Effectiveness of Psychotherapy: Research Protocol Analysis

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of psychotherapy's effectiveness as an additional treatment in healthcare. The study begins with an introduction to psychotherapy, outlining its core principles and applications in treating mental health conditions. It explores the background and purpose of the research, which aims to understand and evaluate the impact of psychotherapy on patient outcomes. The report details the protocol's aims, objectives, and research questions, providing a framework for the investigation. A thorough literature review examines the concept of psychotherapy, different types such as cognitive behavioral therapy, and their effectiveness. The methodology section describes the research methods, including data collection, study design, data management, and analysis techniques. It also covers sample recruitment, inclusion criteria, and ethical considerations. The report includes a Gantt chart for project management, data validity measures, and considerations for patient and public involvement. The study concludes with a summary of findings and implications for clinical practice, referencing relevant literature throughout.

Protocol

Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................4
Background/ Purpose of the study...........................................................................................................4
Protocol Aims..........................................................................................................................................4
Protocol Objectives.................................................................................................................................4
Protocol Questions...................................................................................................................................4
Literature Review........................................................................................................................................4
What is the concept of psychotherapy?....................................................................................................5
What are the different types of psychotherapy used for additional treatment?.........................................6
What is the effectiveness of psychotherapy as an additional treatment?..................................................8
Methodology...............................................................................................................................................9
Method....................................................................................................................................................9
Data collection.........................................................................................................................................9
Outline of study ( Design and Analysis)..................................................................................................9
Data Management..................................................................................................................................10
Data Analysis.........................................................................................................................................10
Data Validity..........................................................................................................................................10
Gantt chart.............................................................................................................................................10
Sample and recruitment.........................................................................................................................10
Inclusion criteria....................................................................................................................................11
Sampling...............................................................................................................................................11
Recruitment...........................................................................................................................................13
Sample identification.............................................................................................................................13
Consent..................................................................................................................................................13
ETHICAL AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS......................................................................13
Assessment and management of risk.....................................................................................................14
Peer review............................................................................................................................................14
Patient & Public Involvement................................................................................................................14
Conclusions...............................................................................................................................................17
References.................................................................................................................................................18

Introduction
Psychotherapy is also known as taking treatment because in it talking is used rather than giving
medicines to the patients. There are some therapies which last for the few session whereas there
are some which last for long time like months or years. In respective therapy sessions are
conducted in one to one, in pair or in the group it will total depend upon the condition or
situation of patients (Carl and et. al., 2020). The respective protocol is based on determining
effectiveness of Psychotherapy as the additional treatment of patients in health and care industry.
Background/ Purpose of the study
The background or purpose of conducting this research is to develop understanding about
the psychotherapy which is used as a treatment for patients. Psychotherapy is considered as
process in which psychological methods are used in order to change behavior of a person as well
as it will also help in overcome issues in the desired manner. This therapy is done by
psychotherapist who is a trained professional know how to assist others who is suffering from
stress, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, negative behavior pattern and many other mental
condition (Deres and et. al., 2020). By developing this protocol, project manager able to develop
their understanding about the effectiveness of psychotherapy as an additional treatment for
patients.
Protocol Aims
“To analyze the effectiveness of psychotherapy as an addition to treatment for patients.”
Protocol Objectives
 To evaluate concept of psychotherapy.
 To evaluate different types of psychotherapy used for additional treatment.
 To identify effectiveness of psychotherapy as an additional treatment.
Protocol Questions
 What is the concept of psychotherapy?
 What are the different types of psychotherapy used for additional treatment?
 What is the effectiveness of psychotherapy as an additional treatment?
Literature Review

What is the concept of psychotherapy?
As per the view point of Kaley, Eagle and Wolitzky, 2020, Psychotherapy is considered
as medical method which use for treating a patients who are facing mental issues like stress,
bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, negative behavior pattern and many other issues. In the
process of psychotherapy professionals do treatment through talking with patients.
Psychotherapy is known as stock therapy or in other words psychotherapy is defined as a process
in which psychological problems are treated by communicating and developing a good
relationship with individuals who are suffering from mental health issues. Modern psychotherapy
is a time limited and focused process and generally it takes around 40 to 50 minutes per session
which is held once in a week. Psychotherapy consists of a range of procedures and these are
focused on placing various components that explains distinctions among the various school or
level of psychotherapy. In other words, psychotherapy is defined as process in which
psychological problems are treated using an effective communication. there are various
psychotherapy which focus on communication between the patient and therapist. This concept of
talking about issues and problems that an individual is facing. Friends and family are very
important factor in an individual’s life in order to maintain peace. But on the other hand, there
are few people in the world who face mental issues and they require advice or suggestions from
therapists for solving their issues. Psychotherapy as a professional relationship among a client
and a therapist at is totally dependent upon therapeutic principles, techniques and structure. This
is different from other relationships in different ways. The relationship between a client and a
therapist is only professional and there is no personal relationship among them. this relationship
can only service if the only purpose of the therapist is to help the patient in effective manner.
Therapist is present only for helping patient and there are no expectations in written but only
payment which must be done at proper time. Therapist is present for helping the patient in any
manner so that he is able to share his problems and issues and overcome them for leading a good
life. The therapeutic relationship is different from all other relationships. Therapist are the
individuals to whom person can share his doubts and issues without covering that he or she will
judge him. patient can be honest with therapist and tell each and every detail which is bothering
his life in negative manner. The various issues and information shared with therapist cannot
effect the person’s job, family or any other relationship. the relationship with therapist is very
different from casual or social conversation as it includes general questions asked to the patient

which will not only include yes or ok. But these can include number of sessions and discussions
which the patient and share with full honesty. Therapist are individuals and professionals who
are trained for understanding the problems and words which any individual uses for explaining
different issues. Psychotherapy is a process in which the professional develops experience file
treating different people and analysing their conditions before and after the therapy is being
given. Therapist must be familiar with the symptoms of different psychiatric illness and they
should know about the difficulties which the person can face in his daily living. Communication
between therapist and patient is not at all equal and therapist have to reveal the opinions or
stances on different issues, problems like politics or job dissatisfaction.
What are the different types of psychotherapy used for additional treatment?
According to the perspective of Karg and et. al., 2020, There are different types of
psychotherapy which can be used by a professional for the additional treatment such as cognitive
behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, interpersonal therapy and family focused therapy.
In this selection of therapy is totally based on the patient’s mental condition and situation
because it will help them in treating them effective manner by resolving their issues effectively.
psychotherapist defined as a therapy which is used for treating problem and mental health
conditions of individuals. This consists of talking to various trained professionals who are known
as therapists. Psychotherapy is one of the best methods used by people who are suffering from
mental health issues. This is a very effective way for the people who are not able to share their
problems with family or friends and they need another person whom they can share their
problems with aunt may overcome these problems and analyse what is good for them in order to
complete all the activities required in daily life. The psychotherapy can be done as one to one
meetings or in groups for this can be done with any member of the family. Just provides an
effective way for the people to manage their problems and this also allows how an individual can
look deeper into their issues and problems which their facing. This will also help in overcoming
the worries that a person is having and also evaluate how to deal with these problems and trouble
some habits which are known as depression or Schizophrenia. Psychotherapy consists of talking
to different individuals who need help. There are some other methods which are also involved in
psychotherapy and treating people to manage their mental health issues. These activities include
drama, music, art or movement. Psychotherapy consists of the process which is useful for

discussing feelings that a person is having regarding himself or herself. This also helps the
therapist to know what kind of relationship the person is having with other people especially
with his family and friends. this kind of issues are only salt when the therapist know exactly what
kind of person the patient is and how connected he is towards the people related to him or her.
psychotherapists are known as mental health professionals who are provided training to solve
different problems of people who are having mental issues and their treated by continuous
communication and personal meeting switch are held once or twice in a week. The process of
psychotherapy consists of listening and discussing various issues related to different problems
that person is facing. There are some therapies who are taught to have specific skills which are
helpful for tolerating various painful emotions and manage the relationship with the patient in
effective manner. This also helps in improving the behavior of an individual and encouraging for
development of own solutions in life. the different type of psychotherapy consists of
psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive analytical therapy,
interpersonal psychotherapy, humanistic therapy and family and couple therapy. A
psychodynamic therapist is involved in encouraging the patient for saying whatever is going
within his mind. This is helpful in becoming aware of hidden atoms and meanings which will
contribute in knowing the problem issue with that patient. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a form
of psychotherapy which is used for examining the thoughts and beliefs which are associated with
feelings and behavior of the patient. This provides help in analyzing the skills which are used by
the patient for retraining the style and behavior of a thinking and also helps him to deal with
various stressful situations. Cognitive analytical therapy is consisting of various methods which
are used for working out how behavior of an individual can cause problems and how it can be
improved by doing various experiments and self help. Cognitive analytical therapy consists of
various methods that includes both psychodynamic psychotherapy and continuous behavior
therapy which is useful for working out the behavior causes problems and knowing what are the
ways for managing the issues. Interpersonal psychotherapy consists of the way in which illnesses
triggered by analyzing various events which includes relationship with others like disputes,
relocation or bereavement. this is useful in coping up with the feelings which are included as
well as workout and coping the different strategies.

What is the effectiveness of psychotherapy as an additional treatment?
As per the view point of Labudda and et. al., 2020, There is several benefits gain by a
psychotherapist and patients such as it helps in developing effective relationship between with
others. Along with this, it provides opportunities to through which patients can be treated
properly without using or prescribing more medicines. It will also provide effective job career
for professional as respective therapy is in high demand in today’s time. Psychotherapist defined
as the first form of treatment which is recommended for people was suffering from mental health
issues like depression and thus therapy is consists of various type of treatment which are
important for treating the mental issues which the person is facing. In case of failure
psychotherapies, a person who is suffering from depression has to talk to a licensed and trained
therapists and health professional who has identity which is used for working and treating
various people was suffering from mental issues. there are various factors which lead for a
person to be mentally ill which includes chemical imbalances or heredity. There are various
factors which are included in treating the mental health of people. Psychotherapy provides
people with depression to have a proper understanding of their emotions and behaviour which
will contribute to solve the problem which has caused depression. This concept of understanding
and identifying the life events in problem such as illness or death in family or some issues like
divorce and loss of job. this is helpful in restructuring the ways of thinking and negative attribute
which a person is having while thinking what may lead to depression. This also includes
regaining a sense of control and pleasure in life and learning how to cope up with techniques of
problem solving skills. The different type of treatment therapy include individual, group, marital
or family issues. Individual therapy consists of patient and therapist. The group therapy consists
of two or more patient switch participate in various therapies at the same time. In this, patients
are able to share their experiences and learn the different ways in which day feel same and have
same experiences. According to this type of therapy which includes marital problems it is easy to
understand the problem which has developed depression in partner's mind. Family is one of the
main factor which is needed by a person for solving the depression problems. It is important for
the the person to analyse the importance of family within the life and how to cope up with
various situations by taking help of family members. Therapy consists of different formats like
group, family and individuals. there are various approaches which are used by mental health

professionals for taking the help of therapy to provide information. therapist talks to the patient
regarding the issues and problems of depression and it is easy for suspecting the factors which
are contributing to depression. Interpersonal therapy consists of behaviour and interaction that a
depressed person has with friends for my family and co-workers and it is very important for
these people and counter various day to day activities. The main objective of this therapy is to
provide improvisation communication skills and self esteem among the person within a short
period of time. the therapy treatment last for 3 to 4 months and is very important for the
depressed person to know the cause of his Grace, relationship conflicts or other social isolation.
The rational emotive behaviour therapy in four size on the way in which emotions are effective
in impacting actions and thinking of a person.
Gantt Chart

Methodology
Method
Methods are of two types qualitative as well as quantitative through which researcher can
gather more reliable data or information. Qualitative information can be gather through
interview, observations, etc. as well as it include data which are theoretical in nature. on the other
hand quantitative method include information which are numerical as well as strategic in nature
and it can be gather through questionnaire. In respect of respective protocol project manager
adopt both qualitative and quantitative methods for gaining appropriate outcome.
Data collection
There are two methods through which a project manager can gather information and data
according to the topic i.e. secondary (Leichsenring and Klein, 2020). Data collected through
secondary method are more reliable because it is gathered first handed whereas data collected
from secondary method are gathering from existing documents, articles and so on. In respect of
respective protocol, project manager is adopting secondary method because help in gathering
more reliable and authenticate information related to topic.
Outline of study ( Design and Analysis)
It is considered as method which can be adopted by a researcher in order to gather as well
as analyze data or information in effective manner (Van and Kool, 2020). Through this method,
researcher able to gain appropriate and reliable outcome. In respect of respective protocol project
manager is designing questionnaire methods for the analyzing outcome.
Data Management
It is considered as method through which data can be store, preserve and share in the
effective manner according to usage of research. The data management will help in saving time
as well as resources in the long run. In respect of respective protocol, by conducting effective
data management project manager able to save their time as well as it also help in gaining proper
outcome for the topic.

Data Analysis
It is considered as method through which a project manager can analyze the data which
they gather from different respondents related to the topic. In respect of respective research,
project manager used random sampling for the data analysis as that will help in conducting
evaluations in effective manner for attaining desire outcome.
Data Validity
It refers to the process which helps in checking accuracy as well as quality of source data
before importing, using and processing data (Wormgoor and et. al., 2020). Through this
respective protocol project manager able to determine whether their activities are conducted
properly or effectively.
Gantt chart
It is developed by Henry Gantt in between 1910 – 1915. It is considered as bar chart
which illustrate about the project schedule according to which researcher and their team can
conduct work in effective manner. It will also help project manager in estimating which task
required how much time for accomplishment in proper way.
Sample and recruitment
This study is done by analyzing the secondary data that is taken from various literature reviews
and articles. The main objective behind conducting the sources to analyse importance of
psychotherapy for treating the patients and helping them to cure the mental illness properly.
There are several individuals in the world who do not focus on mental health and illness. Thus, it
is very important for people to know that it is very important for a person to take care of his
emotional and mental well-being so that he is able to do the daily activities properly and have a
fresh and fruitful mind towards every aspect of his life. Help him to succeed in life and achieve
all happiness in life.
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria - this concept of various factors like gender, age, ethnicity, social economic,
clinical condition and location at which the research should be conducted. there are various
psychotherapists which are required by the people for managing the health and mental well-

being of themselves. In context of present research, the gender pictures focused for achieving the
aim of research are both male and female. Main focuses on youngsters and teenagers are facing
problem of depression and mental illness most commonly. The clinical condition may be got but
mental health of a person may or may not support him to lead a good life.
Exclusive criteria
Exclusive criteria consists of various factors like outside of stated age range, outside state of
location and gender. Mental health of a person is not only for a particular range of age in human
beings. Depression and mental illness can be in youngsters also and old age people or middle
aged people too. This research cannot be limited to teenagers only. the particular location
specified for conducting research does not provide information and data about all the other
people was suffering from mental depression outside that area. Sampling is defined as the way
by which investigator collect data and information through the respondents which are
interviewed also wait for obtaining data in order to accomplish the research aims and objectives.
The number of stations of NHS are included for conducting this research and analysing the data
information collected from them to accomplish and analyse their thinking about mental illness.
Size of simple for explaining the accomplishment of research includes various status and
techniques used by psychotherapist for providing treatment to the patients in effective manner.
There are different types of sampling techniques used by the researcher for conducting the
researches. This includes simple random sampling, systematic sampling, stratified sampling,
cluster sampling. there are other non probability sampling methods like convenience sampling,
quota sampling, judgement sampling and snowball sampling. Simple random sampling method
consist of taking chance and selecting each member of the population and providing them equal
chance for probability. Systematic sampling ok is done by selecting the individual at regular
intervals from the sampling frame. There is a interval chosen for ensuring that adequate sample
size is needed for completing the size of population. Stratified sampling is another method of
sampling in which the population is divided into sub groups and they share a similar
characteristic. this is used when the investigator is expecting the measurement of interest and
varying it between different subgroups. In context of cluster sampling, there are various
subgroups of the population which are used as unit of sampling and not as individuals. This
consists of dividing the subgroups into clusters and randomly selecting them for the study.