One-at-a-Time Approach

Take the strain off your delivery of care and reduce wait times

A One-at-a-Time (OAAT) approach is a core component of our evidence-informed SC2.0 model that fosters care seeker autonomy. We believe that every interaction within mental health and substance use health systems is an opportunity for a person to have a helpful experience that can address their immediate concerns.

Many people don’t seek counselling or don’t return; OAAT counselling makes every session count. It offers a strength-based, trauma-informed, person-centric practice, recognizing that wisdom is not limited to mental health professionals and that individuals often know what is best for them. Organizations who provide OAAT therapy at a first point of contact increase care options, build capacity, and improve access to services. 

We offer training with our subject matter experts to build capacity within your organization and community. 

View our full range of services, training and learning below.

Consultation

Our service is based on implementation science and can include consultation on the following areas: 

  • Change management
  • Co-design
  • Quality improvement
  • Communication and Engagement

Research and Evaluation

  • Support clients in developing a comprehensive evaluation plan and protocol to assess the implementation and impact of OAAT counselling services
Training

One-at-a-time (OAAT)/ Single-session Therapy 

This training is for anyone who wants to learn and practice a One-at-a-Time (OAAT) Counselling approach to support people in the moment and in every conversation. Whether you are new to OAAT Counselling or want a refresher, our training is designed to meet your learning needs and enhance your skill set.

 

This course is offered throughout the calendar year, register for the next session now.

 

Audience: Mental health service providers (registered or in-training) who offer individual, couples, or family counselling sessions. 

Course length: 12 hours over 4 days

Cost: $800

[Also available in French: Session Thérapie USALF: Optimiser l’impact des conversations utiles]

Supervision Training for Effective One-at-a-time (OAAT) Counselling

 

This course will introduce participants to assumptions, knowledge, and practices of supervision that inspire effective One-at-a-Time (OAAT) Counselling relationships between supervisors, service providers and service users. 

 

This course is offered throughout the year, register for the next session now.

 

Audience: Supervisors and managers of mental health and community service providers. 

Course length: 6 hours

Cost: $800

Self-paced eLearning

Introduction to One-at-a-Time (Single-Session) Counselling 

This course introduces One-at-a-Time (OAAT) Counselling – sometimes called Single Session Therapy (SST). From understanding the foundational concepts to implementing the counselling strategies effectively, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide personalized support at the moment people access services.

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Audience: Primarily for mental health service providers, but also relevant for leadership to better understand the shift in practice that will need to be supported.

Course Length: ~3 hours

Cost: $250

[Also available in French: Counseling une séance à la fois (séance unique)]

You can also visit our Learning Hub for more self-paced courses.

If you don’t see your specific needs reflected in the services above, start your OAAT approach by connecting with us today.