
- Email: Carolyn.E.Bain@kp.org
- Phone: 206-287-4611
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.