This is Why Therapy Works

Why does two people talking in a room together make such a huge impact on people's mental health?

Here's what really matters in therapy, and what to look for in a therapist.

Research Referenced:
DeRubeis, R. J., Siegle, G. J., & Hollon, S. D. (2008). Cognitive therapy versus medication for depression: treatment outcomes and neural mechanisms.

Herman S. M. (1997). The relationship between therapist-client modality similarity and psychotherapy outcome.

Ardito, R. B., & Rabellino, D. (2011). Therapeutic alliance and outcome of psychotherapy: historical excursus, measurements, and prospects for research.

Dunkle, John & Friedlander, Myrna. (1996). Contribution of Therapist Experience and Personal Characteristics to the Working Alliance.

Lynch, Margaret McCoy. (2012). Factors Influencing Successful Psychotherapy Outcomes.

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