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social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > counseling > counseling (general) > outcomes of counseling and psychotherapy

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outcomes of counseling and psychotherapy  

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  • Counseling and psychotherapy outcomes are the benefits (or harms) that derive for clients (patients or mental healthcare consumers) as a result of their experiences or treatment in therapy or counseling. Although it is generally assumed that therapy is an effective treatment for mental health concerns, this is not always the case. [Source: Encyclopedia of Counseling; Outcomes of Counseling and Psychotherapy]

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