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Evidence Summaries

Clinician-focused summaries of key psychotherapy safety research, designed for review by our Scientific Advisory Council and graded using our transparent four-tier evidence framework.

Each summary is written for practicing clinicians — emphasizing practical relevance, key takeaways, and what the research means for your work with clients.

Understanding evidence tiers

Strong

Supported by multiple high-quality studies (RCTs, meta-analyses) with consistent findings.

Moderate

Supported by at least one high-quality study or multiple adequate studies with generally consistent findings.

Limited

Based on preliminary evidence from a small number of studies, case reports, or expert consensus.

Insufficient

Insufficient evidence to draw conclusions. Research is needed or existing findings are conflicting.

For our full methodology, visit our Approach page.

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Not Clinical Advice

Evidence summaries are for educational purposes only and do not constitute clinical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Summaries represent our assessment of the evidence at the time of review and should not be considered exhaustive.

Always consult primary sources and qualified professionals for clinical decision-making. Evidence summaries are periodically reviewed and updated as new research becomes available.