Psychological Practice in Primary Care Settings Practical Tips for Clinicians

• Published in: Professional psychology, research and practice Vol. 29; no. 3; pp. 237 - 244
• Main Authors: Haley, William E, McDaniel, Susan H, Bray, James H, Frank, Robert G, Heldring, Margaret, Johnson, Suzanne Bennett, Lu, Elsie Go, Reed, Geoffrey M, Wiggins, Jack G
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Washington American Psychological Association 01-06-1998
• Subjects: Human; Primary care; Primary Health Care; Psychologists; Psychology
• ISSN: 0735-7028; 1939-1323
• DOI: 10.1037/0735-7028.29.3.237

Many psychologists are finding new opportunities for practice in primary care settings. These settings challenge many aspects of traditional practice and require adaptation and innovation. Psychologists must consider changes in their site of practice,
treatment duration,
type of intervention,
and role as part of a health care team. This article describes the culture of primary care medicine and offers 10 practical tips for the adaptation of psychological practice to primary care.