Resources
Making Effective Referrals
Guidelines for primary care providers and agencies on when and how to refer for specialty therapy services.
Educational only. Not a substitute for therapy or supervision.
Efficient referrals rely on clarity: what the client needs, what services are in scope, and how communication will happen during and after the handoff.
Consider sharing:
- Presenting concerns and relevant history
- Current supports or services already in place
- Urgency, safety considerations, or accommodations
- Preferred contact method for follow-up
Referrals move faster when expectations are explicit. That includes timelines for response, what “fit” looks like, and how updates will be handled if specialty care is not appropriate.
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