Myths and Facts About Therapy
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REFERENCES:
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies: "What is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)?"
Parinda Khatri, PhD, psychologist; director of integrated care, Cherokee Health Systems.
National Institute of Mental Health: "Psychotherapies."
NAMI: "Treatment and Services."
Substance Abouse and Mental Health Services Administration: "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy."
National Institute of Mental Health: "How is Depression Diagnosed and Treated?"
Reviewed by Smitha Bhandari, MD on November 14, 2017
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