Clinical Documentation: Best Practice Guidelines for Mental Health Professionals

Learning Objectives
Identify necessary precautions regarding records in the mental health professions.
Outline how writing appropriate clinical notes can be beneficial, both to clinicians and clients/patients.
Describe relevant laws and regulations regarding recordkeeping for mental health professionals.
Differentiate clinical forms and how to utilize them appropriately in a mental health practice.
Explain the best practice policies for current record-keeping.
Review the needs and necessities behind risk management for mental health practice.