Clinical Symptom Rating Scales (BDI, BAI, HAM-D, HAM-A)

Standardised clinical measures to track and quantify anxiety and depression severity

What is Symptom Screening?

Symptom screening involves using standardized questionnaires and interview-based scales to measure the presence and severity of specific psychological symptoms. We utilize gold-standard instruments like the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D), and Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) to establish clinical baselines and track progress.

Why Symptom Screening?

Accurately quantifies the severity of anxiety and depression symptoms
Establishes a clear baseline before starting therapy
Measures treatment progress and therapeutic efficacy over time
Brief and easy to complete (15–45 minutes)

What to expect

Symptom rating scales are administered either as self-report questionnaires (you fill them out yourself) or structured clinical interviews conducted by your psychologist. They are usually completed in under an hour, and results are shared with you to guide the focus of your therapy sessions.

What Symptom Screening is used for

Depression screening & tracking Anxiety severity measurement Clinical baseline definition Treatment progress monitoring

Common questions

How often are these symptom scales administered?

They are typically administered before the first session to establish a baseline, and then at regular intervals (e.g., every 4–6 weeks) to objectively measure your progress and ensure the treatment plan is effective.

Interested in Symptom Screening?

Speak with one of our therapists to find out if Symptom Screening is the right approach for you.

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