Objective: Structured group therapies offer the delivery of theory-specific interventions combined with beneficial group processes. Usually time-limited, such treatments present several advantages for both clinicians and patients.
Methods: Several different models of structured group therapy are highlighted, with a brief description of their intended populations and treatment mechanisms.
Results: Possibilities and challenges in the advancement of structured group psychotherapy are discussed.
Conclusion: Further research and training efforts are needed to support the expansion of structured group treatments, which in turn may help to increase patient access to effective psychotherapy.
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