The Uses and Abuses of Co‐Therapy

Abstract

The literature on co‐therapy suggests increased interest in this treatment procedure. There is some agreement over advantages and disadvantages, but there is also confusion on indications and counter‐indications. This paper summarizes the current use and abuse of co‐therapy. The reported clinical experiences of several co‐therapist teams, including spouse co‐therapists, are also discussed. It appears that co‐therapy will remain controversial until outcomes are rigorously measured and compared with the results of other therapeutic modalities in a standardized, acceptable way.