Strategies for implementing evidence-based practices in routine mental health settings

[...]programme implementation is most likely to be successful when it matches the values, needs and concerns of practitioners. 14 MENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATORS Mental health administrators identify three essential elements for implementing new programmes: clear guidelines, effective training materials and consistent incentives. 9 Guidelines need to be more than a practice description. [...]procedural reinforcements, such as regulations, finances, contracts, credentials, paperwork and outcome assessments need to be consistently aligned.