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Psychotherapy Training Among Psychiatrists in Russia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Consortium Psychiatricum
|March 25, 2026
Summary
Psychiatry trainees and early career psychiatrists in Russia show strong interest in psychotherapy training, but current programs lack consistent integration and adequate supervision. Enhancing training is crucial for improving mental health care standards.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychotherapy Education
- Medical Training
Background:
- Global challenge in standardizing psychotherapy training within psychiatry.
- Inconsistent integration of psychotherapy training in Russian psychiatry programs.
- Variations in training standards across Russian institutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- Explore psychotherapy education experiences of Russian psychiatry trainees and early career psychiatrists.
- Assess views on improving psychotherapy training.
- Identify challenges and opportunities in psychotherapy education.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey using the World Psychotherapy Survey questionnaire (translated to Russian).
- Data collected on psychotherapy training experiences and supervision.
- 223 psychiatrists and trainees from 38 Russian cities participated.
Main Results:
- High interest in psychotherapy training (88 certified/training, 100 planning).
- Limited mandatory psychotherapy courses (30.9%) and supervision opportunities.
- Majority (89.7%) supported mandatory training; CBT and psychodynamic therapy preferred.
Conclusions:
- Significant interest in psychotherapy training among Russian psychiatrists.
- Gaps in supervision and inconsistent program integration require attention.
- Mandatory psychotherapy training can align Russian standards with international best practices and improve mental health care.
Keywords:
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