Our Approach
Care that leads to clarity and measurably better outcomes
Is Your Therapy Moving in the Right Direction? Discover Clarity with Measurement-Based Care
Therapy is a personal journey, unique to every individual and family. To ensure your progress is clear and meaningful, we use Measurement-Based Care (MBC) alongside other evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). MBC incorporates brief, research-backed questionnaires to track your symptoms, emotions, and improvements over time. These tools act as a personal roadmap, guiding your therapy and ensuring that each step is both purposeful and effective.
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Feel empowered as you watch your progress unfold in real time. With MBC, therapy becomes a collaborative effort between you and your therapist. Gain insights into what's working and where adjustments might enhance your experience. You're not just a passenger on this journey; you're actively steering the course towards a brighter future.​​
"In the field of mental health and therapy, there is often a balance to strike between the scientific and the artistic aspects of practice. However, it's clear that without actively measuring progress towards improved outcomes, the likelihood of achieving meaningful improvement diminishes significantly. Incorporating Measurement-Based Care (MBC) into therapy is essential"
Prue Longstaff, Psychotherapist and Counsellor
Better You HQ Therapy and Counselling Clinic
Unlock Success: Clarity, Collaboration, Confidence with MBC
Why Combine MBC with Evidence-Based Approaches?​
Combining measurement-based care with other evidence-based approaches, offers a comprehensive strategy to enhance patient outcomes in healthcare settings. Measurement-based care provides a structured framework for evaluating treatment progress through quantifiable metrics, ensuring that interventions are tailored to the individual's evolving needs. This approach ensures:
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Clarity: MBC provides a clear picture of how therapy is progressing, allowing us to pinpoint what’s working and identify areas that may need adjustments, ensuring every step of your journey is effective.
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Collaboration: By integrating MBC with proven therapeutic techniques, we work together as a team. You’ll have valuable insights into your progress, enabling us to refine strategies and stay aligned with your goals.
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Confidence: Tracking tangible improvements reinforces the value of therapy, helping you stay engaged and committed to achieving meaningful, lasting change.
In essence, this integrated approach ensures that patients receive the most effective care possible while equipping therapistss with the tools necessary for continual improvement and excellence in practice.
A Tool, Not the Whole Story
It’s important to know that these assessments are just one part of therapy. Your feelings, experiences, and the connection we build are just as—if not more—important. The data simply helps us ensure you’re getting the best possible care.
Here's what MBC looks like in practice:
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Initial Assessment: At the start of therapy, we’ll use a short questionnaire to get a sense of where things stand for you—whether it’s anxiety, stress, mood, or other areas of concern.
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Ongoing Check-Ins: At regular intervals, you’ll complete a quick follow-up assessment. This helps us see what’s improving and where we might need to focus more attention.
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Results and Adjustments: We’ll discuss the results together, celebrate your progress, and adjust our approach if needed to make sure therapy is as effective as possible.
Your voice matters! This process is completely collaborative. You’ll always have the opportunity to share your thoughts and let your therapist know if something feels off or unhelpful. Think of MBC as a way to add structure and clarity to our work, while keeping your unique journey at the heart of everything we do.
Ready To Begin?
If you have any questions about how MBC works or what it means for your therapy, feel free to call Prue. Together, we’ll make sure your therapy is effective, supportive, and truly works for you.
