This map suggests that you next refine the patient’s need for treatment by re-visiting his/her diagnosis [Section 28] while continuing to work on the treatment alliance [Section 8]

Next, consider whether the patient has any special issues [Section 29] that need to be considered.

The bulk of the map addresses the preferred type of treatment [Section 30] – individual, couple, family or group for this patient. Because there are so many options for individual treatment, it is further divided on the map.

Some possibilities for individual treatment include

• Supportive therapy [Section 35]
• Cognitive-behavioral therapy [Section 34]
• Psychodynamic therapy [Section 32]
• Interpersonal therapy [Section 33]
• Medication [Section 39]

Having decided on the type of treatment for this patient, go on to Map 4.