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Workshop cosponsored by CHRIS, Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council and the Medical Interpreter Advisory Board (MIA) Interpreting in Mental Health Settings: A Practice Profession

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1. Begin by assessing the language needs of the individual seeking mental health services. Determine the language they are most comfortable communicating in and whether they require a professional interpreter.
2. Contact a professional interpreting service that specializes in mental health. Ensure that they have interpreters who are trained and experienced in the field and who adhere to professional standards and ethics.
3. Provide the interpreting service with all the necessary information about the mental health appointment, including the date, time, location, and any specific instructions or requirements. This will help the interpreter prepare for the session.
4. Prior to the appointment, speak with the interpreter to discuss the purpose of the session, any relevant background information about the individual's mental health conditions, and any specific terminology or jargon that may be used during the session.
5. During the mental health appointment, introduce the interpreter to all parties involved and explain their role in the session. Encourage open communication and ensure that everyone understands the importance of confidentiality.
6. Throughout the session, the interpreter should accurately convey all messages between the mental health professional and the individual. They should use neutral and objective language, without expressing personal opinions or biases.
7. If the individual becomes upset or shows signs of distress during the session, the interpreter should handle the situation with empathy and sensitivity. They should also be aware of cultural differences and norms that may impact the interpretation process.
8. After the session, take the time to debrief with the interpreter, providing feedback on their performance, and addressing any concerns or issues that arose. This will help improve future interpreting sessions in mental health settings.

Who needs interpreting in mental health:

1. Individuals who are non-native speakers of the language used in mental health services may need interpreting. This could include immigrants, refugees, and individuals from ethnic or linguistic minority groups.
2. Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals who use sign language as their primary means of communication may require interpreting services to access mental health support.
3. People with limited English proficiency or communication difficulties due to cognitive or developmental disabilities may also need interpreting in mental health to effectively communicate with mental health professionals.

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What is interpreting in mental health?

Interpreting in mental health involves translating spoken or written communication between healthcare providers and patients who speak different languages or have communication barriers due to hearing impairment or other factors.

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Healthcare providers and facilities that serve patients with language barriers or communication difficulties are required to provide interpreting services in mental health.

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Interpreting in mental health can be filled out by documenting the interpreter's information, patient's information, date of interpretation, type of interpretation (i.e. language, sign language), and details of the communication.

What is the purpose of interpreting in mental health?

The purpose of interpreting in mental health is to ensure effective communication between healthcare providers and patients who have language barriers or communication difficulties, in order to provide quality mental health care.

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