What We Know About Psychotherapies

Evidence summaries, guides, and updates—translated for clinical conversations.

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What is Metapsy, and how do I use it?
Guide

What is Metapsy, and how do I use it?

Does psychotherapy work?
Fundamentals

Does psychotherapy work?

If we don't know what mental disorders are, how can we still treat them?
Fundamentals

If we don't know what mental disorders are, how can we still treat them?

Does therapy take away the causes of mental disorders?
Fundamentals

Does therapy take away the causes of mental disorders?

Is cognitive behavior therapy the best treatment for everyone?
Choosing a treatment

Is cognitive behavior therapy the best treatment for everyone?

Medication or psychotherapy for mental health problems?
Choosing a treatment

Medication or psychotherapy for mental health problems?

Group or individual therapy?
Choosing a treatment

Group or individual therapy?

Does therapy for depression help with other areas of life too?
What to expect

Does therapy for depression help with other areas of life too?

Can psychotherapy have negative effects?
What to expect

Can psychotherapy have negative effects?

Are psychological treatments effective in older adults?
Special populations

Are psychological treatments effective in older adults?

What can I do if therapy does not seem to work?
Next steps

What can I do if therapy does not seem to work?