Criticisms of Evidence-Based Practice
Critics of Evidence-Based Practice in Psychology (EBPP) argue that its foundation on randomized control trials is a limitation. They suggest that the generalized findings from these trials cannot be directly applied to the unique circumstances of individual clients, and that a therapist's clinical judgment should be the primary basis for treatment decisions.
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A clinical psychologist is treating a client from a collectivist culture who is experiencing symptoms of social anxiety. The client has expressed a preference for a collaborative approach that involves their family. Which of the following actions by the therapist best exemplifies the principles of evidence-based practice?
A clinical psychologist is treating a client from a collectivist culture who is experiencing severe anxiety. The most well-researched treatment for this type of anxiety is an individual cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) protocol. However, the client expresses a strong preference for involving their family in the treatment process. According to the principles of evidence-based practice, what is the psychologist's most appropriate course of action?