Does therapists' competence matter in delivering psychological therapy?

Davidson, K. and Scott, J. (2009) Does therapists' competence matter in delivering psychological therapy? Psychiatrist, 33(4), pp. 121-123. (doi: 10.1192/pb.bp.108.020214)

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Abstract

Therapists differ in their effectiveness in the delivery of psychological therapy. Can trainees who are exposed to similar training in psychological therapy achieve the same standard of competence regardless of professional background? This is a timely question given the planned expansion of psychological therapists to treat common mental disorders in England and Wales and the Scottish initiative to increase access to psychological therapies.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Davidson, Professor Kate
Authors: Davidson, K., and Scott, J.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences
Journal Name:Psychiatrist

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