stigma by showcasing the many benefits therapy and counseling may hold. Indeed, that is a good thing! ADVERTISEMENT Unfortunately, in the process, many have lost sight of the grey areas within mental health interventions.
Psychotherapy and counseling are under-researched areas of science, and though they have had proven benefits, problems and adverse effects remain an issue.
From side effects to the poor practice of the professionals involved, studies have found that between 5% and 20% of therapy and counseling patients experience adverse effects.This is not to say that you should avoid therapy or counseling altogether.
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