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  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Couple therapy is an established intervention for relationship distress and quality enhancement.
  • Empirical research in relational science underpins current couple therapy models.
  • Couple-based interventions show effectiveness for relational, emotional, and physical health issues.

Conclusions:

  • Couple therapy is a robust field with strong empirical foundations and diverse applications.
  • Emerging trends like telehealth and specialized treatments are expanding its reach.
  • Addressing systemic and global dynamics presents future opportunities and challenges.