The article presents and discusses parameters that optimize matrixing in mental health as a care device. We conducted a qualitative study guided by group psychoanalytic theories. We observed, recorded and analyzed six matrixing meetings between specialist services and primary health care services. The main difficulties found were finding time and spaces for meetings and differences in understanding about tasks. On the other hand, we observed moments that reveal mutual care in tune with the literature on health team and service user relations. We conclude by highlighting the importance of knowledge about the psychic processes at stake in groups of professionals, facilitating greater clarity regarding tasks and resulting in the consequent engagement of participants (both public health service users and health professionals), thus enhancing matrixing as a care device.
Keywords
Mental Health; Primary Health Care; Matrix Support; Extended Care; Group