Assessment & Screening

Assessment and screening tools offer a pathway toward conceptualizing what is going on with clients. They help us define and measure symptoms and treatment goals. They come in a variety of formats, sometimes involving caregivers, schools, and other involved parties in the process.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to…

• Identify 3 reasons for incorporating a screener into mental health treatment.
• Identify at least 3 screeners that are commonly used in pediatric primary care.
• Describe how to incorporate screeners fluidly and conversationally into a therapeutic session.