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LEARNING MERIT

The MERIT Institute offers a variety of opportunities to learn MERIT and apply it in clinical practice. From introductory workshops to certification, we support clinicians and students in deepening their knowledge and skills in recovery-oriented psychotherapy.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

​​INTRODUCTION TO MERIT

This is a foundational 4-hour virtual training session covering the basics of the MERIT approach. It covers: ​

  • Metacognition and its role in SMI

  • Research on metacognitive deficits and SMI

  • The MERIT’s 8 practice elements​​

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Next:  Thursday, December 3 ~  12pm-4pm (New York)​​​

CLINICAL CONSULTATION CALL

This is a collaborative space for clinicians to discuss clinical issues, share insights, and deepen their understanding MERIT-informed psychotherapy. They are led by MERIT-certified clinicians. ​​​​

All members are invited​

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Third Thursday of every month at 8pm (New York).

MERIT INSTITUTE QUARTERLY WEBINARS

The MERIT Institute holds quarterly webinars.   Recent topics have included interventions for high risk youth, dealing with loss, trauma, and group treatment. ​​​ There is group discussion after the presentation. 

Everyone is welcome. 

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MERIT CERTIFICATION

The MERIT Institute offers a Certification Program for experienced MERIT practitioners. 

 

It is available to licensed mental health practitioners (or trainees who are enrolled in a mental health training program) who offer psychotherapy as part of their professional training and scope. (Those interested in other professions, please reach out to us directly.)

 

Training Pathway

  • Attend 4-hour Introduction to MERIT training

  • Attend at least 6 sessions of MERIT Consultation. This is a recommended minimum and subject to change based on the recommendations of the MERIT trainer and individual experience of the applicant.

  • Submit anonymized transcripts of MERIT sessions for evaluation. Once 3 transcripts have been submitted that meet criteria on the MERIT-TAS (MERIT Therapist Adherence Scale),  certification will be issued.

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BECOME A MERIT INSTITUTE MEMBER

Membership gives you access to consultation calls, discounted training, and a network of clinicians and researchers committed to advancing MERIT psychotherapy.

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