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Empowering LCSWs with Telebehavioral Health Competencies for Effective Practice

Empowering LCSWs with Telebehavioral Health Competencies for Effective Practice

The rapid shift to telebehavioral health (TBH) during the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) to develop robust competencies in this area. The research article, CTiBS and Clinical Social Work: Telebehavioral Health Competencies for LCSWs in the Age of COVID-19, provides a comprehensive framework to help LCSWs enhance their TBH skills.

The Coalition for Technology in Behavioral Science (CTiBS) has identified seven competency domains essential for effective TBH practice:

These domains encompass 49 specific objectives and 146 measurable competencies. The framework categorizes competencies into three levels: novice, proficient, and authority, ensuring a developmental progression in skill acquisition.

Clinical Evaluation and Care

Within this domain, LCSWs must address key questions such as:

Documentation and Administrative Procedures

Proper documentation is critical for TBH services. This includes:

Legal and Regulatory Issues

LCSWs must adhere to HIPAA guidelines, obtain Business Associate Agreements, and navigate interjurisdictional practice and licensure portability. The following checklist may help:

For further reading on this comprehensive competency framework, please refer to the original research paper: CTiBS and Clinical Social Work: Telebehavioral Health Competencies for LCSWs in the Age of COVID-19.


Citation: Merrill, C. A., Maheu, M. M., Drude, K. P., Groshong, L. W., Coleman, M., & Hilty, D. M. (2022). CTiBS and Clinical Social Work: Telebehavioral Health Competencies for LCSWs in the Age of COVID-19. Clinical Social Work Journal, 50(2), 115-123. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10615-021-00827-7
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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