Collaborating With Clients and Improving Outcomes: The Relational Re-enactment Systems Approach to Treatment Model

• NCJ Number: 241023
• Author(s): Catherine McConnell, Ph.D.; Patricia Taglione, Psy.D.
• Date Published: May 2012
• Length: 15 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Program/Project Evaluation; Program Description (Model)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This study examined the Relational Re-enactment Systems Approach to Treatment model.

Abstract

The Relational Re-enactment Systems Approach to Treatment model is a coherent and comprehensive approach to residential treatment that increases family involvement through system-wide clinical consultation. The therapeutic alliance with youth and their families is emphasized as the key to creating client-centered goals for discharge to a less restrictive environment. The current study examined outcomes from 4 years of the model's implementation. Results indicated a significant increase in the proportion of youth discharged to a family home. Additionally, the proportion of discharges that were the result of youth running away from treatment was reduced by half. Abstract published by arrangement with Taylor and Francis.