Description of a standardized treatment center that utilizes evidence-based clinic operations to facilitate implementation of an evidence-based treatment

Author(s)

B. Donahue
D. N. Allen
D. N. Allen
Vincent B. Van Hasselt, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Behavior Modification

ISSN

0145-4455

Publication Date

1-1-2009

Abstract

Developers of evidence-based therapies are enhancing methods of teaching therapists to implement “best practices” with integrity. However, there is a relative dearth of information available as to clinic operations and related contextual factors necessary to sustain successful implementation of these treatments. This article describes various evidence-based administrative strategies and methods utilized by clinic staff to effectively implement a comprehensive evidence-based treatment for substance abuse (i.e., Family Behavior Therapy). The basic structure of the clinic, standardized behavioral methods associated with its day-to-day operations, and maintenance of treatment integrity are delineated. Infrastructural systems are underscored, including clinical record keeping, quality assurance, and staff management.

Volume

33

First Page

411

Last Page

436

NSUWorks Citation

Donahue, B., Allen, D. N., Allen, D. N., Van Hasselt, V. B. (2009). Description of a standardized treatment center that utilizes evidence-based clinic operations to facilitate implementation of an evidence-based treatment. Behavior Modification, 33, 411-436.
Available at: https://nsuworks.nova.edu/cps_facarticles/1272