The case formulation occupies a unique position in the mental health and substance abuse treatment process. It not only represents the end product of a thorough clinical assessment

The case formulation occupies a unique position in the mental health and substance abuse treatment process. It not only represents the end product of a thorough clinical assessment, but it also serves as the basis for the treatment plan. The case formulation also provides a blueprint of the treatment being provided by helping the clinician to stay on track with treatment, monitor treatment progress, and modify the treatment if indicated.

you will create a case formulation and format by creating an assessment form. You are free to research various assessment forms and use the APA format. Read the attached case study and apply the recommended case formulation process in sequential steps. Use the guidelines below to support your response:

1) Format your Case Formulation using "bold" highlighted subheadings, type in double-spaced, use a minimum of 4 pages. Note: Create your clinical assessment by formatting into a well-structured chart.

2) Use well-organized sentences and paraphrase the responses in your own words, when referencing external sources.

3) Include a summary of the key aspects of the case formulation for the client (i.e., primary objective of the clinician assessment, etc.).

4) Provide patient-specific treatment modality and incorporate the case formulation theory.

5) You may refer to information from your e-book chapters 1 through 4 and use APA format. You are free to use external resources to develop your case formulation.