Mental Health Therapy Toolkits and Guidelines

The Ohio State University Nisonger Center developed several resources for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) and professionals who treat adults with ID and mental health conditions.

Mental Health Therapy Toolkit: A Personal Guide for Adults with Intellectual Disability

Document that can be filled out to help a person’s therapist know how best to support them.

ID Mental Health Therapy Guidelines: Treating Adults with Intellectual Disability and Mental Health Conditions

Clear language summary of best practices for mental health professionals and adults with ID (14 pages).

2023 Psychotherapy Practice Guidelines: Working with Adults with Intellectual Disability and Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions

Complete guidelines for mental health professionals working with adults with ID (58 pages).

Therapy Helper Tools

Worksheet that individuals can fill out before and after an appointment to prepare for, review, and practice therapy skills. Also includes links to videos on box breathing, grounding techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, and more.

Additional resources are available on the Nisonger Center’s website (tap/click the arrow next to the Mental Health Therapy Products heading).