Implementation > Training, resources and stakeholder collaboration > Training for case managers in psychosocial matched care > Training for psychologists and psychosocial counsellors

Psychologists and those undertaking psychosocial counselling provide early, structured support to workers experiencing psychosocial barriers to recovery. Unlike traditional mental health counselling, the focus is on identifying and addressing psychosocial factors that impact work capacity within a structured, short-term intervention model.

Training for psychologists and counsellors should ensure they can:

•Understand the psychosocial matched care framework and their role within it

•Conduct structured assessments of psychosocial barriers to recovery

•Deliver evidence-based, short-term interventions aligned with RTW goals

•Work collaboratively with case managers, RTW coordinators, and treating doctors

•Communicate effectively with insurers and workplace stakeholders to support recovery