Does Psychotherapy Work?

"Research shows that most patients who receive psychotherapy experience symptom relief and are better able to function in their lives.

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Psychotherapy has been shown to improve emotions and behaviours and to be linked to positive changes in the brain and body.

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The benefits also include fewer sick days, less disability, fewer medical problems and more job stability.

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The cost of not treating mental disorders can often be greater personal anguish, substance abuse, poor work performance, broken relationships with family and friends, or death by suicide."

American Psychiatric Association