Step 4 of EBP: Collaboratively Discussing Treatment Options with the Client

Abstract

Step 4 of the EBP process centers on discussing the relevant research results collaboratively with the client. It includes providing a plain language summary of the results to the client and actively exploring how the results fit with the client’s needs, situation, values, and preferences. This chapter examines why such an active, collaborative discussion is important and how it serves to support positive client outcomes. Four rationales for active and collaborative discussion with the client are offered. Topics a clinician might include in such a summary of relevant research are examined in depth and detail.