Evidence Based Relationships 2: Treatment Credibility and Outcome Expectancy

Abstract

In the previous chapter, the reader was introduced to four relational common factor variables that impact upon therapy outcomes. In this chapter, I continue the exploration of common factor variables by establishing the research evidence base for another two factors: treatment credibility (TC) and outcome expectancy (OE). The evidence for each individual variable is detailed and Top Tips for each is provided to support both seasoned and beginning practitioners to improve engagement and outcomes. The chapter distinguishes between each of the variables presented, while also acknowledging some overlap and how they complement each other. As with the previous chapter, I have considered these factors together for similar reasons, that is, they are closely aligned and learning about these variables together will help the reader think about how to leverage them in practice.

Citation

Mahon, D. (2023), "Evidence Based Relationships 2: Treatment Credibility and Outcome Expectancy", Evidence Based Counselling & Psychotherapy for the 21st Century Practitioner, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 53-59. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-80455-732-720231005