Predictors of Clinician ‐Reported Self‐Efficacy in Treating Trauma‐Exposed Youth

We examined predictors of clinician self-efficacy in working with trauma-exposed youth in a sample of practicing mental health clinici ans (N = 258,M age = 34.4 years, 85.0% female). Clinicians were recruited and surveyed as part of a larger study examining how clients ’ exposure to potentially traumatic events influences clinician decision-making. Results of regression models indicated that training in any trauma treatment model, being trained via a variety of formats (e.g., in-person training, online, supervision), and training in a variety of treatment models were all associated with higher perceived self-efficacy regarding effectively treating trauma-exposed youth. Of the treatment models and training formats examined, receiving in-person training,R2 = .10, and training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy,R2 = .10, were the strongest predictors of higher self-efficacy ratings. Clinician discipline,R2 = .04, and clinical practice factors,R2 = .20, were also related to self-efficacy. Collectively, theR2 indicated a large effect, with the predictors explaining 25.4% of the variance in self-efficacy ratings. Implications for designing implementation strategies targeting clinician self-efficacy and future research are discussed.
Source: Journal of Traumatic Stress - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research