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Why Does Therapy Work?

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

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Exploring the Efficacy of Therapy and Why It Works

The episode introduces a new segment where the hosts discuss the effectiveness of therapy, touching on various forms like psychodynamic, CBT, somatic experiencing, and Gestalt work. They explore research findings showing that psychotherapy is generally beneficial for patients, with efficacy rivaling or exceeding that of depression medication but with fewer side effects and lower relapse rates.

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