PSYC 110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 16: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Family Therapy
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A psychological intervention designed to help people resolve emotional, behavioral and interpersonal problems and improve the quality of their lives. 20% americans have received psychotherapy at some point in their lives females are more likely to seek treatment than males. Caucasians are more likely than other ethnic groups. But research shows that therapy can benefit all gender and ethnic groups equally. Clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, and social workers are the main mental health professionals. But people with non-advanced degrees also offer offer psychological services. Often obtain agency-specific training and attend workshops that enhance their education. Little to no difference in effectiveness between trained therapists who have a degree and those (cid:449)ho do(cid:374)"t. But professionals know how to operate within system and choose more effective treatments. Select important topics to focus on in session. Psychotherapies where the goal is to expand awareness or insight.
