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Evidence base for psychotherapy: two perspectives.

Norman A Clemens¹

¹Case Western Reserve University.

Journal of Psychiatric Practice

|May 21, 2010

Summary

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Two books review the evidence for psychotherapy. They highlight pragmatic psychodynamic therapy and the cost-effectiveness of various psychotherapy approaches for numerous conditions.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Psychiatry
Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

Two recent books examine the empirical foundation of psychotherapy.
These works focus on psychodynamic therapy and the cost-effectiveness of psychotherapy.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the evidence base for psychodynamic psychotherapy.
To summarize research on the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of psychotherapy.

Main Methods:

Review of "Psychodynamic Therapy: A Guide to Evidence-Based Practice" by Summers and Barber.
Analysis of "Psychotherapy Is Worth It: A Comprehensive Review of Its Cost-Effectiveness" edited by Lazar.

Main Results:

Summers and Barber present a pragmatic psychodynamic psychotherapy model integrating research and clinical practice.
Lazar's compilation demonstrates the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of psychotherapy across diverse conditions.

Conclusions:

Psychodynamic psychotherapy can be tailored to individual patient needs, incorporating diverse therapeutic strategies.
Psychotherapy is a valuable and cost-effective treatment for a wide range of mental health issues.