February 1st, 2020 
There are some schools of thought that do not believe in the efficacy of counseling and psychotherapy. Tan (2011) in Counseling and Psychotherapy concludes his work by exploring Is Psychotherapy Effective? (p. 389). What are your thoughts on Tans approach? Why is research a crucial component in exploring effectiveness in clinical practice? What steps can you take to maintain a research-informed approach throughout your career?
Chapter 17 and the Appendix (Is Psychotherapy Effective?) of Counseling and Psychotherapy (pp. 374400).
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