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Handwritten Therapy Notes are Costing You Time: Here's What to Do

Handwritten Behavioral Health Notes Cost You Time: Here’s What to Do

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN January 6, 2021

Photographers and cartoonists commonly portray therapists holding a notepad and pen as they sit next to clients. There is some truth to this stereotype –…

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8 Tips for Virtual School Counseling

8 Tips for Virtual School Counseling

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN December 31, 2020

As a school counselor, you provide a range of critical services to students. From academic guidance to emotional support, you help students navigate challenges that…

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Benefits of EHR Software for Psychologists and Psychiatrists

Top 6 Benefits of EHR Software for Psychologists and Psychiatrists

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN December 21, 2020

Electronic health record (EHR) software is commonly utilized in doctor’s offices and hospitals across the United States, and it’s becoming more of a necessity. According…

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Tips for New Counselors and Therapists

10 Tips for New Counselors and Therapists

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN December 9, 2020

If you’ve recently entered the behavioral health field or opened a private practice, you may be looking for advice. Starting something new can feel intimidating,…

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How Crisis Intervention Teams Aid Law Enforcement

How Crisis Intervention Teams Aid Law Enforcement

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN December 2, 2020

A crisis can affect any person or any family. The American Psychological Association defines a crisis as a situation, such as a traumatic change, that…

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How to Write a Biopsychosocial Assessment

How to Write a Biopsychosocial Assessment

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN November 24, 2020

How to Write a Biopsychosocial Assessment Biopsychosocial assessments help health professionals assess what biological, psychological and social factors could be impacting their client’s health. This comprehensive…

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Upcoming 21st Century Cures Act Changes

Upcoming 21st Century Cures Act Changes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN November 20, 2020

Beginning on April 5, 2021, a federal ruling will necessitate that clinicians allow virtual access for patients to view their notes. These notes are to…

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Tips for Writing Effective Case Management Notes

Writing Effective Case Management Notes

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN November 11, 2020

Writing Effective Case Management Notes Effective case management notes and documentation play a pivotal role in the delivery of behavioral health and lifestyle services. Case…

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Tips for Counselors as Students Return to the Classroom

Tips for Counselors as Students Return to the Classroom This Fall

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN November 6, 2020

Addressing mental health in schools has always been a crucial role for counselors, but in the wake of COVID-19, this task is more critical now…

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Is there a Difference Between Telehealth and Telemedicine? Telehealth vs Telemedicine Definition

Is There a Difference Between Telehealth and Telemedicine?

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN October 22, 2020

Telehealth and telemedicine are often used interchangeably, and both terms refer to the use of technology to deliver health care remotely. However, there is no…

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