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by germinalphrase 1363 days ago
The vast majority of therapists do not - and cannot - prescribe drugs.
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Psychotherapy is usually not a covered benefit in public mental health plans. Most poor people are drugged, locked up, etc. Therapy requires trust, commitment, funding, and stability on both sides. It's the most effective cure but it's also the slowest and most expensive treatment.