| Title | Process Rounds to Elevate Psychological Skills in Palliative Care. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2025 |
| Authors | Chammas D, Rosenberg LB, Moment A, Shalev D, Brenner K |
| Journal | J Palliat Med |
| Date Published | 2025 Sep 09 |
| ISSN | 1557-7740 |
| Abstract | Background: A half-day workshop improved palliative care clinicians' ability to integrate psychological concepts into serious illness communication but created demand for longitudinal learning. Objective: To pilot "Process Rounds," a four-session, case-based, adapted psychotherapeutic supervision group reinforcing formulation, countertransference, and mindful intervention. Methods: Workshop graduates from four cohorts were invited; 25/143 enrolled. Each cohort met for four 60-minute sessions over 6-8 weeks. Eight-week postworkshop surveys included specific items for Process Rounds participants. Facilitators were interviewed about their experiences and themes. Results: Participants were highly satisfied with the Process Rounds. Compared with nonparticipants, Process Rounds attendees reported greater improvement in comfort teaching formulation (p = 0.013) and stronger clinical impact (p = 0.028). Participants and facilitators found value in the structured format; scheduling conflicts were the chief barrier. Conclusions: Process Rounds, an adapted model of psychotherapeutic supervision, was acceptable to palliative care clinicians and deepened learning about psychologically informed serious illness communication. |
| DOI | 10.1177/10966218251376725 |
| Alternate Journal | J Palliat Med |
| PubMed ID | 40929019 |
