Counseling and Psychological Services Center

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LearningThe assessment of students seeking treatment for ADHD will increase in formality and comprehensiveness.An assessment program including the Conners’ Adult ADHD Rating Scales, the Continuous Performance Test (CPT-3), and the Continuous Auditory Test of Attention (CATA) will be implemented.N/AAt least 80% of all new clients diagnosed with ADHD and receiving medication management at CPSC will have completed formal comprehensive testing. Enter ResultsEnter Use of Result
LearningThe group program at CPSC will grow in volume and effectiveness.Staff will be trained and supported to increase group referrals. Group clients’ progress will be assessed longitudinally to measure improvement.Group participants will demonstrate improved interpersonal skills and decreased levels of social anxiety.The number of unique clients participating in group therapy at CPSC will increase by at least 20% over last year. Group clients will demonstrate clinically meaningful changes in interpersonal skills and social anxiety, as evidenced by change scores on a standardized group outcome measure.Enter ResultsEnter Use of Result
DiversityFirst-generation college students will receive culturally informed care at CPSC.CPSC staff members will enhance our knowledge to improve the sensitivity of our services and outreach to first-generation college students. Anticipated steps include: 1. Reading and discussing selected chapters, articles, and/or films; 2. Consulting with WSU staff who have expertise in the needs of this population; 3. Convening a student panel/focus group to assess awareness and needs regarding mental health; 4. Targeting some outreach to first-generation college students.N/ACPSC staff members' self-reported level of awareness in addressing the mental health needs of first-generation college students will be assessed via pre- and post-assessments and qualitatively via discussions throughout the year.Enter ResultsEnter Use of Result