It is not uncommon for psychotherapists to work as a team with a client's primary care physician or psychiatrist who prescribes medication. Working with your medical doctor you can determine what's best for you. Many clients prefer to work with a therapist first to see if they can reduce their symptoms or distress without medications. On the other hand, medication alone has often shown not to be an effective long-term solution as the underlying causes of the mental distress or imbalance have not been addressed. Therapy addresses the psychological and emotional causes of clients' distress and the behavior patterns that impede their progress. You can best achieve sustainable growth and a greater sense of well-being with an integrative approach to wellness.?
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