Michelle D. Sherman, Ph.D.
Alan "Dutch" Doerman, Psy.D.,ABPP
Ursula B. Bowling, Psy.D.
Lee Thrash, Ph.D.
Oklahoma City VA Medical Center VISN 16 South Central Mental Illness Research Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC)
September 2011
Acknowledgments
Overview of the REACH Program Manual
Background of the REACH Program
Guiding Principles for Therapists in Providing REACH
Format of the REACH Program
Structure of the REACH Program
Documentation and Workload Credit
Recruitment
Phase 1 (Joining) Sessions
Joining 1: Introduction to REACH and Psychoeducation on PTSD
Joining 2: The Family's Journey with PTSD and Introduction to Coping Skills
Joining 3: Exploring Relationship History and Enhancing Social Support
Joining 4: Introduction to Problem Solving and Preparation for Phase 2
Phase 2 Sessions
Session 1: PTSD and its Impact on the Family
Session 2: Managing Anger and Conflict Effectively
Session 3: Communication Skills
Session 4: Creating a Low-Stress Environment and Promoting Wellness
Session 5: Depression and Its Impact on the Family
Session 6: Problem-Solving Skills
Phase 3 Sessions
Session 1: Review of PTSD and Its Impact on the Family
Session 2: Review of Managing Anger and Conflict Effectively
Session 3: Review of Communication Skills
Session 4: Review of Creating a Low-Stress Environment and Promoting Wellness
Session 5: Review of Depression and Its Impact on the Family
Session 6: Review of Problem Solving
Program Satisfaction
Evaluation
Publications and Presentations Regarding REACH
References
Download complete Provider Manual and Student Workbook (.ZIP File)
Other Oklahoma City VA Family Mental Health Program Family Resources: