Dr. Catherine Briand

Associate Professor

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Biography

Catherine Briand is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Montreal, specializing in the evaluation of mental health rehabilitation programs. Her research interests focus on advanced psychiatric rehabilitation interventions, specifically cognitive-behavioral approaches applied to psychotic clients. She also investigates the factors that support or hinder the implementation of innovative practices within health organizations. Briand is affiliated with the CR-IUSMM, the research center of the University Institute of Mental Health of Montreal, and has collaborated on various projects enhancing mental health recovery guidelines and practices across Canada. Her research projects include 'Implementing Mental Health Recovery Guideline Services: A Pan Canadian Study' and work on the Recovery College model, among others. Briand's contributions aim to improve rehabilitation practices for individuals with severe mental illnesses, which has included evaluating service models and promoting the dissemination of best practices in Quebec's mental health sector.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Montreal

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2 level)
  • CV/Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.