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Empirically supported psychological therapies

P C Kendall1

  • 1Department of Psychology, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122, USA.

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
|March 7, 1998
PubMed
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This article discusses empirically supported psychological therapies and the importance of empirical evaluations. It outlines the selection criteria and process for a special journal section on this topic.

Area of Science:

  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychotherapy Research

Background:

  • The need for evidence-based psychological treatments is critical.
  • Defining and identifying empirically supported therapies (ESTs) is essential for clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a special section focused on empirically supported psychological therapies.
  • To discuss the rationale behind the terminology used for ESTs.
  • To present justifications for empirical evaluations of therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and conceptual analysis.
  • Description of the editorial process for the special section.
  • Discussion of criteria for selecting therapies for empirical support.

Main Results:

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  • The article clarifies the definition and scope of empirically supported psychological therapies.
  • It provides a framework for understanding the value of empirical validation in psychotherapy.
  • The process guiding the special section's content is detailed.

Conclusions:

  • Empirical evaluation is crucial for advancing psychological therapies.
  • Standardized criteria enhance the reliability and applicability of ESTs.
  • This special section aims to consolidate and disseminate knowledge on ESTs.