Enhancing Therapy with Feedback-Informed Care
Episode Overview
Feedback-informed care (FIT) improves therapeutic relationships by seeking continuous client feedback. FIT allows therapists to make real-time adjustments to better meet client needs. Creating a culture of feedback helps address power dynamics in therapy. FIT can be applied beyond mental health care to other professional fields. Elizabeth Irias shares personal and professional experiences with FIT.
It's really critical that the clinician is leaning in to asking for feedback, hence feedback-informed treatment.
In this episode of The Umbrella Hour, Dr. An Goldbauer and Zander Keig chat with therapist Elizabeth Irias, founder of Clearly Clinical, about the concept of feedback-informed care (FIT). Elizabeth dives into the significance of FIT, a method designed to improve the therapeutic relationship by continuously seeking feedback from clients. She explains how FIT allows therapists to adjust their methods in real-time, enhancing the effectiveness of therapy sessions.
Drawing from her extensive experience, Elizabeth shares how this approach has not only transformed her professional practice but also influenced her personal life. The conversation touches on the power dynamics in therapy, the importance of creating a culture of feedback, and how FIT can be applied beyond mental health care. Elizabeth's anecdotes about her journey in the field and her insights into the therapeutic process make this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in improving their mental health practices.
Whether you're a therapist looking to refine your skills or someone curious about the inner workings of therapy, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical advice. Tune in to learn how feedback-informed care can make a difference in both professional and personal settings.