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Focuses on both the past and the present​

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Therapy can help heal wounds from the past

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Treats a mental health or substance abuse problem (which includes everything from severe issues such as PTSD  to minor, short-term issues such as adjustment disorders)

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Because therapy treats mental health or substance abuse problems, it’s generally covered by insurance and health savings accounts 

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Providers are licensed and regulated by the state, which helps insure proper training and ethical and legal standards are followed

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Unfortunately, there is a stigma for many individuals, cultures, and families in seeking psychotherapy or counseling

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Confidentiality (with certain limitations) is protected by law