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Gail Myhr is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University. She also serves as an Investigator at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) and is affiliated with the Brain Repair and Integrative Neuroscience (BRaIN) Program.
Dr. Myhr's research primarily focuses on identifying predictors of successful outcomes in short-term cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Her work centers on understanding what personal characteristics and psychological factors determine which clients will benefit most from short-term CBT interventions. At the MUHC CBT Unit, she has pioneered the systematic use of the Suitability for Short-Term Cognitive Therapy interview and rating procedure (Safran et al., 1990), which has refined client selection for short-term CBT to ensure positive client experiences, optimize resource allocation, and enhance training outcomes.
Her research examines how pre-treatment factors such as age, personality traits, attachment style, emotional avoidance, interpersonal sensitivity, and somatization tendencies predict treatment outcomes. More recently, Dr. Myhr has initiated projects studying computerized CBT for individuals on waiting lists for services and investigating how training programs affect the administration of CBT by trainees.
Analysis of Dr. Myhr's publication record reveals a consistent focus on cognitive behavioral therapy outcomes across various mental health conditions. Her work spans anxiety disorders, depression, and psychosis, with particular attention to identifying predictors of treatment success. Over time, her research has evolved from examining basic predictors to exploring implementation strategies, including computerized delivery methods and training protocols.
Dr. Myhr has been actively involved in research examining the cost-effectiveness of CBT and advocating for increased access to evidence-based psychological treatments within the Canadian healthcare system. Her work bridges clinical practice with health policy considerations, demonstrating a commitment to translating research findings into practical applications that improve mental healthcare delivery.
