WHAT WE DO

TRAINING
We train multidisciplinary healthcare professionals in MERIT.

RESEARCH
We support research on metacognition, severe mental illness, and recovery.

ADVOCACY
We strongly advocate for broader access to MERIT worldwide.

COLLABORATION
We create opportunities for clinicians and researchers to network and grow together.
A RECOVERY-ORIENTED APPROACH TO SEVERE MENTAL ILLNESS
MERIT (Metacognitive Reflection and Insight Therapy) is an evidence-based psychotherapy framework that empowers individuals with severe mental illness to make meaning of their experiences, strengthen their sense of self, and achieve personal recovery goals.
GET INVOLVED WITH MERIT INSTITUTE
The MERIT Institute seeks to improve the lives of people experiencing serious mental illness. Whether you’re interested in becoming a member, participating in our training programs, contributing to research, or supporting our advocacy efforts, there are many ways to join our community. Together, we can expand access to MERIT and strengthen recovery-oriented care for individuals living with severe mental illness.