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This study of 33 student therapists, 402 client systems, and three supervisors tested the efficacy of using student co-therapy teams as an aspect of clinical training in a marriage and family therapy program. This study utilizes both quantitative and qualitative methodology. Two research questions were addressed: “Do different pairings of co-therapists affect client outcomes?” and “Is co-therapy a viable option for a training program?” The results indicate that client outcomes using co-therapy are at least as effective as treatment using one therapist and in some circumstances produce more positive outcomes for both clients and student therapists.
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Hendrix, C.C., Fournier, D.G. & Briggs, K. Impact of Co-Therapy Teams on Client Outcomes and Therapist Training in Marriage and Family Therapy. Contemporary Family Therapy 23, 63–82 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1007824216363
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