1. Client Information Systems and Data Base Applications
PCO 5095 – Computer Applications in Counseling Psychology and Other Human Services
James P. Sampson, Jr.
Florida State University
Copyright 2001 by James P. Sampson, Jr. All Rights Reserved

2. Introduction Client Information Systems Practice Management Software
Data Base Applications

3. Client Information Systems
See flow chart

4. Client Information Systems
Users
Practitioners
Supervisors
Clerical staff

5. Client Information Systems
Issues
Data access
Restricting access to appropriate users
Tension between quality of care and financial considerations

6. Practice Management Software
Client scheduling
Insurance reporting
Financial records
Progress notes

7. Data Base Applications
Personal computers with Internet links
Hand held computers with Internet links
PDA – Personal Digital Assistant

8. Data Base Applications
Examples
Diagnosis
Psychopharmacology
Intake

9. Data Base Applications
Issues
Validity
Content validity (Authorized version)
Update cycle
Use “in session” Vs. “between sessions”
Mediating effect of the client

10. For Additional Information
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