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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:  ​​Monday, December 8 from 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 CONFERENCE

The MERIT Institute holds quarterly videoconferences.   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.  Candidates submit 3 anonymized MERIT psychotherapy session transcripts that are evaluated with the MERIT-TAS (MERIT Therapist Adherence Scale). ​​​​​

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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