National Institute for Health and Care Research

An Introduction to SUSI – Social-Emotional Under 5s Screening and Intervention (SUSI): An Evidence-Based Infant Mental Health Approach

4 July 2024

Carol Hardy (South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust)

4th July 2024, 1pm to 2pm

Carol introduced the SUSI model, designed for under-5s and their families, offering a comprehensive approach to assess and intervene in children’s social-emotional development and their relationship with caregivers.

SUSI includes a detailed assessment, a tailored intervention plan ranging from 6-15 sessions, and employs therapeutic techniques aimed at addressing the core issues within the parent-child dyad.

Created to fill the gap in resources and accessibility for this age group, SUSI aims to support families through customisable resources and by embedding the service within community networks and social care services. It is evidence-based, reflecting a broader effort to improve early mental health care.

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