Evidence-Based Practices (EBP)

Empirical research demonstrates that recipients of mental health services achieve greater success if certain services are available and provided appropriately. The same studies indicate that the quality of implementation strongly influences outcomes.

Success appears to depend upon:
(1) Fidelity to proven program models;
(2) Education and training of providers;
(3) Informing consumers about best practices;
(4) Ongoing "hands-on" consultation by experienced clinical experts;
(5) Environmental support of effort to adopt best practices;
(6) Creation of financial incentives to encourage implementation of best practices;
(7) Monitoring outcomes, and sharing of data with participating organizations.

Click the following link for more on the objectives of EBPs in the WYNCCP.