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Enhancing Therapy Outcomes: Insights from the COMPASS Programme

Enhancing Therapy Outcomes: Insights from the COMPASS Programme

As practitioners dedicated to improving the lives of children, it is crucial to stay informed about the latest evidence-based interventions. One such intervention is the COMPASS programme, a therapist-supported digital cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) designed to manage depression and anxiety in individuals with long-term physical health conditions (LTCs). This blog post will delve into the key findings of a recent study titled "A cognitive–behavioural therapy programme for managing depression and anxiety in long-term physical health conditions: mixed-methods real-world evaluation of the COMPASS programme," and how these findings can be leveraged to enhance therapy outcomes.

Key Findings from the COMPASS Programme

The study employed a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the effectiveness and acceptability of the COMPASS programme in real-world settings. Here are the primary outcomes:

Effect sizes were larger for patients with clinically significant baseline symptoms, suggesting that the programme is particularly beneficial for those with more severe initial conditions.

Qualitative Insights

The qualitative component of the study provided valuable insights into patient experiences. Two main themes emerged:

Practical Applications for Practitioners

Based on these findings, here are some actionable steps for practitioners:

Encouraging Further Research

While the COMPASS programme shows promising results, further research is essential to refine and optimize the intervention. Practitioners are encouraged to stay updated with ongoing studies and contribute to research efforts to continually improve therapy outcomes.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: A cognitive–behavioural therapy programme for managing depression and anxiety in long-term physical health conditions: mixed-methods real-world evaluation of the COMPASS programme.


Citation: Seaton, N., Moss-Morris, R., Hulme, K., Macaulay, H., & Hudson, J. (2023). A cognitive–behavioural therapy programme for managing depression and anxiety in long-term physical health conditions: mixed-methods real-world evaluation of the COMPASS programme. BJPsych Open, 9(5), e153. https://doi.org/10.1192/bjo.2023.519
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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